One question has been going on for years MS Dhoni wherever he goes – how long will he continue to play? Sunday evening Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) The spectacular ‘Roar 2026’ event held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, the familiar interest resurfaced once again. This time, it came from Tamil superstar Sivakarthikeyan and as expected, Dhoni responded the way only he can – calm, witty and instantly memorable.
MS Dhoni’s humor steals the show at CSK’s ‘Roar 2026’ event
As the crowd cheered loudly, Sivakarthikeyan playfully suggested: “You can play till 60 too, sir” Touching the emotions of millions of fans who never wanted to see Dhoni walk away from the game. The speech was met with a standing ovation from the packed stadium, reflecting how deeply the fans still believe in their beloved Thala.
However, Dhoni stuck to his humble style. He replied with a slight smile: “It’s very difficult.” But the moment did not end there. As the actor continued to insist, praising his fitness and longevity, Dhoni delivered a line that quickly went viral: “It’s going down, not on the way up… I can try.”
The crowd burst into laughter and cheers. This was vintage Dhoni – honest yet humorous, accepting reality while still leaving a small window of hope. The exchange ended with Sivakarthikeyan smiling and saying, “We have the answer,” perfectly capturing the mood of the moment.
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A CSK fan at heart, our home star SK 🥳#26 people #WhistlePod pic.twitter.com/Sl8aG0xmGH
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 22, 2026
Dhoni’s legacy in franchise cricket
The candid exchange was more than just a viral moment – it was a reflection of Dhoni’s journey and his unique bond with his fans. Over the years, he has become the emotional backbone of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), building a legacy that goes far beyond statistics.
Since the IPL began in 2008, Dhoni has been synonymous with CSK, guiding the franchise through highs, lows and comebacks. Even in the two seasons CSK was suspended, he continued to lead from the front with Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS) before returning to Chennai and restoring the team’s dominance.
Under his leadership, CSK lifted five IPL titles and cemented its place as one of the most successful teams in the history of the league. Although he will hand over the captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwa ahead of the 2024 season, Dhoni remains the heartbeat of the side – guiding, mentoring and inspiring players and fans alike.
His numbers for CSK are equally impressive. In 272 matches, he scored 5,314 runs, making him one of the franchise’s all-time greats. Only Suresh Raina sits ahead of him in the run charts. But beyond the numbers, it is Dhoni’s composure, leadership and ability to perform at crucial moments that define his legacy.
At the ‘Roar 2026’ event, Dhoni celebrated the next generation of stars as he honored T20 World Cup 2026 winners Sanju Samson and Shivam Dubey along with U-19 World Cup winning captain Ayush Mhatre. It was a symbolic passing of the torch – an acknowledgment of the future and a cherishing of the present.
CSK is preparing IPL 2026 Under Gaikwad’s guidance, fans know that every appearance of Dhoni now has a special meaning. His witty response may have lowered expectations, but it also carried a subtle truth – his journey is closer to the end than the beginning.
Still, for the yellow army, even this sign “I can try” enough to keep hope alive. Because with Dhoni, it’s never been about how much he plays – it’s about the moments he creates every time he takes the field.
