The darling of the Southern state, talismanic skipper MS Dhoni reached the state capital on Thursday night amid a rousing welcome from the enthusiasts on the airport.
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Dhoni is predicted to sign up for his teammates within the camp on the MA Chidambaram Stadium from the next day to come.
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“CSK will begin training from tomorrow. Dhoni will be reaching tomorrow. The Indian team members will be attending the camp,” CSK CEO KS Viswanathan stated on Thursday.
Ajinkya Rahane and Ambati Rayudu can also be part of the camp.
The franchise had roped in England Test captain Ben Stokes and New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson all the way through the public sale previous this 12 months. However, the tall Blackcaps bowler may pass over the match because of the recurrence of a again damage.
CSK resources stated a substitute for Jamieson could be made up our minds after consultations with Dhoni.
CSK will tackle protecting champions Gujarat Titans within the season opener on March 31.
CSK had been positioned in Group B along Punjab Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore and Gujarat Titans. Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants had been positioned in Group A.
(With inputs from PTI)