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Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) hosted their much-awaited fan event ROAR 2026 on Sunday at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The stadium was packed with thousands of passionate fans who gathered to celebrate their favorite franchise ahead of IPL 2026.
The atmosphere at Chepauk was electric as supporters filled the stands waving CSK flags and chanting slogans for their beloved team.
Former CSK Legends Reunite
The event became even more special as several former CSK stars made their presence felt. Legendary players including:
- Harbhajan Singh
- Suresh Raina
- Matthew Hayden
- Murali Vijay
- Ambati Rayudu
- Subramaniam Badrinath
- Dwayne Bravo
These former champions also participated in a special photoshoot with CSK’s trophies, bringing back nostalgic memories for the fans.
Watch Video: MS Dhoni’s Grand Entry at ROAR 2026
The biggest highlight of the evening came when CSK legend MS Dhoni made his grand entry into the stadium. As soon as Dhoni appeared, the crowd erupted with loud cheers and chants of “Dhoni! Dhoni!” echoing across Chepauk.
Fans gave their beloved “Thala” a standing ovation, creating one of the most memorable moments of the event.
Thala Dharisanam 🦁#Roar26 #WhistlePodu pic.twitter.com/RST5EpXKct
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 22, 2026
CSK later shared the video of his entrance on social media with the caption “Thala Dharisanam”. The clip quickly went viral as cricket fans across the country celebrated the legendary captain’s appearance.
Dhoni - The Heartbeat of CSK
Dhoni has been the face of Chennai Super Kings since the inaugural season of the Indian Premier League in 2008. Over the years, he has become synonymous with the franchise and played a key role in making CSK one of the most successful teams in IPL history.
The 44-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has played 278 IPL matches and scored more than 5000 runs in the tournament. Known for his calm leadership and match-winning abilities, Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the greatest captains in IPL history.
Star Performances Light Up the Event
ROAR 2026 was not just about cricket. The celebration also featured performances by Oscar-winning music composer A. R. Rahman and popular Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan. Their performances added extra excitement and entertainment to the evening.
MS 🤝ARR
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 22, 2026
The meet-up of the day! 🥳#WhistlePodu #Roar26 pic.twitter.com/XKTaC01flL
Warm Welcome for Sanju Samson
New CSK entrant Sanju Samson also received a huge reception from the crowd. Fans loudly chanted his name as he appeared on stage, showing strong support for the star wicketkeeper as he begins a new journey with the Chennai-based franchise.
Summer ’26 starts right here 🦁#WhistlePodu #Roar26 pic.twitter.com/PXopq5j16z
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 23, 2026
CSK Ready for IPL 2026 Opener
Chennai Super Kings will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against Rajasthan Royals on March 30. With the massive support from fans during ROAR 2026, the team will be hoping to start the season on a strong note and continue their legacy in the IPL.
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