Will MS Dhoni, Dewald Brevis Play CSK vs DC Match? (Source: AFP)
After three consecutive losses, Chennai Super Kings are currently positioned at the bottom of the IPL 2026 points table. Moving on, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Kings are set to lock horns with the highly ambitious Delhi Capitals on Saturday at their home ground, the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Ahead of the crucial game, all eyes are on the fitness of vital players like MS Dhoni, Dewald Brevis, and Akeal Hosein, as their absence has been widely noted in CSK’s IPL 2026 campaign so far.
That being said, in this article, let’s take a look at the latest updates on MS Dhoni, Dewald Brevis, and Akeal Hosein before the high-octane CSK vs DC IPL Match today.
What is the latest update on MS Dhoni’s fitness for IPL 2026?
Almost two weeks into the IPL 2026, MS Dhoni is still recovering from a calf strain suffered in training before the tournament, causing him to miss Chennai Super Kings’ first three matches.
In those games, CSK have evidently missed their former captain, Dhoni and his on-field tactical brilliance, especially amid the transitional phase under Ruturaj Gaikwad.
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According to recent reports (by RevSportzGlobal), one of the most successful captains in the IPL, Dhoni, is not completely match-fit. While rehab is progressing, he is expected to miss the upcoming game between CSK and DC on Saturday.
Will Dewald Brevis play the CSK vs DC IPL Match today?
The Chennai-based team is also missing a key impact player, Dewald Brevis, who had sustained a side strain during a training session ahead of the start of IPL 2026. His absence has severely weakened their batting lineup.
However, according to recent developments, the middle-order batter Brevis, is likely to return to CSK's playing XI for the much-anticipated clash against the Delhi Capitals, boosting their batting lineup.
Akeal Hosein Injury latest update
West Indian bowler, Akeal Hosein, had also been sidelined from the opening matches. Though Hosein has remained on the bench to recover, his wicket-to-wicket line and the subtle use of variations in speed make him an impactful bowling option in the powerplay for the five-time IPL winners.
As seen in the latest social media posts, Hosein is practising like normal, making his availability for the upcoming game appear stronger.
5-time champions, CSK, are yet to clinch a win in IPL 2026
Chennai Super Kings have had a disastrous start to their IPL 2026 campaign, losing their first three matches against Rajasthan Royals, Punjab Kings, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Under a young captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, the team is struggling with poor powerplay performance and a high death-over-economy rate.
Ahead of the tournament, Sanju Samson’s high-profile trade gained massive attention, followed by a sensational run in the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2026. Nonetheless, the opening batter is yet to prove his mettle for the CSK.
He has recorded low scores of 6, 7, and 9 in his opening matches, struggling to live up to expectations as an anchor of the top order.
Thus, the return of players like MS Dhoni and Dewald Brevis could come as a breath of fresh air amid the so far catastrophic IPL 2026.
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