India, May 1 -- For the first time in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Chennai Super Kings failed to make the playoffs in consecutive seasons. A loss by four wickets at home on Wednesday against the Punjab Kings sealed the unfortunate fate for CSK. The loss and the early exit subsequently sparked speculations on the future of MS Dhoni. And even as most experts reckoned they will be surprised if the India legend returns next season, former West Indies player Daren Ganga admitted Dhoni still commands a place in the Chennai playing XI, but warned the franchise against going back to the 43-year-old as a captain yet again.

Dhoni had relinquished the captaincy role before the start of the IPL 2024 season, handing over the reins ...