Watch: Dhoni-Bravo reunion sparks nostalgia ahead of CSK vs KKR IPL 2026 match

Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, a special moment between MS Dhoni and Dwayne Bravo caught everyone’s attention. The two shared a warm hug and had a friendly chat before the game. The moment showed their strong friendship.

Bravo, who is now part of the KKR support staff, met his former CSK teammate during a practice session. A video of their meeting was shared on social media and quickly became popular among fans. Many people enjoyed seeing the two legends together again.

The legendary wicketkeeper of India and Bravo played many seasons together for CSK and won important matches. Their bond is still strong even though they are now on different teams. This moment added a positive and emotional feeling before the big match.

Watch the special moment here:

Dhoni and Bravo reunion delights fans

In a video shared on X by the Chennai Super Kings social media team, former captain MS Dhoni was seen meeting Dwayne Bravo. Bravo is now working as a mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders. This was not the first time he met the CSK team this season. Earlier in 2026, Bravo also joined CSK players at their big event called Roar 2026 at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium.

Bravo’s presence at the Roar 2026 event on March 22 was one of the main highlights. Even though he is now with KKR, his return to the Chennai stadium felt like a homecoming for fans. He performed his famous “Champion” song, which excited the crowd. During the performance, he went near the front row where the CSK players were sitting and shared a warm hug and a short dance with Dhoni. The moment quickly went viral on social media.

As part of the “OG Super Kings” team, Bravo also took part in fun exhibition matches against the current IPL 2026 CSK squad. The event had a mix of entertainment and cricket, and fans enjoyed seeing their favourite players together again.

MS Dhoni’s fitness update ahead of KKR clash

MS Dhoni is expected to return for Chennai Super Kings in their match against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 14, 2026. He missed the first four matches of the Indian Premier League 2026 due to a calf injury. Recent reports suggest that Dhoni has resumed jogging and batting in the nets and is working hard to pass his final fitness tests ahead of the game. He is believed to be close to full fitness after completing his rehabilitation.

Training videos from the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium show Dhoni taking part in batting practice sessions. However, earlier reports had said that he was not yet fully ready for high-speed running and intense wicketkeeping movements. His return is being carefully managed to avoid any risk of further injury.

While some reports suggest that Dhoni may still not be fully ready for selection, others indicate that he could feature as an Impact Player. This role would allow him to contribute to the team while managing his workload during the match.

Fans reaction on MS Dhoni and Dwayne Bravo reunion

Fans shared strong and positive reactions after the reunion of MS Dhoni and Dwayne Bravo. Many people felt happy to see the two legends together again and called the moment special. On social media, fans said the hug reminded them of their successful time with the Chennai Super Kings.

The video of their meeting quickly went viral, with many fans sharing and commenting on it. Some users called it a “perfect reunion,” while others said it brought back old memories of IPL matches. Here is how the netizens reacted: