Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during Match No. 59 of IPL 2026 against Chennai Super Kings in Lucknow. It was LSG’s first Code of Conduct offence under Article 2.22. The penalty came despite a convincing seven-wicket win for LSG, who chased 188 quickly in 16.4 overs. Mitchell Marsh powered the chase with a 38-ball 90, while Kartik Sharma’s 71 couldn’t stop CSK’s 187/5. Ruturaj Gaikwad credited LSG’s shot-making.
Chennai Super Kings have signed domestic pacer Kuldip Yadav for ₹30 lakh as cover for injured Khaleel Ahmed, ruled out with a right quadricep injury suffered against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 16. Royal Challengers Bengaluru have added English fast bowler Richard Gleeson for ₹1.6 crore for the rest of IPL 2026 after Nuwan Thushara withdrew due to injury concerns. Thushara also pulled his legal case against Sri Lanka Cricket, saying much of the tournament had already passed.
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Chennai Super Kings have named Macneil Hadley Noronha as the replacement for the injured Ramakrishna Ghosh for the rest of the 2026 IPL season. Noronha, an all-rounder, arrives after finishing as the highest run-scorer in the 2024-25 Colonel C.K. Nayudu Trophy, giving CSK added batting depth as they chase a playoff spot.
Delhi Capitals coach Hemang Badani says spinner Kuldeep Yadav must improve quickly as the side’s playoff hopes hang by a thread. After a loss to Chennai Super Kings, Delhi’s qualification path looks tough, with Kuldeep’s season so far falling below expectations. Badani believes he can turn his form around and help the team win every remaining match.
Delhi Capitals suffered a brutal eight-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings at home in IPL 2026. After the defeat, former KKR batter Manoj Tiwary launched a sharp public criticism of veteran wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, accusing him of not delivering when it mattered. The remarks quickly sparked debate among fans and former players.
Mumbai Indians led by Hardik Pandya were routed by Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026 on May 2, losing by eight wickets at MA Chidambaram Stadium. Former captain Mahela Jaywardene didn’t mince words, calling it a defeat that reflected MI not playing their best cricket. The loss adds pressure as CSK’s dominance in Chennai continues to stand out.
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Gujarat Titans overpowered Chennai Super Kings by 8 wickets as Sai Sudharsan’s 87 anchored a smooth chase. With key contributions from Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler, GT reached the 158-run target easily, finishing with 20 balls remaining. The win lifts the Titans to fifth in the IPL standings, while CSK’s effort falls short.
MS Dhoni’s fitness reportedly looks full again, but a report suggests the CSK captain may still choose to skip the CSK vs Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 match. The Indian Express claim points to Dhoni’s unusual “don’t want to disturb a combination” mindset, implying he may avoid disruption even when available. Final call remains unclear.
Chennai Super Kings’ IPL 2026 hopes are fading as the wait for MS Dhoni’s return stretches far beyond the initially stated fortnight. With no official confirmation or update coming from the franchise, the team’s injury concerns are worsening. Ayush Mhatre is reported to be all but ruled out, leaving CSK with fewer options ahead of crucial matches.
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