IPL 2026 is going to start from March 28 and once again the most talked about player is MS Dhoni. Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has given a big statement regarding the legendary wicketkeeper-batsman of Chennai Super Kings. Pathan believes that now the time has come when the new generation in the Chennai team should be given more responsibility, while Dhoni’s experience can act as a guide for the team.
Opportunity for youth to move forward
According to Pathan, now a new generation is gradually being brought forward in Chennai Super Kings. He said that Dhoni has held the responsibility of the team for many years, but now the youth should get a chance to move forward and take charge of the team. Pathan specifically took the names of players like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dubey, Dewald Brevis and Ayush Mhatre and said that these players can become a big strength of the team in the future.
Dhoni’s experience will be important
However, Pathan also said that Dhoni’s presence is very important for the team. His experience can teach a lot to young players. He said that as the IPL season comes closer, Dhoni looks fully prepared. Looking at his fitness and preparation, it seems that he can once again play an important role for the team both on the field and in the dressing room.
Start of change in CSK
According to Pathan, there is a change in the thinking of Chennai Super Kings. The team no longer wants to depend only on experienced players, but also wants to give opportunities to young players on the big stage. If the young players play while learning from Dhoni’s experience, then the future of the team can become even stronger.
Pathan, who has also been a part of CSK at one time, further said that on paper this team looks very exciting. He is ready to see the fearlessness of this young CSK team in terms of their ability and intention to hit sixes.
Also gave opinion about KKR team
During this, Pathan also expressed his opinion about the Kolkata Knight Riders team. He said that this season the team may be a little worried about the availability of fast bowlers. He especially described the injury of Mathisha Pathirana and the absence of Harshit Rana as a challenge for the team.
Can get advantage from home ground
Pathan believes that KKR can get the home ground advantage in the initial matches. The team will play most of its initial matches at Eden Gardens, which can help the players and coaching staff in making strategies.
