IPL 2023: The Indian Premier League 2023 is around six months away, but there is a huge buzz among fans already. The upcoming edition is going back to its old home and away format. It also means one of the most popular franchise Chennai Super Kings will be back playing at Chepauk. On Saturday, there were some loud roars when MS Dhoni declared in an event that they ‘will be back in Chepauk’ for next season. Follow IPL 2023 live updates with InsideSport.IN
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It is important to mention that the home ground of CSK is MA Chidambaram Stadium, which is located in Chepauk in Chennai.
The upcoming season is even more big for CSK. Dhoni has already retired from international cricket and only plays in the IPL. He is at the fag end of his career, and there are speculations that the captain might be playing his last season in the IPL. And Dhoni has always maintained that he wants to play his last match in front of the home crowd in Chennai.
IPL 2023: Watch Chennai Super Kings fans go berserk as MS Dhoni declares ‘we will be back at Chepauk next season’, watch video
There is huge respect for Dhoni, and is considered a legend in Chennai and among CSK fans. There is a huge fan following of Dhoni in CSK during the IPL. He has earned the nickname, Thala, as well.
Cricket fans in India, including Chennai have not been able to watch their favourite players in their home stadium for the last couple of seasons. Covid-19 pandemic forced the league to give up the home and away format. The league also was played outside India, in UAE. But with the situation better, fans can watch their players in action at their respective home grounds.
Super Kings have been one of the most successful sides in the IPL. They have won the title four times ever since the launch of IPL in 2008. And when it comes to Chennai Super Kings, they have always been a huge force in Chennai. They are one of the most difficult sides to beat at home. Fans at Chepauk will be expecting another stellar show from the franchise with Dhoni leading the team from the front.
IPL 2023: Watch Chennai Super Kings fans go berserk as MS Dhoni declares ‘we will be back at Chepauk next season’, watch video
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