Written By: Devadyuti Das | Updated: Jul 13, 2026, 5:01 PM
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In these collection of pictures, we find out about viral news about MS Dhoni and his new role in Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2027 season.
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Chennai Super Kings have parted ways with head coach Stephen Fleming. He was head coach of CSK for 17 years since 2009. Here we look at 5 possible options to replace Fleming as CSK head coach in IPL 2027.
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1. MS Dhoni: Forme CSK captain could announce his retirement ahead of IPL 2027 and take up role of Stephen Fleming. Dhoni was retained for Rs 4 crore by CSK ahead of IPL 2026 but didn't play a single match in the season.
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2. Ravichandran Ashwin: The former Team India and Chennai Super Kings all-rounder retired from IPL in 2025. He coulld consider returning as head coach with his former side.
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3. Rahul Dravid: Former India captain and head coach held the same position with Rajasthan Royals till IPL 2025. Dravid can be considered for the job with CSK too. He is also in line to become next England Test head coach in place of Brendon McCullum.
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4. Dinesh Karthik: Former India wicketkeeper is currently assistant coach with Royal Challengers Bengalur. Karthik hails from Tamil Nadu and played his first-class cricket for the state. He is also in contention for CSK head coach job.
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5. Hemang Badani: Former India and Tamil Nadu batter was head coach of Delhi Capitals till IPL 2026. He is favourite to take up CSK head coach position in IPL 2027 having worked as talent scout with franchise in the past.
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