Mukesh Choudhary Mother Death Reason: How She Died? Will He Play In CSK Vs MI IPL 2026 Match Today?

Mukesh Choudhary mother death reason: Chennai Super Kings fast bowler Mukesh Choudhary has lost his mother, Prem Devi, after a long illness. Prem Devi died on Tuesday (April 21) at Mumbai’s Tata Hospital, where her treatment had continued for about a year. Chennai Super Kings expressed sympathy and confirmed the news through an emotional post on X.

How Mukesh Choudhary's Mother Died? Death Reason

Right after Chennai Super Kings faced Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, Mukesh Choudhary travelled urgently to Bhilwara in Rajasthan. According to Dainik Bhaskar, Mukesh Choudhary and elder brother Dr. Rajesh Choudhary carried out the final rites for their mother in their hometown with close family present.

Her mother passed away after prolonged illness, as per a report in NDTV.

Chennai Super Kings Mukesh Choudhary support and official message

Chennai Super Kings’ account on X posted a condolence note for the left-arm fast bowler and family. The message read: “The CSK family mourns the passing of Mukesh Choudhary's mother. We stand with Mukesh and his family, keeping them in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time."

According to NDTV, Mukesh Choudhary has featured in only one match for Chennai Super Kings in this Indian Premier League 2026 so far. One section of reports said Mukesh Choudhary has already linked up with the squad before the game against Mumbai Indians, while others indicated a short personal break.

Person	Role	Detail
Mukesh Choudhary	Chennai Super Kings fast bowler	Played one IPL match this season
Prem Devi	Mother of Mukesh Choudhary	Died after year-long illness in Mumbai
Dr. Rajesh Choudhary	Elder brother	Joined Mukesh Choudhary in last rites

Chennai Super Kings Mukesh Choudhary and MS Dhoni’s continued support

According to OneIndia, MS Dhoni stayed in close touch with Mukesh Choudhary through this period. MS Dhoni was reported to have visited Tata Hospital in Mumbai to meet Mukesh Choudhary’s mother, offering personal support during the treatment and standing by the pacer away from the field.

MS Dhoni has not yet played a match in this Indian Premier League because of a calf strain. The injury occurred just before the tournament began late last month.

Will Mukesh Choudhary Play In CSK Vs MI IPL 2026 Match Today?

Some reports claimed Mukesh Choudhary may return in time for the Chennai Super Kings fixture against Mumbai Indians after a short absence. While the franchise and teammates provide support, Mukesh Choudhary is balancing personal loss with professional duties.

As CSK announced its playing XI against Mumbai Indians, fans noticed that Mukesh was a part of the squad.