After MS Dhoni, CSK set to miss Dewald Brevis: List of Matches South African set to miss as Reason Revealed

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As Chennai Super Kings take on Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2026 opener, the five-time champions have suffered a big blow as a key player has been ruled out of action.

Dewald Brevis, the explosive South African middle-order batter, will miss the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) versus Rajasthan Royals (RR) IPL 2026 opener scheduled for March 30, 2026, at ACA Stadium, Guwahati.

The 21-year-old has been ruled out for the first 2-3 matches due to a side strain injury. This latest blow adds to CSK's early-season injury woes.

Brevis, retained by CSK for IPL 2026 after impressing as an injury replacement in 2025, is known for his aggressive batting and ability to clear the ropes with ease. His absence will be felt in the powerplay and middle overs, where his fearless strokeplay provided crucial momentum.

How many Matches will Dewald Brevis Miss?

Dewald Brevis is set to miss at least three matches for the Chennai Super Kings at the start of the season. He is likely to return in CSK's fourth match, which will be against Delhi Capitals on April 11.

MS Dhoni also out for Chennai Super Kings

MS Dhoni has been ruled out of the first two to three weeks of IPL 2026 due to a calf strain. The 44-year-old CSK icon is currently undergoing rehabilitation, as confirmed by the franchise recently.

The legendary wicketkeeper-batter will miss CSK's opening six matches, including the clash against Rajasthan Royals on March 30. The injury, which occurred during a practice session, comes as a major blow to the five-time champions, who are already dealing with multiple absences.