Lucknow Super Giants beat Chennai Super Kings by seven wickets in an IPL match in Lucknow. CSK, sent in to bat, posted 187 for five, driven by Kartik Sharma’s 71 off 42. Shivam Dube added a rapid 16-ball unbeaten 32 to keep the total defendable. But LSG’s chase was anchored by Mitchell Marsh’s explosive 90 off 38 and an opening stand worth 135, before Nicholas Pooran and Mukul Choudhary finished the job with 188 for three.
Chennai Super Kings have signed South African all-rounder Dian Forrester as replacement for the injured Jamie Overton. The move brings Forrester to CSK for Rs 75 lakh, with the team betting on his batting and bowling as the tournament enters a critical phase. CSK are currently fifth and next take on Lucknow Super Giants.
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Chennai Super Kings take on Lucknow Super Giants in a pivotal IPL 2026 clash, with CSK still chasing a playoff spot. Lucknow has already been eliminated, turning the game into a battle of urgency versus pride. CSK’s resilience despite injuries sets the tone, while LSG’s struggles as a team have left little margin for error.
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.
Former CSK and India batter Subramanian Badrinath has clarified his viral comment about Krunal Pandya after facing heavy trolling online. The remark drew backlash following RCB’s match against MI on May 10 during IPL 2026. In a fresh statement, Badrinath moved to explain his intent and address the criticism that spread rapidly across social platforms.
Chennai Super Kings boosted their IPL 2026 playoff hopes with a five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants at Chepauk, marking their third straight victory. Sparked by Urvil Patel’s joint-fastest IPL half-century, CSK now face multiple qualification paths depending on remaining results, net run rate, and key clashes with direct rivals.
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Urvil Patel lit up CSK’s chase against Lucknow Super Giants with a blistering 13-ball fifty, one of the fastest in IPL history. He blasted 65 off 23 balls, hitting eight sixes, to seriously swing momentum in Chennai’s favor while chasing 204. Despite his dismissal, Patel’s innings proved the game’s turning point.
Former India coach Anil Kumble says MS Dhoni is putting in efforts to regain full match fitness ahead of CSK’s IPL 2026 clash versus Lucknow Super Giants. However, Kumble indicates Dhoni may still choose not to play if he feels he cannot hit the required readiness level, stressing that any late risk could disturb the team’s momentum.
With CSK surging after consecutive wins and pushing toward the playoffs in IPL 2026, Sanju Samson addressed rumours linking him to the CSK captaincy. Ahead of CSK’s clash with LSG, the star wicketkeeper dismissed the speculation in a blunt, no-nonsense way, while CSK’s form gives the conversation fresh fuel.
After CSK crushed DC at the Capitals home ground, captain Axar Patel admitted their playoff hopes have become extremely difficult with only five IPL 2026 matches left. Speaking on the qualification scenario, he stressed that DC can’t afford anything less than winning all five games to keep their path alive as the points race tightens quickly.
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Sunil Gavaskar praised Sanju Samson after his match-winning, unselfish knock of 87 not out off 52 balls against Delhi Capitals. Samson’s selfless approach powered CSK to a dominant eight-wicket victory in IPL 2026, with his performance drawing major admiration from the cricket legend. The comment has sparked fresh debate about what it takes to play winning knocks.
Chennai Super Kings kept their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with an eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals. After restricting DC to 155 for 7, CSK chased 156 with 15 balls to spare. Sanju Samson led the chase with an unbeaten 87, backed by Kartik Sharma’s 31 not out as CSK secured a comfortable finish.
Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma stayed unbeaten as Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by eight wickets in IPL 2026. The result became CSK’s 20th win against MI, a standout head-to-head milestone. With this victory, Chennai moved to sixth in the points table, while Mumbai’s playoff hopes took a major hit.
Chennai Super Kings kept Mumbai Indians in check with disciplined bowling, limiting them to 159/7. MI started strongly but lost momentum in the back half, with Naman Dhir’s 57 the main bright spot. CSK’s Anshul Kamboj led the effort with three wickets, and the team’s tight death-over bowling helped secure an 8-wicket win that boosts playoff prospects.
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Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has thrown uncertainty over MS Dhoni’s return for Chennai Super Kings’ IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians, suggesting the former captain may not play. Ashwin also hinted that Mumbai’s Rohit Sharma could be sidelined due to injury, as both franchises enter the game in a high-pressure must-win situation.
Ahead of the high-voltage CSK vs MI clash at Chepauk, Suresh Raina hinted that MS Dhoni’s calf injury recovery could allow him to play his first match of the IPL 2026 season today. Raina, along with former CSK teammate Mike Hussey, shared that Dhoni’s fitness update looks promising, sparking excitement among fans who’ve been waiting for the ‘Maza’ to return.
After CSK’s eight-wicket defeat by Gujarat Titans at Chepauk in IPL 2026, tensions reportedly spilled over between fans. A heartbroken CSK supporter, frustrated by the loss, allegedly vented anger on a random RCB counterpart. The incident highlights how quickly disappointment can escalate when loyalties collide in the stands.
CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad attributed Chennai’s IPL 2026 loss to Gujarat Titans to their inability to adapt to Chepauk’s changing, unpredictable pitch. CSK initially targeted 170-180, but frequent middle-overs wickets stopped partnerships from forming and prevented momentum from shifting, leaving them unable to convert a competitive start into a defendable total.
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Amid CSK vs GT, IPL 2026, Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed MS Dhoni will not play despite appearing completely fit during the match eve workout. Fans were left disappointed after seeing Dhoni running and looking in form, turning the decision into speculation about his near-term retirement. The move has sparked debate on team selection and Dhoni’s future role.
With CSK taking on Gujarat in IPL 2026, Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury status has sparked heavy speculation over the playing XI. Reports suggest Gaikwad may miss today’s match, raising the question of who will lead the side. If he is ruled out, Sanju Samson is emerging as the likely captain option for CSK against GT.
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