Dhoni Retirement – The stage is set.

Thala Dhoni will play his farewell match on May 14 at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai.

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As IPL 2023 Schedule was revealed on Friday, it set the stage for Dhoni’s final match.

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If CSK do not qualify for playoffs, he will play his final match against Kolkata Knight Riders.

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CSK will open their campaign against defending champions Gujarat Titans.

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“Yes, it will be MS’s last season as a player.

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