IPL 2022 mega-auction is set to take place on 12th Feb and 13th Feb in Chennai. The cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the much-awaited event. Meanwhile, there are rumors that MS Dhoni is most likely to attend the auction for the very first time.
MS Dhoni is one of the best skippers in the history of the Indian Premier League. He has led CSK to four trophies. Meanwhile, CSK is the side that has played the most number of finals under one skipper. The star player bid adieu to all forms of cricket back in 2020. However, he continued playing in the cash-rich league. In the year 2021, he led his side successfully to their fourth triumph.
MS Dhoni most likely to attend IPL 2022 Mega-Auction
With mega-auction aligned, it was expected that Dhoni will have a big say in how the Chennai Super Kings squad should look in the IPL 2022. But, now there are rumors that the former World Cup-winning skipper will be spotted sitting with CSK management during the mega-auction.
MS Dhoni’s pictures landing in Chennai are already doing the rounds on social media. Meanwhile, his bag with a keychain of Ziva has also hogged the spotlight. The star player will have discussions with the team management and support staff going into the mega-auction.
Dhoni will have a tough task ahead in order to pick players for CSK that can shape their future into a successful one. There are several big names that are part of the auction and it will be interesting to watch which all players will CSK like to include for IPL 2022.
CSK had retained Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, and Ruturaj Gaikwad as their top three picks. There were reports that defending champions might appoint a new skipper, who will be groomed by Dhoni. But that is not the case as officials have maintained their stance on keeping Dhoni as their skipper for IPL 2022.
CSK officials have said that they have requested MS Dhoni to attend the mega-auction. But, they will not force him as it will be his decision to attend the auction or not.