Dhoni will return to competitive action during the IPL 2026 season.
Legendary India skipper MS Dhoni has been fined Rs 1000 after his vehicle was caught overspeeding in Ranchi. An e-challan was issued under Section 183 of the Motor Vehicles Act, India Today reported.
According to the report, Ranchi’s traffic monitoring system detected the speed violation near Dhoni’s residence, following which the digital challan was generated as part of the city’s traffic enforcement process.
While the offence is not a major one, matters involving the Dhoni seldom go unnoticed, quickly drawing attention among fans on social media.
The traffic penalty comes shortly after the Jharkhand State Housing Board has served Dhoni a notice over alleged misuse of a residential plot on Harmu Road in Ranchi.
According to authorities, the land was allotted strictly for residential purposes, and there are claims it may have been used commercially. The board has sought clarification and is reviewing whether the original allotment conditions were followed.
Meanwhile, MS Dhoni has begun preparations for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, expected to start on March 28.
Recently, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) shared a video of Dhoni arriving in Chennai to join the franchise’s pre-season camp and also his batting practice session.
Having retired from international cricket in 2020, Dhoni has continued his franchise cricket career, featuring for CSK. The veteran wicketkeeper has played for the Chennai-based franchise in all seasons barring 2016 and 2017, when CSK were banned and Dhoni featured for Rising Pune Supergiants.
CSK endured a poor IPL 2025 campaign, finishing last in the points table with just four wins from 14 league games. Dhoni was also appointed stand-in captain of CSK following an injury to regular skipper Gaikwad early last season.
The 2026 season could well be Dhoni’s last year playing in the IPL, with age not on his side. Dhoni will turn 45 in July and is already one of the oldest players ever to play in the league.