S Badrinath reveals MS Dhoni will not play as Impact Player for CSK

Former Chennai Super Kings batter S Badrinath revealed that MS Dhoni personally conveyed his preference to continue as a full-time wicketkeeper rather than take the field as an Impact Player. The 43-year-old has made clear he wants to remain in his traditional role.

The revelation comes amid speculation about Dhoni's future role with the franchise. Badrinath's comments suggest the former India captain has no intention of changing his playing approach despite the Impact Player rule.

Dhoni's stance clarifies his position within the CSK setup as the team prepares for the upcoming IPL season.