Irfan Pathan Drops MS Dhoni from CSK's Best XI for IPL 2026

• Irfan Pathan believes MS Dhoni's limited batting role doesn't secure his spot in CSK's best XI for IPL 2026.
• Pathan suggests Sarfaraz Khan over Dhoni at number six, unless Dhoni takes more batting responsibility.
• Dhoni's average balls faced in recent seasons are significantly lower than other finishers, indicating waning power and deliberate lower-order placement, aided by the Impact Player rule.
• Pathan's preferred CSK 12 includes new signings Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma, but excludes Dhoni.
• The team composition could change based on Dhoni's decision regarding his batting position, as CSK aims to improve after two years out of playoffs.