TVK office-bearer arrested for sexually harassing minor in Chennai
The accused, Dinesh, had been absconding since Monday after a sexual harassment complaint was lodged by the mother of the minor girl
Shane Nigams Film Dridham Receives Censor Board Approval, Set for Release Soon
Chennai, May 6: The South Indian film industry is witnessing a surge in crime and thriller films. Audiences are increasingly drawn to stories filled with mystery and suspense. In this context, the much-anticipated Malayalam film Dridham is now fully prepared for release. The buzz surrounding this film has been significant, and with the recent approval ... Read more Shane Nigams Film Dridham Receives Censor Board Approval, Set for Release Soon
Sanju Samson Shines in IPL 2026: Deep Dasgupta Praises His Performance
New Delhi, May 6: Wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson, playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026, has captivated the cricketing world with his outstanding performance. On Tuesday, he scored an unbeaten 87 runs against Delhi Capitals, leading CSK to victory. Former Indian wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta praised Samsons ability to consistently perform and win matches. Dasgupta ... Read more Sanju Samson Shines in IPL 2026: Deep Dasgupta Praises His Performance
Shocking Arrest in Chennai: TVK Official Accused of Sexual Assault on 10-Year-Old Girl
Chennai, May 6: A shocking incident has emerged in Chennai, where a Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) official has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl. This case has sent ripples through political and social circles. According to police reports, the incident took place in the Singaravelan Nagar area of Kasimedu, which falls under ... Read more Shocking Arrest in Chennai: TVK Official Accused of Sexual Assault on 10-Year-Old Girl
Cong Declares Support To TVK, Says Alliance Covers Future Polls As Well
Chennai, May 6: The Congress party, a long-time ally of the DMK, on Wednesday announced support to actor-politician Vijays TVK to form the government in Tamil Nadu and severed ties with the Dravidian major. The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee and the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) have decided to extend its full support to the TVK to form the government, AICC Tamil Nadu incharge Girish Chodankar said in a statement citing TVK chief Vijays request seeking support. He said: Our support [] The post Cong Declares Support To TVK, Says Alliance Covers Future Polls As Well appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AIADMK Cancels Meeting Amid Support for TVK in Tamil Nadu Political Shift
Chennai, May 6: A significant turn has emerged in Tamil Nadus post-election political landscape. On Wednesday, the AIADMK unexpectedly canceled its scheduled meeting of newly elected legislators. This decision comes amid reports of deep divisions within the party regarding support for the TVK government led by actor-turned-politician Vijay. This development arises as Vijays party, TVK, ... Read more AIADMK Cancels Meeting Amid Support for TVK in Tamil Nadu Political Shift
Congress Backs TVK in Tamil Nadu Politics
Chennai, May 6: In a significant development in Tamil Nadu politics, the Congress party has officially announced its support for actor-turned-politician Vijays party, TVK, to form the government. This decision was made following a meeting of the Congresss top leadership and the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee. Girish Chodankar, the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in-charge ... Read more Congress Backs TVK in Tamil Nadu Politics
Key IPL Matches to Watch in May 2026
May is where the IPL is decided, with execution and individual form separating the teams that push on from those that fall away. As the Indian Premier League moves into May, the tone of the competition starts to change. Early momentum gives way to scoreboard pressure, and the table begins to reflect more than just form. Punjab Kings have set the pace with five wins from their first six matches, while established sides such as Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super [] The post Key IPL Matches to Watch in May 2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
R B Choudarys demise: Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth express shock
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Bravo Told Me To Be Brave And Trust My Plans: CSK Spinner Akeal On His Powerplay Bowling Prowess
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Akeal Hosein shared his preparation of bowling in the powerplay, revealing that former CSK star Dwayne Bravo advised him to be brave while bowling in the powerplay, where there are chances a spinner will get targeted by big hitters. Hoseins inclusion in the playing XI after three early defeats has coincided with a sharp turnaround in CSKs fortunes the latest of which got them a clinical eight-wicket win over DC. Hoseins control in a power play reduced DC to 61/5, and that went a long way in CSK getting two crucial points. Its about being brave. Dwayne Bravo told me, especially for spinners in the Powerplay, youre going to get hit at some stage. The key is to remove that fear, trust your plans, and focus on your field placements. I also believe strongly in doing my homework and being well-prepared, Hosein told JioStar. Super Kings made early inroads into the DC batting lineup, as the hosts were reduced to 69/5. Sameer Rizvi contributed 40 not out, while Tristan Stubbs scored 38 to help the hosts post 155/7. In reply, Sanju Samson spearheaded the CSK's run chase. The right-hander scored an unbeaten 87*, with his knock studded with seven fours and six maximums. Kartik Sharma gave him excellent company, scoring a superb 41 not out. Former England skipper Eoin Morgan highlighted Samsons impact, saying the wicketkeeper-batter added more value to CSK's innings. I didnt think his stock could get any higher, but hes added even more value with this innings. The level of control he brings to the dressing room reflects experience and leadership, and he lets his performances do the talking. It was a joy to watch him marshal the run chase like a seasoned player, leading from the front while guiding a youngster like Karthik Sharma at the other end, he said. The Samson-Kartik duo forged an undefeated alliance of 114 runs for the third wicket to help CSK past the finish line with 15 balls to spare. Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar lauded Kartiks growth and said the youngster fits perfectly at the No. 4 spot in CSK's lineup for the long term. The Samson-Kartik duo forged an undefeated alliance of 114 runs for the third wicket to help CSK past the finish line with 15 balls to spare. Also Read: Live Cricket Score CSK have now posted their second win on the trot and currently occupy the sixth spot in the points table, only two points behind the four teams ranked from second to fifth. Article Source: IANS
'This Is The Version Of Samson We've Been Wanting To See': Deep Dasgupta
Chennai Super Kings: Former Indian cricketer Deep Dasgupta heaped praise on wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson for his consistency and match-winning ability after his unbeaten 87 helped Chennai Super Kings (CSK) register a dominant 8-wicket win over Delhi Capitals (DC), saying this is the est version of Samson people have been wanting to see for a few years now. Samson, who started IPL 2026 with three single-digit scores, turned things around from the next match and is now the top scorer of the team. He has so far scored 402 runs in ten innings at an average of 57.42 and a strike rate of 167.50. According to Deep, things have changed since the T20 World Cup 2026, where he played match-winning knocks in the semi-final and final, and this is the best version of Samson that the cricket fraternity is seeing. This is the version of Sanju Samson we've been wanting to see for quite a few years now. So, every season you see a couple of those innings and go 'wow, what a player!' but then it would only end up being those couple of innings. But now, starting from the World Cup, he's been so consistent, he told ESPNCricinfo. Propelled by a disciplined bowling effort that strangled the hosts on a tricky surface, CSK restricted DCto a modest 155 for 7. In response, Samson anchored the chase with his unbeaten 87 to ensure the visitors comfortably hunted down the target with 15 deliveries to spare. This is the version of Sanju Samson we've been wanting to see for quite a few years now. So, every season you see a couple of those innings and go 'wow, what a player!' but then it would only end up being those couple of innings. But now, starting from the World Cup, he's been so consistent, he told ESPNCricinfo. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Samson has played a big role in CSK's comeback to the playoff race in IPL 2026. With the help of his knocks, CSK are currently placed at the sixth position with 10 points in as many matches with five wins. Article Source: IANS
Aaron Finch Praises Sanju Samson as the Superstar CSK Has Been Waiting For
New Delhi, May 6: Former Australian captain Aaron Finch has expressed his admiration for wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson, who is currently playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026. Finch stated that Samson is the superstar CSK has been eagerly anticipating. While speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Finch noted, Samson struggled to score runs in the initial ... Read more Aaron Finch Praises Sanju Samson as the Superstar CSK Has Been Waiting For
IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals coach says Kuldeep Yadav must improve as playoff hopes hang in balance
Delhi Capitals coach Hemang Badani is backing spinner Kuldeep Yadav to find his best form. The team's playoff hopes are slim after a loss to Chennai Super Kings. Kuldeep's performance has been below par this season. Badani believes Kuldeep can turn his form around. The team needs to win all remaining matches to qualify for the playoffs.
Sanju Samson smashes an unbeaten 87 as Chennai Super Kings defeat Delhi Capitals by 8 wickets in IPL 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, chasing 156 with ease.
IPL 2026: 'We Will Rally Around Him', Badani Backs Struggling Kuldeep To Find Peak Form
Chennai Super Kings: Following an eight-wicket defeat to Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani threw his weight behind a struggling Kuldeep Yadav, insisting the franchise will rally around the senior wrist-spinner to help him rediscover his peak form. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, DCs spinners failed to match the control offered by CSK spinners Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad, who combined for 341. While DC skipper Axar Patel managed 125 in four overs, including bowling two overs in power-play, Kuldeep endured another difficult night by leaking 34 runs in three overs without taking a wicket. We would ideally want Kuldeep to be better than this. But we will rally around him. He's been somebody who's been a part of this side for many, many years and has done well. I think he can turn this around, said Badani in the post-match press conference. Once regarded as Delhis banker in the middle overs, Kuldeep hasnt gained his edge this season. In 30 overs of IPL 2026, Kuldeep has picked only seven wickets at an economy rate of 10.36 and has conceded 24 sixes the most by any spinner in the competition. On Tuesday, he and left-arm pacer T Natarajan together gave away 73 runs in 5.3 overs despite a surface offering grip and turn, as Sanju Samson duly cashed on them to hit an unbeaten 87. I think it's more the case of just about somebody's striking form. He hasn't struck peak form yet. He hasn't bowled at the speeds that he would normally bowl. I think it's a question of time. I mean, we have the faith in him. More than anything else, it's crunch time for us. It's quite simple for us. It's more like a knockout tournament for us right now. We have to win 4 in 4 games and we still have a chance to qualify, added Badani. Though Axar was at his economical best with the ball on Tuesday, his batting returns have nosedived further. With the bat, Axar has managed just 33 runs - 26 of them came against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. His runs have come at a strike rate of 89.18 a steep drop from last year when he was DCs fourthhighest scorer with 263 runs at a strike rate of 157. His dismissal for just two on Tuesday was DCs third wicket to fall from overs 8-11 and led to DC being 69/5 in 11 overs. Once a reliable middleorder presence, Axars decline with the bat has left a big void in DCs batting returns at a time when his side needs stability. With Axar, I think it's again a question of somebody who's (trying to find form). There are people who have played cricket at the highest level like hes a double World Cup winner. You work with them and you give them the faith. They have the faith in themselves in the sense that they have played the game. They have figured out the ways and means of going through the grind, struggles and how you come back. They've done it all and I have the faith that he'll come good. He's had a wonderful time with the ball and those figures, I would take it on any given day, added Badani. Though DC found some spark in their innings via a 65-run stand between Tristan Stubbs (38) and Sameer Rizvi (40 not out), it wasnt enough for them to stop a composed Samson from taking them home. Fair to say that (CSK batters applied themselves better than DC batters). But I think in hindsight, it's a lot easier for a side to feel 20 overs and then understand what the surface would be when they bat second and that pretty much what happened. Well, it's for them to decide in the middle at that point in time. As in, how do we progress, and take the game forward. They are the ones batting in the middle. They probably would have assessed it and felt that at this point, we want to be a bit more cautious and not lose a couple more wickets because we were already five down. Maybe take the game slightly deeper and that would have been the mindset. The nature of pitches has been of differing nature and something DC havent been able to figure out. Against PBKS, pitch number six was an absolute road in the afternoon. Pitch number five for the game against RCB blew them away, while pitch number four for the clash against CSK was sticky, had low bounce and enough for spinners to make merry. There's no local side that gets benefit out of the surfaces. You play what is presented to you. Yes, it's been a bit of an up-and-down curve for us to understand what are we going to get at Delhi, which is our home. One game was a 265 chase, another one was 75 all out. Again, this was a surface which spun, but there's little control that any side has on surfaces. It's not about us and the whole comp itself is quite neutral that way. Every side has to find a way to win those games. Ideally, you want to have some consistency. There's no local side that gets benefit out of the surfaces. You play what is presented to you. Yes, it's been a bit of an up-and-down curve for us to understand what are we going to get at Delhi, which is our home. One game was a 265 chase, another one was 75 all out. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So he was smart. But one can do that is purely because when he's seen 20 overs behind the stumps, and saw the surface and the balls closest as a wicketkeeper. Let's not forget, he's a class player. Sanju has been a class player for a while. There's a reason he's in the national side. There's a reason he's won the Man in the Series at the World Cup, concluded Badani. Article Source: IANS
AIADMK Legislators to Meet in Chennai Amid Discussions of External Support for Vijays TVK
Chennai, May 6: The political landscape in Tamil Nadu is buzzing with activity as the newly elected AIADMK legislators prepare for a crucial meeting in Chennai on Wednesday. Reports suggest that a faction within the party is in favor of extending external support to actor-politician C. Joseph Vijays party, TVK, for at least one year. ... Read more AIADMK Legislators to Meet in Chennai Amid Discussions of External Support for Vijays TVK
Ipl 2026: How Akeal & Noor Deconstructed DCs Batting Order
Chennai Super Kings: For a long time, a key marker for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) having a good time in the IPL has been tied to their spinners making merry with the ball. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where yellow easily outnumbered blue jerseys in stands, Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad provided for that merry making with the ball to help the five-time champions get a decisive win. In IPL 2025, Ahmad lacked support as Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were far off from their prime. With the veteran spinners exiting CSK set-up ahead of IPL 2026, Hoseins acquisition at the auction was the ideal way to fill in that huge void. Hence, its no surprise that Hoseins inclusion from April 11 after three early defeats has coincided with a sharp turnaround in CSKs fortunes the latest of which got them a clinical eight-wicket win over DC. On a sticky pitch, there was ample turn and grip for spinners in the first half. Add to it, the ball was coming slower off the pitch with low bounce, which meant pacers could benefit from employing slower balls and hard lengths. In that scenario, Hoseins control in power-play and Ahmads middleovers strikes reduced DC to 61/5 and that went a long way in CSK getting two crucial points. While the scorecard reflected a comprehensive win, Hosein said dismantling DCs top-order was no accident, and credited meticulous homework for the same. I think homework is very important. You want to have that head start when you come up against whichever batter you're going to face. It's just about making assessments as quickly as possible. You might come up on a pitch that is spinning and then the one that isn't spinning. Thankfully I can spin and swing the ball. So it's just about picking which deliveries will give you the most success on a particular day and against a particular batter, he said in the post-match press conference. With two right-handed openers at the crease, CSK wasted no time in deploying Hosein from the get go. Despite conceding a first ball boundary to Pathum Nissanka, Hosein found turn to beat Nissanka and went up for a loud lbw appeal on the fourth ball. Though CSK didnt go for the review due to the ball going over stumps, CSK persisted with Hosein, especially with DC batters not being too proactive. With Nitish Rana coming to the middle after Nissankas fall, it was a bid by the hosts to deny Hosein a return to the crease, due to the left-arm-spinner versus left-handed batter match-up being amongst cricket's most rigid conventions. But then switching Hoseins end from Willingdon Pavilion to the North Stand paid immediate rewards as he got grip and beat a lofting KL Rahul in flight to get his scalp. With Karun Nair facing four balls, Rana could only play a dot ball, as DC closed the powerplay at 37/2. Hosein's final figures would read as 1-19 in four overs, with it made sharper by the fact that only one of his four overs came outside the fielding restrictions. As per CricViz, Hosein is the most economical bowler in the powerplay this season with a dotball percentage of 64.8 and economy rate of 6.44, which further highlights that his control with the new ball has been unmatched. Noor would then come over to knock off Nair and Rana and finish with 2-22 in three overs. I think I'll speak from a match perspective. Getting the opportunity to bowl first for me is just about again making that assessment as quickly as possible and then passing on that information to Noor or even to the seamers as well if it was a bit of spin or if it's gripping or whatever the case is. So conversations with myself and Noor have been fantastic. Really happy for him that he's getting some success and like I say it's just about passing on that information to your fellow teammates so that when they come on they can do even better than you and put the team in a winning position. Changing ends wasn't my call. It was the skipper's call. But with that being said you have to be open minded and ready for any challenge or any specific end. Sometimes you may come up against a big and small side, but sometimes you try to stick to the plan. So, don't change the plan and again it's about getting hit where your boundary fielders are. I had long off and mid wicket so I know if he had to score boundaries I want to force him to those guys and luckily he got caught trying to go over long off which was good for me, elaborated Hosein. Hosein also noted that the mental aspect is just as vital as skill in stemming the run-flow in power-play. I think you need both of them. You need to have that mental and you also need to have that skill, especially when you come upon pitches that aren't conducive to spin and it's just about being disciplined as well. Having two fielders out in the power play - it's not a job where you can go searching for wickets or you can be too greedy. It's just about sticking to the plan. Yes it's a bit descriptive because you only have two guys out so it's just about being disciplined and trying to do the job for the team. At the end of the day if you don't get wickets and you bowl economically in the power play that's a damn good job you've done for the team. The dismantling of DC wasn't just about the starters. Hosein pointed to the readiness of Jamie Overton, who bowled just one over in the death overs, but took out Tristan Stubbs, who neutralised Anshul Kamboj with his usage of the crease. I bowled my fourth over outside the powerplay so it wasn't too bad. But Jamie - he's been in great form with the bat and ball but sometimes it's just the way the cookie crumbles. He didn't bowl much but it just goes to show that it's very important to stay in tack with the game and stay in tune with the game and understand when you're called upon you have a plan and you're ready to execute. Seeing Jamie come and bowl such a brilliant over in the death overs under pressure to guys set, and to execute like that for the team was fantastic. Even though he could have easily felt that he was out of the game because he hadn't bowled an over, it was very good and I must applaud Jamie for staying in tack with the game and understanding what was his role and function at that time and he executed brilliantly. I bowled my fourth over outside the powerplay so it wasn't too bad. But Jamie - he's been in great form with the bat and ball but sometimes it's just the way the cookie crumbles. He didn't bowl much but it just goes to show that it's very important to stay in tack with the game and stay in tune with the game and understand when you're called upon you have a plan and you're ready to execute. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think it can be difficult, but at the end of the day, you have to be open-minded and for me it's whatever the team requires and for us as players it's whichever player is required on that given day. So we're very open to whatever decisions is made. We know the staff are doing what's best for our team and putting the best eleven on the park for that particular opposition on that particular day, signed off Hosein, after playing a vital hand on a night when the sea of yellow was elated on seeing CSKs victory making huge noise in New Delhi. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Top-order Collapse Sabotaging DCs Impact Player Strategy, Admits Badani
Chennai Super Kings: Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani admitted that the teams recurring top-order collapses are not only costing them matches but are also affecting their tactical flexibility, especially in terms of using the Impact Player rule. In DC getting an eight-wicket thrashing at the hands of Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday night, the hosts lost control of how they intended to play. Last week, in their infamous 75 all out against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, they struggled on a pitch with swing and bounce to be 8/6. On pitch number four, which looked a bit dry and had some bite for both spinners and pacers, DC found themselves at 69/5 in 11 overs. In both of the aforementioned games, early wickets changed their strategy of impact player usage from being a tactical instrument, it was now a rescue mechanism to get a respectable total on board. Thankfully, contributions from remodelled impact player strategy have come - Abishek Porel hit 30 against RCB; while Sameer Rizvi, facing his former franchise CSK, top-scored with 40 not out off 24, thus giving DC bowlers a target worth defending. For a side that has fluctuated between massive totals and below-par scores this season, the lack of a batting cushion has had a domino effect on their bowling strategy DC were one bowler (Vipraj Nigam) light, which meant Sanju Samson paced his unbeaten 87 brilliantly to take CSK home. Badani pointed out that the game was effectively lost for DC in the first 10 overs with the bat. You would ideally want a Starc and Ngidi bowling at the top. Yes, there is merit to your question about Vipraj coming into play. That's exactly the reason why we have him as an impact option. That option is available to us when we bat well. The minute we bat well, we don't have to go to the extra batter and you bring in Vipraj. If it's a surface which has a bit more pace or is slightly pace friendly, then you have someone like Auqib (Nabi) who's in the impact options. Those options are pretty much there, but the bottom line is we have to play good cricket. We can have multiple conversations about a lot of permutations and combinations, but the end result is when you play good cricket, these things just fall in place. I thought the game was lost in the first 10 overs when we didn't get enough. We were about 70 for 5. You don't want to be 70 for 5 even if it's a tough surface, said Badani in the post-match press conference. What makes it worse is that DCs squad imbalance is purely self-inflicted. The decision to carry three overseas batters while relying on domestic seamers to shoulder the bowling load was always a gamble. When that plan failed, DC pivoted, but it cost them the presence of David Miller, as they chose to bring back Nissanka in Jaipur when Sahil Parakh picked an injury. Against CSK, those compromises converged: Nissanka again failed to get a substantial score, and Nigam sat unused on the bench. It meant DCs powerplay record in IPL 2026 took another beating - they have now lost 21 wickets in the first six overs in ten matches, averaging just 23.85 runs per wicket at a run-rate of 8.35, with nearly half their deliveries - 46.4 percent being dot balls. On all four measures, no franchise has fared worse. Moreover, in spin-friendly conditions, DC decided to play Karun Nair ahead of Rizvi, whos stronger in facing spinners. Despite the tactical mis-steps, Badani refused to pinpoint individuals, and instead called for a collective lift as DC find themselves in the perform or perish territory. As a side, you obviously don't want to be 60/5 or 50/5. That's not the position any side wants to be. Any coach, when he has to answer this question, the reply would be very straightforward that ideally you want to be 100/1 or 120/1. That's not the situation that any side wants to be. But then it comes to a point where you have to make a decision and that's pretty much where we are. If we are 50/5, the only option is to bring in a batter and that's the way forward. I think collectively as a side, we need to play better. I don't think I would pinpoint Axar. If you're 76 all out in a game, one game you've got 265 on the board and you don't defend that. You lose one game by one run and You lose another game like this when you're 60/5. So it's not one person. We'll have to play better cricket as a side and that's the bare facts of life. But then it comes to a point where you have to make a decision and that's pretty much where we are. If we are 50/5, the only option is to bring in a batter and that's the way forward. I think collectively as a side, we need to play better. I don't think I would pinpoint Axar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score If we can try and get that in the next few days, for the next few games, I think we should be okay. I know it's crunch time for us and we all recognize that. Everyone understands that in the dressing room and the dugout. Everyone knows that this is where we are now. It's as simple as that - just perform or perish, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
He Got Caught: How KL Rahul Fell Right Into Ruturaj Gaikwad's Trap, CSK Star Reveals Masterplan
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Akeal Hosein played a pivotal role in his team's dominant eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) on Tuesday night, and reflected on his strategy behind dismissing in-form batter KL Rahul.
Samson Is The Superstar CSK Have Been Crying Out For: Finch
Chennai Super Kings: Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch impressed how Samson Sanju settled into his new team and said the wicketkeeper-batter is the superstar Chennai Super Kings have been waiting for to be in their arsenal. Samson, who was traded in from Rajasthan Royals at the cost of Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran, started IPL 2026 with three single-digit scores, all of which were part of losses for his new franchise. The wicketkeeper-batter then turned things around and has three fifty-plus scores in seven innings since, including a match-winning 87 not out off 52 balls against Delhi Capitals (DC) on a tricky pitch on Tuesday. He missed out the first couple of games, didn't he? All of a sudden there was a massive panic: What has CSK done, Finch said on ESPNcricinfo. They've got Sanju Samson and he's not performing. Two games in T20 is nothing. To go right through a season ultra-consistent is so difficult. You probably can't underestimate the pressure on somebody going into a team like CSK. Being a huge marquee signing particularly when you have traded someone like Jadeja out of the side as well. Samson, who was adjudged Player of the tournament in the T20 World Cup, currently has 402 runs in ten innings at an average of 57.42 and strike rate of 167.50. Although he (Samson) had a dream run at the end of the T20 World Cup and then he's come in at CSK and missed out a couple of times, there will still be some pride and pressure and almost some feeling that you can tend to overplay it slightly in your own head that you want to get to a new franchise and really lay down a marker and say 'I'm here'. Samson, who was adjudged Player of the tournament in the T20 World Cup, currently has 402 runs in ten innings at an average of 57.42 and strike rate of 167.50. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After the win against DC, CSK remained in sixth place in the standings, only two points behind the four teams ranked from second to fifth. Article Source: IANS
Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Several Districts in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, May 6: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds in several districts of Tamil Nadu over the coming days. This weather pattern is attributed to a trough, a low-pressure area, extending from Madhya Pradesh to Tamil Nadu. According to the meteorological department, this trough is ... Read more Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Several Districts in Tamil Nadu
Samson joins elite list of Kohli and Rahul after unbeaten 87 against DC
Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 against Delhi Capitals propelled him into an elite club with Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. His stellar performance, including two 100-plus partnerships against DC this season, secured a crucial win for Chennai Super Kings, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Sanju Samson Achieves Unique Milestone in IPL, Joins Kohli and Rahul
New Delhi, May 6: In an exciting match on Tuesday at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets, thanks to Sanju Samsons explosive unbeaten 87 runs. This remarkable performance has earned Samson a unique achievement, making him the third batsman to reach this milestone after Virat ... Read more Sanju Samson Achieves Unique Milestone in IPL, Joins Kohli and Rahul
There was a desire: Samson on missing ton; Gavaskar says, he played for the team
Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 steered Chennai Super Kings to a crucial victory over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. Prioritising the team's win over a personal century, Samson displayed remarkable composure and calculated aggression. His mature approach earned praise from cricket legends, highlighting his significant impact on CSK's playoff aspirations this season.
Sanju Samson Reflects on Missed Century After Leading CSK to Victory
New Delhi, May 6: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) triumphed over Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets in a match held at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson was once again the hero of the match, scoring an unbeaten 87 runs off 52 balls, helping his team maintain their playoff hopes. For his ... Read more Sanju Samson Reflects on Missed Century After Leading CSK to Victory
'We dont control pitch': Hemang Badani responds after DCs 4th home loss
Delhi Capitals' head coach Hemang Badani faced scrutiny after their loss to Chennai Super Kings, attributing the defeat to a top-order collapse and a tricky Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch. Badani highlighted the team's lack of control over pitch preparation, noting the inconsistent nature of their home ground.
IPL 2026: Samson Powers CSK To Comfortable Win Over DC
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Sanju Samson scripts history against Delhi Capitals, becomes first batter to...
Sanju Samson's stellar form propelled Chennai Super Kings to a crucial eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. His unbeaten 87 anchored the chase, marking his second century partnership against DC this season. This win keeps CSK's playoff hopes alive, while DC edges closer to elimination.
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Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals by eight wickets
NEW DELHI, May 5: Sanju Samson paced his unbeaten 87 off 52 balls perfectly on a tricky track as Chennai Super Kings kept themselves relevant in the Indian Premier League with an eight-wicket win over a self-destructing Delhi Capitals here on Tuesday. After opting to bat, DCs struggles with the bat at home continued as they ended with a below par 155 for seven on a pitch offering assistance to the spinners with odd ball holding up. Samson and Kartik [] The post Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals by eight wickets appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Samsons Storm Leads Chennai Super Kings to Victory Over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026
New Delhi, May 6: In a thrilling match, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a remarkable 8-wicket victory against Delhi Capitals (DC) on Tuesday, thanks to an unbroken century partnership between Sanju Samson and Karthik Sharma. The 48th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 took place at Arun Jaitley Stadium, keeping CSKs playoff hopes ... Read more Samsons Storm Leads Chennai Super Kings to Victory Over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026
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Chennai Super Kings are well and truly very much in the IPL 2026 playoffs race. With their fifth win in 10 matches, CSK have climbed to sixth place in the points table
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It was another underwhelming display by the Delhi Capitals batters. Delhi Capitals' struggles with the bat at home continued as they faltered on a testing track to end up with a below-par 155 for seven against Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League
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CSK outclass DC by eight wickets
Samson scores a gritty unbeaten knock to keep their playoff dreams alive New Delhi: Sanju Samson paced his unbeaten 87 off 52 balls perfectly on a tricky track as Chennai Super Kings kept themselves relevant in the Indian Premier League with an eight-wicket win over a self-destructing Delhi Capitals on Tuesday. After opting to bat, []
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IPL 2026: The Biggest Change Is You're Seeing More Of Me, But I'm Always Calm, Says Samson
Chennai Super Kings: Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson underlined his growing stature in Chennai Super Kings lineup with a matchwinning 87 not out, leading them to an eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. After leading CSK to a crucial win, Samson said his calm approach and sticking to basics have been key to him making runs in the yellow jersey this season. They're calling me Chetta, but I like Sanju more. You try to see what works well, stick to the basics, and trust your hands to do the rest. I just stuck to the process, and it's working out well. I've been doing it for the last 3-5 years, it's a tactical bit as well, I move around a bit according to the bowlers. I'm always like this. The biggest change is you're seeing more of me, but I'm always calm, Samson said after being named Player of the Match. Samsons innings meant CSK never looked in trouble and chased down 156 with 15 balls to spare. He also shared an unbroken 114-run stand with youngster Kartik Sharma. Samson explained how he assessed conditions and backed his middleover game. Looking at what we were chasing and how the wicket was behaving, even if we were 30 or 35 for 1 in the batting PP, looking at the shots I can play in the middle overs and against the spinners, I was confident about scoring runs. On missing the century, Samson, who previously hit an unbeaten hundred against DC in this season at Chepauk, said, Hundreds are always special. There was a desire, but I had to be a bit too selfish to get it. My partner was playing well and winning the game gave me more confidence and happiness. A few more matches to come, let's see if it comes around. Looking at what we were chasing and how the wicket was behaving, even if we were 30 or 35 for 1 in the batting PP, looking at the shots I can play in the middle overs and against the spinners, I was confident about scoring runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I knew it was not a big score, and we could take our time, which we did. (Sanju) bhaiya said that it was a slow wicket and told me to do what comes to me, which I did. There was no such target. Just play in a good range and hit the ball. Play the ball, that's all, he said. Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2026: Gaikwad Hails Samson As CSKs backbone, Credits Bowlers For Turnaround
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the teams revival in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has been built on the quiet efficiency of its bowlers, while describing wicketkeeper- batter Sanju Samson as the backbone of the batting unit after his matchwinning unbeaten 87 against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. Samsons knock ensured that CSK chased down 156 with 15 balls remaining and are at ten points, which is just two points away from the crowded top five in the points table. I think even initially, after the 2nd and 3rd game, Flem and myself were positive, we were closer to what we were last year. Sanju had come along, and the bowling was doing well. We then got a couple of wins, and everyone started to gel together, Gaikwad said after the match ended at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. On Samsons knock, where timing and power made for a fantastic combination, Gaikwad was effusive in his praise. On the batting side, more than grateful to have Sanju after the tournament he had in the WC, he's our backbone. But it's the bowlers who do the job. Akeal and Jamie come and silently do the job. Anshul is someone who does his job silently. He had a bad game today, but they've all come well together, he added. Sanju had come along, and the bowling was doing well. We then got a couple of wins, and everyone started to gel together, Gaikwad said after the match ended at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gaikwad signed off by praising Kartik Sharma for hitting an impressive 41. I think the skillset was already there; there was no such development, just that he needed some momentum. We were also chasing big targets, and he didn't get time. Last match, he got some time, he can play an all-around game and hit the pockets well. Article Source: IANS
CSK's disciplined bowling and Samsons unbeaten 87 brush aside DC
Delhi Capitalss home struggles continued as they managed only 155/7 against Chennai Super Kings, who chased the target comfortably thanks to Sanju Samsons unbeaten 87. CSKs disciplined bowling, led by Akeal Hosein, exposed DCs batting issues again. Poor performances from KL Rahul, Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav pushed Delhi closer to elimination.
IPL 2026: CSK keep playoff hopes alive with 8-wicket win over DC
Chennai Super Kings kept their playoff hopes alive with a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 powered the chase, supported by Kartik Sharma's 31 not out, as CSK successfully hunted down 156 with 15 balls to spare. Earlier, disciplined bowling restricted DC to 155/7.
Ambati Rayudu Takes Over As Head Of Cricket Operations For HCA
Hyderabad Cricket Association: Former India batter Ambati Rayudu has been appointed as Head of Cricket Operations for the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), pledging to fight corruption, the allegations of which have plagued the association for many years, as he took charge on Tuesday. I am very happy to announce that I have been appointed as the Head of cricketing operations for HCA by Justice P Naveen Rao(SMC), M Jeevan Reddy (Secretary HCA), and the apex council. It is a great opportunity to clean up a few things, but I am more excited to see the immense cricketing talent in Hyderabad and Telangana flourish and produce more players to represent the country, Rayudu said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. The former Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings batter, who also made a vow to address matters of deep concern in HCA, has identified the elimination of corruption as an immediate priority. A player contract system, like what the Mumbai Cricket Association recently announced, is in the pipeline. We will modernise and professionalise our cricketing operations, which will be automated to avoid human interference, Rayudu said in comments to local media organisations on Tuesday. Rayudu also said he has plans to establish a centre of excellence inspired by the one in Bengaluru. Rayudu, who started his domestic career in Hyderabad, representing in age-group tournaments before coming into the limelight at the U-19 World Cup, said he would like to focus on cricket in the state and leave politics to others. He also said that the players are the priority and it was his job to focus on the welfare of the players. Rayudu, who started his domestic career in Hyderabad, representing in age-group tournaments before coming into the limelight at the U-19 World Cup, said he would like to focus on cricket in the state and leave politics to others. Also Read: Live Cricket Score His appointment as Head of Cricket Operations is being seen as an attempt by the present HCA governing body to improve the standard of the game in the state. Article Source: IANS
Samson stands out on tricky track as CSK demolish Delhi Capitals
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IPL 2026: Samsons Unbeaten 87 Helps CSK Register Eight-wicket Win Over DC
Chennai Super Kings: Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samsons commanding 87 not out off 52 balls steered Chennai Super Kings to a big eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals and jumped to ten points in match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. The win keeps five-time winners CSK in sixth place, but they are now just two points adrift of the crowded top five. On a sticky pitch offering grip and turn, Akeal Hosein (1-19) and Noor Ahmad (2-22) set the tone to keep DC to 155/7. Samson ensured the chase was anchored with composure and class by hitting seven fours and six maximums to take CSK home with 15 balls to spare. What stood out was not just Samsons authority on pitch easing out, apart from sharing an unbroken 114-run stand off 66 balls with Kartik Sharma, who hit an impressive 41 not out off 31 balls, to keep DCs bowlers under pressure and pick two crucial points for CSK. The visitors began their chase of 156 with patience, as Samson exquisitely lofted Axar Patel for six, while Ruturaj Gaikwad was lucky to have an outside edge off Mitchell Starc to get four. DC brought in their big guns - Axar, Mitchell Starc, and Lungi Ngidi quickly in a bid to get wickets, but didnt get any breakthrough. The breakthrough eventually came in the fourth over when a struggling Gaikwad flicked to deep square leg off Ngidi. Boundaries were scarce until Urvil Patel lit up the innings with two towering sixes off Ngidi before closing Power-play at 44/1. But Urvils aggression was ended by Axar, who got one to grip and turn, which the batter missed and was stumped swiftly by KL Rahul. With Kartik Sharma joining Samson, CSKs chase began to move into calmer waters, as signs emerged of the pitch easing. After Kartik pulled Axar for four, Samson whacked a poor short ball from Kuldeep Yadav for six. When T Natarajan came in, Samson used his wrists and feet well to club him for fours over long-off and extra cover. After Kartik lofted Kuldeep inside out over deep extra cover for six, Samson unleashed carnage on him a floaty legbreak launched high to the second tier at longon and then pulling a short ball disdainfully over deep midwicket. With pressure mounting, Kuldeep went flatter and quicker down leg, only for Samson to paddle him fine for four. By the time Samson pushed a flighted ball to longoff, he raised his fifty off 32 balls, as the crowd buzzed with chants of CSK, CSK. Starcs return brought no respite as Samson leaned into a drive on an overpitched ball and then threw his bat in the channel outside off-stump to beat backward point and pick consecutive boundaries. Samsons surge continued as he dismantled Natarajans variations with a mix of timing and brute force. On the short ball, Samson rocked back to cleanly pull over square leg for six, before lofting a slower ball over long-off for six and swiping hard through mid-wicket for four. The crowd was left in awe when Samson nailed the cover drive off Ngidi for four, while Kartik brought out paddle and drive to get his boundaries. The duo then knocked off the remaining runs easily to give CSK another clinical victory. Samsons surge continued as he dismantled Natarajans variations with a mix of timing and brute force. On the short ball, Samson rocked back to cleanly pull over square leg for six, before lofting a slower ball over long-off for six and swiping hard through mid-wicket for four. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals 155/7 in 20 overs (Sameer Rizvi 40 not out, Tristan Stubbs 38; Noor Ahmad 2-22, Jamie Overton 1-5) lost to Chennai Super Kings 159/2 in 17.3 overs (Sanju Samson 87 not out, Kartik Sharma 41 not out; Axar Patel 1-25, Lungi Ngidi 1-30) by eight wickets Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Samson Powers Chennai Super Kings To 8-Wicket Win Over DC
CSK completed the chase in just 17.3 overs giving a huge boost to their net run-rate
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IPL 2026: Sticky Wicket Made Hard Lengths Effective, Confident CSK Can Chase 156, Says Gurjapneet
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh said the sticky and slow nature of the Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch made hard lengths effective for the fast bowlers, as the five-time champions restricted Delhi Capitals to 155/7 in their IPL 2026 clash on Tuesday. Of course. The wicket was a bit sticky at the start with the new ball, especially till the middle overs; it was a bit difficult to play from the hard length. So, we are just trying to keep on the same length, Gurjapneet said to broadcasters at innings break. The leftarm quick, who returned with figures of 1-29 in four overs, explained that variations were less important once the surface began to grip. But when we realised the wicket is like, if you're keeping on the same length, it's difficult to hit from the length. So, we're just trying to stick to the length, he added. DCs innings was marked by another toporder failure, with KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka dismissed inside the Powerplay. Nitish Rana, Axar Patel, and Karun Nair also fell cheaply, leaving the hosts reeling at 69/5. The leftarm quick, who returned with figures of 1-29 in four overs, explained that variations were less important once the surface began to grip. But when we realised the wicket is like, if you're keeping on the same length, it's difficult to hit from the length. So, we're just trying to stick to the length, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I thought we're going to stop them under 140-145, or something around it. But still, we are okay. We are ready to chase that, he said. Wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad was the pick of the bowlers for CSK with two wickets, while Akeal Hosein and Mukesh Choudhary had a scalp each too. Despite pacer Anshul Kamboj being a bit expensive at the death overs, CSKs disciplined effort ensured DC could not push beyond 155. Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2026: Resilient Performance by Rizvi and Stubbs Sets Target for LSG
New Delhi, May 5: In the 48th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) set a target of 156 runs against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Tuesday. Winning the toss at Arun Jaitley Stadium, DC opted to bat first, scoring 155 runs while losing 7 wickets in their allotted ... Read more IPL 2026: Resilient Performance by Rizvi and Stubbs Sets Target for LSG
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Chennai Super Kings: Delhi Capitals batter Tristan Stubbs said the team is eager to carry forward the momentum from their record chase of 226 against Rajasthan Royals into their home fixture against Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. The seventh-placed DC need a win to get to ten points and boost their prospects in the race to the playoffs. I think the confidence has been there. We've had a couple shaky ones again before we scored 260, so the confidence wasn't there. But it is nice to get a win. It seems like it's a common score, but it is still a really big score and a really good chase. So to bring that into today, to our home ground is great, Stubbs said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters. On his role as an overseas finisher, Stubbs said, I think a lot of the boys are just trying to hit the ball to the stands and back. But we come here, it's sort of from the World Cup to now, you haven't been able to predict what the wicket's going to do. Batting in the middle there, I don't think my role changes much. Ashutosh is batting beautifully. So, it really gives you that confidence that he's still in the shed to come. Axar's still behind him. So it's a lot of batting, so it gives you confidence. Stubbs, who struck 60 against CSK earlier in the season, said past performances count for little. I don't think so. You get out there, new wicket. That was a really nice pitch that day, a bit of bounce. So, we don't know what we're going to get here. But a new wicket, you start on nought, and it's a fresh game. So yeah, we're excited. A bit of weather around, so you never know. But it's been a big game for both teams. The top-order batter Nitish Rana, meanwhile, spoke of the familiarity of playing at his home venue. Actually, when you enter this atmosphere, Ive been coming into this ground since childhood. So I wouldnt say that I dont feel nervous. You do feel nervous before every game. But yes, there is definitely a sense of comfort because at home a person feels more comfortable, and this is my home, he said. Stubbs, who struck 60 against CSK earlier in the season, said past performances count for little. I don't think so. You get out there, new wicket. That was a really nice pitch that day, a bit of bounce. So, we don't know what we're going to get here. But a new wicket, you start on nought, and it's a fresh game. So yeah, we're excited. A bit of weather around, so you never know. But it's been a big game for both teams. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Asked about a possible psychological edge against CSK, Rana remarked, I think we should focus on controlling our own game what we can control rather than what the points table is saying, or how many wins or losses each team has in the tournament. Todays game is important, yes, but if we focus on all three departments and perform well in all three, then the result will definitely be in our favour. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: CSK Are Pretty Close To Getting Its Best Playing Eleven, Says Fleming
Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming on Tuesday said the franchise is pretty close to settling on its best playing eleven despite injuries to key players, while backing batter Dewald Brevis to make an impact in the latter stages of the tournament. Sixth-placed CSK arrive into Tuesdays clash and a win at the Arun Jaitley Stadium will take them to eight points. I think so. We've been hampered a little bit by injuries to some key players, but it has been a process. We sort of, well it's been well documented, restarted this year. So the process of just giving a bit of evidence around players has taken a bit of time, but, yeah, we think we're pretty close, Fleming said to broadcasters in a pre-game chat. On Brevis, who has amassed only 64 runs in six innings, Fleming said, Well, there's still time. Often it's a little bit of opportunity. So it's been a little bit spasmodic for him. He missed the first three games, so he's working his way back into the tournament. Didn't get an opportunity, which was good for us in the last game. But he's doing everything right. So it's a lot of the work behind the scenes. How are the players training? How's their mental state? And he's very positive. So we've still got time and hopefully the back end of the tournament, he owns it. Fleming also praised the bowling unit, which did draw criticism in the initial stages of the competition. It's a little bit of confidence. We certainly put a lot of work into it. It was talked about being quite weak, but we knew we had players in certain roles that were in great form. They had also done some work since last year. We introduced a little bit of a different, or some different options for the death. Kamboj has really flushed with that. So that's been great. We've introduced some players who have done well. Jamie Overton's pace has been key. And the spinners have been very good. Noor Ahmad has come into some form. So there's a really nice balance to that attack. Fleming also praised the bowling unit, which did draw criticism in the initial stages of the competition. It's a little bit of confidence. We certainly put a lot of work into it. It was talked about being quite weak, but we knew we had players in certain roles that were in great form. They had also done some work since last year. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But if you have two, three, four players that are playing well, then usually you're going to compete pretty well. You're going to be around that, sort of the orange cap or purple cap, whichever one it is. You're going to get a bit of a rotation going where you can look after a guy who might lose form for two or three games or miss out for two or three games and others will pick that up. So that's what you're sort of looking for as a coach. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Ngidi Comes In As DC Elect To Bat Against CSK, Akeal, Gurjapneet Included
Chennai Super Kings: A fit-again Lungi Ngidi has returned for Delhi Capitals as captain Axar Patel won the toss and elected to bat first against five-time champions Chennai Super Kings in match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. A win for either of the two teams will brighten their chances of staying alive in the race for the playoffs. After winning the toss, Axar said, Ngidi, who was declared hundred percent fit by bowling coach Munaf Patel on the eve of the clash after recovering from an unfortunate head injury against the Punjab Kings last month, and completed a seven-day mandatory stand-down period, replaces fellow pacer Kyle Jamieson in the playing eleven. I think the surface looks good, and we feel its a very good pitch. Maybe in the second innings it might slow down a bit, so Id like to give that advantage to our bowlers. The way the tournament is going, its a very important match. But at the same time, its more important to focus on how youre playing. You cant think too much about points - if you do, you put extra pressure on yourself. Thats what weve been discussing as a team; we just want to play good cricket, and the points will take care of themselves. Weve lost some close matches, but if you look at the season overall, Im happy with the wins and performances. Thats what happens sometimes, but if we talk about cricket, Im very happy with the boys batting and bowling. In fielding, if we had done better, we could have been in a stronger position, he said. CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who got a roaring reception from the crowd dressed majorly in a yellow jersey, said he wanted to bowl first anyway and wasnt worried about losing the toss. With pace-bowling all-rounder Ramakrishna Ghosh ruled out of the competition due to a right foot fracture, CSK had to rejig their combination - left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Akeal Hosein and left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh have come into the playing eleven. The pitch looks a bit dry, so I dont think it will change much. So batting or bowling first wont make much difference. There have been some positive signs in the last 23 matches. Even though we havent won every game, there are some good positives. Since the first three matches of the tournament, weve improved a lot in all departments. Our bowling has been doing really well, and the batting is slowly coming together. We just want to carry that momentum into the last phase of the tournament. Were really happy coming into this game, especially after the last one. But this is a new game, so we want to start fresh and start well. Its also great to see youngsters getting opportunities and stepping up. Its a good sign for the franchise - they are repaying the faith shown by the management, he said. Tuesdays clash will be played on pitch number four, and the boundaries are 66 metres square on one side, while 60 metres is the boundary on the other side, and the 73 metres boundary stands straight down the ground. In the pitch report, Ian Bishop and Eoin Morgan noted that showers in the past 24 hours have cooled the conditions, but the surface remains rockhard and conducive for batting. Playing XIs: Chennai Super Kings: Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain), Urvil Patel, Kartik Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Gurjapneet Singh Impact substitutes: Shivam Dube, Prashant Veer, Matt Short, Akash Madhwal, and Sarfaraz Khan Chennai Super Kings: Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain), Urvil Patel, Kartik Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Gurjapneet Singh Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Vipraj Nigam, Sameer Rizvi, Abishek Porel, Auqib Nabi Dar, and David Miller Article Source: IANS
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