MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma
MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. Image Credits: Twitter

Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma has coined his opinion on MS Dhoni’s retirement ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, Rohit thinks the former Indian skipper is fit enough to play as long as possible. There has been running speculation that Dhoni will play his last season for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 16th edition of IPL.

While Sharma and Dhoni will be seen leading the Mumbai Indians (MI) and CSK’s sides respectively, they have been one of the most successful skippers in the Indian T20 league, with five and four titles respectively.

MS Dhoni in CSK's camp for IPL 2023
MS Dhoni in CSK’s camp for IPL 2023. Image Credits: Twitter

Rohit Sharma on MS Dhoni playing his last IPL in 2023-

“I don’t know if it’s his last season. I have been hearing this for the last 2-3 years. He is fit enough. He is still playing. He will continue to play,” said Sharma in a press conference of MI.

Earlier, former Indian cricketer, Aakash Chopra thinks Men in Yellow will take the title this time with Dhoni’s presence and the large number of all-rounders in their squad in the 16th edition of IPL.

While in the IPL, CSK under Dhoni has been one of the most successful sides with four titles. While in the last edition, CSK’s side failed to qualify for the playoffs for the second time in 15 editions of IPL, this time they will be looking to lift the title as it is reported that the 41-year-old will play his last stint in IPL this season.

Ex-Indian cricketer feels CSK will qualify for the play-off in IPL 2023-

“They are looking like a very decent team on paper. Where can this team reach? They should reach the playoffs if they play to their potential. Dhoni is the captain, there is an emotional connect, it is the last season, and the matches are going to be played in Chennai, which is their fortress,” explained former Indian opener.

After the last season, it will interesting to see if it will really be the former Indian skipper’s last IPL season, while MS Dhoni-led side will start their campaign in IPL 2023, on the opening day (March 31) with the clash against defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) at Ahmedabad.

Also read: IPL 2023: ‘CSK Are Well Led By MS Dhoni, They Will Definitely Bounce Back’- Shane Watson