Suresh Raina highlights MS Dhoni's commitment to CSK

Suresh Raina shared his thoughts on MS Dhoni as the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season approaches. Raina is excited about Dhoni's performance this year, believing the 43-year-old still has a lot to offer, particularly as a finisher for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Raina recently met Dhoni and observed that the former captain is preparing diligently for the tournament, which starts on March 22. He noted that Dhoni is in great shape and remains determined to help CSK succeed. Raina mentioned Dhoni's strong six-hitting ability last season and believes fans will again witness his signature "helicopter" shots. In his comments, Raina emphasized Dhoni's commitment to training. He recalled how Dhoni prefers to start preparations a month before the season begins. Raina mentioned that he and Dhoni would often cancel commercial shoots to focus on cricket, practicing for hours each day. Raina also highlighted Dhoni's impressive record, noting that despite limited time at the crease, he scored 161 runs in 11 innings with a remarkable strike rate. Raina expects Dhoni's finishing abilities to be crucial for CSK this year. Looking beyond Dhoni, Raina praised CSK's strong spin attack, featuring bowlers like Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Noor Ahmad. He believes they will play an essential role in the team’s performance during the season. Chennai Super Kings will begin their IPL 2025 campaign with a highly anticipated match against their rivals, the Mumbai Indians, on March 23 at Chepauk.