CSK Roar 2026: Full List of Chennai Super Kings Ex-Players Present at Mega Event

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The CSK Roar 2026 was a blockbuster pre-season fan event hosted by Chennai Super Kings at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) in Chennai on March 22, 2026.

Billed as a first-of-its-kind mega spectacle, it blended cricket nostalgia, player interactions, exhibition fun, and high-energy entertainment to kick off the IPL 2026 buildup. The Yellow Army packed the stadium, creating an electric "Whistle Podu" atmosphere with roaring cheers throughout.

The event kicked off around 4:30 PM IST with the current CSK squad, led by captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, featuring stars like Sanju Samson (the new explosive addition), Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Ayush Mhatre, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matt Henry, and the eternal finisher MS Dhoni, taking the field for an open practice session. Fans got their first close-up glimpse of the revamped 2026 lineup in action, with Dhoni receiving a thunderous welcome and players showcasing skills ahead of the season opener

CSK recall OG Super Kings at CSK Roar 2026

By 5:30 PM, the highlight shifted to the "OG Super Kings" reunion. Legends, including Suresh Raina, Michael Hussey were present at the event.

Three current coaches of other IPL teams were also present - KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo, Gujarat Titans' Matthew Hayden and SRH's Muttiah Muralitharan.

They faced off against the current squad in fun exhibition match-ups and fun games, including sixes-hitting competitions and light-hearted duels. Nostalgic moments abounded-Raina and Dhoni sharing the field again, Bravo's energy, and group photos with past IPL trophies evoked massive cheers and emotional tributes to CSK's legacy.

Full List of CSK Former Players present at CSK Roar 2026

Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden, Murali Vijay, Subramaniam Badrinath, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Muttiah Muralitharan, Parthiv Patel, Ambati Rayudu, Laxmipathy Balaji, Joginder Sharma, Anirudh Srikkanth, Shadab Jakati, Michael Hussey.

What Happened Else?

The evening peaked at 7:00 PM with a spectacular 90-minute live musical performance by Oscar-winning composer A. R. Rahman, who lit up Chepauk with his iconic tracks, turning the stadium into a concert arena. Actor-singer Sivakarthikeyan joined for additional entertainment, amplifying the festive vibe.

Special touches included Dhoni honoring Sanju Samson for his T20 World Cup 2026 exploits, player-fan interactions, and the unveiling of the squad's readiness. The event symbolized CSK's blend of heritage and new energy, hyping fans for IPL 2026.