MS Dhoni, one of the world's greatest finishers, is almost on the brink of retirement from the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL). The ageless ‘Thala’ will turn 42 this coming July. Last year, he made it clear that he wants to play in a full house at the home ground Chepauk for fans for the last time before he draws curtains on his career.

With age catching up and the batter looking like a shadow of himself, the time might have come for one of the greatest players to bid adieu. In fact, days ago, he himself had said he is in the 'last phase of his career', reinforcing the widespread belief that the talisman is making his final appearance in the marquee tournament.