Former Mumbai Indians: Former Mumbai Indians batter Aditya Tare believes that the veteran wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni taking on the gloves during the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) recent practice is a 'good sign' and anticipated his comeback against MI in their upcoming game on Thursday.
After being sidelined for six matches due to a calf injury, Dhoni spent nearly an hour in the nets, actively engaging in batting and wicketkeeping drills. He looked confident during the session, moving freely and showing no signs of discomfort as he faced pacers like Matt Henry and Jamie Overton.
Although Dhoni previously travelled with the squad, this session marked a significant step in his recovery, especially with his rare involvement behind the stumps during training. Tare, who watched the session, noted that Dhoni’s wicketkeeping drills clearly indicated he is nearing full fitness.
“I was watching the practice session and what surprised me the most is Mahi bhai keeping wickets. I have never seen him wear wicket-keeping gloves in a net session before. He usually just bats or bowls. He never keeps wickets in practice. But in the practice session, he had his helmet, pads, and keeping gloves on. He is probably testing his match fitness after the calf injury," Tare told JioStar.
Although Dhoni previously travelled with the squad, this session marked a significant step in his recovery, especially with his rare involvement behind the stumps during training. Tare, who watched the session, noted that Dhoni’s wicketkeeping drills clearly indicated he is nearing full fitness.
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Dhoni’s presence at full tilt in training has boosted CSK’s hopes ahead of the high-profile encounter, with his experience and leadership expected to add significant value if he returns to the playing XI.