Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are facing a challenging start to IPL 2026, having lost their first three matches and currently sitting at the bottom of the points table. Under the captaincy of Ruturaj Gaikwad, the team is struggling, partly due to the absence of their legendary former captain, MS Dhoni, who is sidelined with a calf strain. Reports indicate that Dhoni is unlikely to play in the upcoming match against Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on April 11. He is undergoing rehabilitation and will need at least another week to regain full match fitness. CSK is hopeful he will return for their clash against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 18. Additionally, CSK is managing an injury to South African batter Dewald Brevis, but CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has noted that Brevis's condition is improving. Head coach Stephen Fleming expressed optimism about Brevis's potential return for the next game, emphasizing the team's cautious approach to his recovery.