|| CF Correspondent ||

Chennai Super Kings’ one of the vital cogs Shane Watson has said that his captain MS Dhoni 'just doesn't age' and he can go on to play into his 40s as well.

MS Dhoni, who turned 39 recently, has been out of the action ever since India lost to New Zealand in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup semi-final. However, he has started his training for the upcoming IPL which is set to begin on September 19 in UAE.

"MS still loves playing. He is an evergreen cricketer and it feels like he just doesn't age. Look, with the kind of skills he has and the hard yards he puts in, MS can go on and play into his 40s," Watson told Times of India.

He added, "MS has been able to manage his body well. The way he is able to run consistently and showcase skills behind the stumps are just incredible. I am a big fan of MS and would want to see him continue playing whether it's for CSK or internationally."

Shane Watson also explained why CSK's chances of doing well this year in the IPL and also expressed that the slow pitches will suit them as well.

"CSK's chances are as good as all the other teams. Our team's biggest plus has been the presence of experienced players and some exciting younger players. We have a terrific side led by MS Dhoni and coach Stephen Fleming. With the kind of balance that our side possesses, I see no reason why we can't have a terrific season ahead," he said.

"The pitches are going to be on the slower side. We have some high-quality spinners in our side and we should be able to capitalize," he concluded.