N. Srinivasan, former BCCI and ICC chief, has been appointed chairman of Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd at the age of 80. He remains in regular contact with MS Dhoni, continuing to play a key role in the franchise’s affairs.
N Srinivasan Named Chairman of Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd
N Srinivasan, once one of the most influential figures in Indian and global cricket, is back in the spotlight. At 80, the former BCCI and ICC chief has been appointed chairman of Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd (CSKCL), the company that owns one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League, reported Cricbuzz.
The report added that Srinivasan remains in regular touch with legendary captain MS Dhoni. Their partnership—between board president and captain—was one of the most celebrated in Indian cricket history.
According to franchise communications, officially joined the CSKCL board as a director in February 2025, with his elevation to chairman taking place on May 10. A CSKCL director noted that the franchise “needs his experience and wisdom to navigate through all the changes” amid ongoing shifts in world cricket and franchise models.
CSK’s leadership also includes N. family. His daughter, Rupa Gurunath, was named Wholetime Director effective August 24, 2025. She has previous experience in cricket administration and continues to hold influence within the organisation. Rupa owns 36,440 shares, while N. holds 4,27,400, and his wife, Chitra Srinivasan, controls over a lakh shares, consolidating the family’s control of the franchise.
CSKCL Announces 11th AGM, Srinivasan and Gurunath Up for Reappointment
Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd (CSKCL) is set to hold its Eleventh Annual General Meeting on September 27 at 11:00 AM IST. The meeting will be conducted virtually via videoconferencing and other audiovisual means. Key agenda items include the reappointments of N. Srinivasan and Rupa Gurunath as directors.
The current board comprises R. Srinivasan, Rakesh Singh, PL Subramanian, Sanjay Patel, V. Manickam, and Rupa Gurunath. E. Jayashree served as a director until May 10. Managing Director and CEO Kasi Viswanathan continues to oversee day-to-day operations.
Although rarely seen publicly, Srinivasan remains deeply engaged with CSK’s affairs, particularly in expanding the franchise’s footprint in overseas leagues, with teams already established in South Africa and the United States. He is also a strong advocate for high-performance centres and academies to strengthen long-term infrastructure. Sources suggest his appointment as chairman would be unsurprising, as the Srinivasan family now fully controls the CSK franchise, independent of India Cements.
A senior official confirmed Srinivasan’s active role in internal meetings, including close interactions with MS Dhoni, the team’s most visible face. This involvement could also pave the way for Dhoni, now 44, to extend his playing career with CSK for a few more seasons.
