MS Dhoni will not play in the SRH vs CSK match on April 18.
He has reached Hyderabad with the team, but the management is not taking any risk with his fitness. Dhoni had a minor injury during pre-season practice, which kept him out of earlier matches.
This means fans will have to wait a little longer to see him back on the field.
Bumrah Fitness Raises Concerns
Jasprit Bumrah is currently under fitness watch.
Mumbai Indians coach Mahela Jayawardene confirmed that Bumrah was playing with a niggle in recent matches.
Many experts noticed that his bowling speed was slightly lower than usual. Since he had spent time at the Centre of Excellence before the tournament, questions are now being raised about whether he should have played.
His availability for upcoming matches is still not fully clear.
RR Manager Fined, Sooryavanshi Gets Relief
The BCCI’s Anti-Corruption Unit has taken action in a dugout incident.
- RR manager Romi Bhinder has been fined for using a phone during the match
- The team said it was for medical reasons
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who was also seen with a phone, did not get any punishment
This decision has created mixed reactions among fans.
Also See : MS Dhoni Fitness Update: CSK Star Likely to Miss SRH Match, Return Expected Soon
ICC Investigates Possible Match-Fixing Case
International Cricket Council is currently investigating a match from the 2026 T20 World Cup.
The match between New Zealand and Canada is under review.
Canada captain Dilpreet Bajwa is being looked into because of:
- A poor batting performance
- A costly misfield
- A badly timed over
There are also questions about his captaincy role as the investigation continues.
Cameron Green Impresses Despite KKR Loss
Cameron Green finally delivered a strong performance for KKR.
Match Performance
| Player | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Green | 79 | 55 |
| Rovman Powell | 27 | — |
Green batted at number four and helped KKR reach a total of 180.
He did not bowl due to cramps. Even though KKR lost the match, this innings is a positive sign for his form.
Gujarat Titans Sign Connor Esterhuizen
Gujarat Titans have signed Connor Esterhuizen as a replacement for injured Tom Banton.
Player Details
| Player | Role | Recent Form |
|---|---|---|
| Connor Esterhuizen | Right-handed batter | 2 fifties in last 2 matches |
Esterhuizen made his international debut in March against New Zealand and is coming in with good form. He is expected to strengthen the GT batting lineup.
Final Update
Today’s news highlights key concerns around player fitness, strict rules enforcement, and ongoing investigations in cricket. While Dhoni’s absence and Bumrah’s fitness are big talking points, new players like Esterhuizen are getting opportunities to shine.
