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Updated IPL 2026 Points Table After Punjab Kings' Five-Wicket Win Over Chennai Super Kings
Skipper Shreyas Iyer's half-century draped in elegance and aggression in equal measure was the centrepiece in Punjab Kings' five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings.
Indian Premier League: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer credited his sides explosive start and collective batting effort for chasing down a 200-plus total against Chennai Super Kings, highlighting the confidence within the group and a dressing-room mindset focused on internal standards rather than external expectations. PBKS once again proved why they are the masters of 200-plus chases in the IPL, pulling off the feat for the ninth time as Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer dismantled the Chennai Super Kings attack. Arya set the tone with a blistering start, racing to 33 off just 9 balls as PBKS brought up their fifty in no time, while Iyer anchored the chase with a calm yet commanding knock, accelerating from 4 off 5 to a 26-ball fifty. Obviously, there is a worry before getting onto the field. But the way we started today, I think it was an exceptional start. Priyansh and Prabh are doing the job at the start and setting the bench for us to go inside. I feel that the way they have been batting for years now stabilises the rhythm for us. I am glad that everyone is getting to bat in the first two games. It gives us confidence. Whenever we are stuck in a pressure situation, people know how to go about it. It is not planned. But we just decided inside the dressing room that we want to impress each other rather than anyone outside. A certain sort of clarity as well, said Iyer after the match. In contrast, CSK remain winless after two games, and the bigger concern will be being outplayed in conditions that should have favoured them. Despite posting a strong 209 for 5 on a surface suited to their batting strength, their bowling once again failed to hold up, exposing a key weakness early in the season. Priyansh Arya ignited the chase with an impressive start, setting the tone for Punjab Kings pursuit of 210 against Chennai Super Kings. Brought in as a substitute, Arya made his intentions clear. He attacked Khaleel Ahmed right from the beginning. A sharp, straight drive for four, followed by a powerful six over midwicket, marked his entrance. While Khaleel managed some movement against Prabhsimran Singh, he still gave away 14 runs in the first over. There was no break in the second over as Arya attacked Matt Henry, hitting 4, 6, and 4 to reach 25 off just six balls. By the time PBKS scored their fifty in an incredible 3.2 overs, Arya had already piled up 27 off eight balls, easily finding the boundary. This was a bold, modern T20 strategy. Seeing a target of over 200, he went all out in the power play to take control of the chase. His 39 off 11 at a strike rate of 355 may not have been a match-winning innings by itself, but it clearly represented the role of an aggressive opener today: deal maximum damage early and establish a platform. Priyansh Arya ignited the chase with an impressive start, setting the tone for Punjab Kings pursuit of 210 against Chennai Super Kings. Brought in as a substitute, Arya made his intentions clear. He attacked Khaleel Ahmed right from the beginning. A sharp, straight drive for four, followed by a powerful six over midwicket, marked his entrance. While Khaleel managed some movement against Prabhsimran Singh, he still gave away 14 runs in the first over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Praising senior spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, Iyer said, I feel that we all know how good Dube is against spin. There were many domestic players who are good against spin. Yuzi, we know how impressive he has been over the years. He is one of the best bowlers in IPL. Whenever I am in doubt, I go to him. Article Source: IANS
Poor Performance from Spinners Costs CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad
Chennai, April 4: In the seventh match of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets. Following this second consecutive loss of the season, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad stated that the poor performance of the teams spinners significantly impacted CSKs chances. Punjab Kings successfully chased down the target of 210 runs in ... Read more Poor Performance from Spinners Costs CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad
IPL: Iyer-led PBKS hunt down 210 with ease, hand CSK second straight loss
Punjab Kings beat Chennai Super Kings by five wickets, chasing 210 with ease to register their second straight win at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. CSK batter Ayush Mhatre starred with 73 as CSK posted 209/5. In reply, Shreyas Iyers 50 and strong support helped PBKS complete the chase comfortably in 18.4 overs.
IPL 2026: Skipper Iyers Fifty, Aryas Opening Blitz Guide PBKS To Second Victory
Skipper Shreyas Iyer: Priyansh Aryas opening blitz of 39 off 11 balls and skipper Shreyas Iyers fifty propelled Punjab Kings to their second victory in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, beating Chennai Super Kings by five wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. Priyansh Arya ignited the chase with an impressive start, setting the tone for Punjab Kings pursuit of 210 against Chennai Super Kings. Brought in as a substitute, Arya made his intentions clear. He attacked Khaleel Ahmed right from the beginning. A sharp, straight drive for four, followed by a powerful six over midwicket, marked his entrance. While Khaleel managed some movement against Prabhsimran Singh, he still gave away 14 runs in the first over. There was no break in the second over as Arya attacked Matt Henry, hitting 4, 6, and 4 to reach 25 off just six balls. By the time PBKS scored their fifty in an incredible 3.2 overs, Arya had already piled up 27 off eight balls, easily finding the boundary. This was a bold, modern T20 strategy. Seeing a target of over 200, he went all out in the power play to take control of the chase. His 39 off 11 at a strike rate of 355 may not have been a match-winning innings by itself, but it clearly represented the role of an aggressive opener today: deal maximum damage early and establish a platform. At the other end, Prabhsimran kept the momentum going, but CSK tried to regain control with spin by bringing in Noor Ahmad and adding Rahul Chahar as an impact bowler. However, PBKS kept pushing, with Cooper Connolly showing intent against spin. However, a costly mistake on a low-risk second call cost PBKS their momentum at a crucial time, when Shreyas Iyer walked confidently to the crease with a chance to score runs. Noor Ahmad sprinted from midwicket to intercept the ball, while Sarfaraz Khan made an excellent backup play and threw an accurate ball to the non-strikers end to catch Prabhsimran (43) out after Connolly returned him. Conolly holed out off a full toss, which he couldnt quite hit past mid-off. That was a missed opportunity, and one hell regret on the long walk back. With 83 runs needed off 49 balls, PBKS still has Shreyas Iyer and Nehal Wadhera at the crease to steady the chase. CSK, on the other hand, has limited spin left. They have just one over from Noor Ahmad and two from Rahul Chahar. After that, it will be up to the pacers, who have given away runs all evening, to finish the job. Ayush Mhatre starred with a sensational 73 off 43 as late cameos from Sarfaraz Khan (32 off 12) and Shivam Dube (45* off 27) powered Chennai Super Kings to 209/5. CSKs innings had a shaky start, with Sanju Samson (7) falling early yet again, exposing his struggles against movement. Amid the early setbacks, Mhatre took charge, showing great intent and preparation, especially against short balls. Having worked on his pull shot, he confidently took on the pacers, racing to 59 off 32 balls inside nine overs, including four fours and five sixes. While Mhatre dominated, Ruturaj Gaikwad (28 off 22) struggled to accelerate, falling at a time when CSK needed momentum. Mhatre, however, continued to dictate terms even after the Power-play, cleverly countering the wide yorker strategy with smart placement and quick adjustments. His dismissal proved to be a turning point. At 123, Mhatre had scored 73 of those runs nearly 60% highlighting CSKs over-reliance on him as the rest of the batting managed just 38 off 32 balls, with 12 extras. Sarfaraz then injected late momentum with an inventive cameo, using ramps and deft touches to counter both pace and yorkers, striking at 266. Though Dube initially struggled, he finished strongly, anchoring the death overs with a composed unbeaten 45. CSKs 209/5 also marked their first 200-plus total at Chepauk since April 2024, signalling a return to their high-scoring best. Shreyas Iyer displayed unwavering poise throughout his innings by shifting gears from 4 off 5 to 50 off 26 flawlessly. He held the situation in check as the PBKS captain by choosing his shots carefully and keeping the chase on course. Yet just as everything seemed to be going PBKS' way and Iyer was batting fabulously, CSK responded with two wickets off consecutive deliveries by taking Iyer out and having Nehal Wadhera swing the momentum back their way. However, Shashank Singh and Marcus Stoinis made sure there are no more hiccups as PBKS closed the match, winning it by five wickets. Shreyas Iyer displayed unwavering poise throughout his innings by shifting gears from 4 off 5 to 50 off 26 flawlessly. He held the situation in check as the PBKS captain by choosing his shots carefully and keeping the chase on course. Yet just as everything seemed to be going PBKS' way and Iyer was batting fabulously, CSK responded with two wickets off consecutive deliveries by taking Iyer out and having Nehal Wadhera swing the momentum back their way. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Chennai Super Kings 209/5 in 20 overs (Ayush Mhatre 73, Shivam Dube 45 not out; Vyshak Vijaykumar 2-38, Yuzvendra Chahal 1-21) lost to Punjab Kings 210/5 in 18.4 overs (Shreyas Iyer 50, Prabhsimran Singh 43, Priyansh Arya 39; Matt Henry 2-54, Anshul Kamboj 2-47) by five wickets. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Kings beat CSK by five wickets in IPL
Chennai: Punjab Kings defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in an Indian Premier League match with skipper Shreyas Iyer scoring a fine half-century here on Friday. Young CSK batter Ayush Mhatre top-scored with a 43-ball 73 as Chennai Super Kings posted 209 for five. PBKS reached 210 for 5 in 18.4 overs to notch Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Chennai Super Kings created history by defeating RCB, CSK holds the IPL record.
CSK Stats IPL: Chennai Super Kings set a historic record by scoring 209 runs against Punjab Kings. They have become the team to reach the 200-run mark the most times in the IPL.Chennai Super Kings created a recordMost Times 200 Scores in IPL: Chennai Super Kings has achieved a feat in the IPL...
Shreyas Iyer Leads Punjab Kings to Victory Over CSK in IPL 2026
Chennai, April 3: In the seventh match of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings (PBKS) triumphed over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets on Friday. Captain Shreyas Iyer played a stellar innings, scoring a half-century, while Priyansh Arya contributed a fiery 39 runs. This marks Punjabs second consecutive win this season. Chasing a target of 210 ... Read more Shreyas Iyer Leads Punjab Kings to Victory Over CSK in IPL 2026
IPL 2026 GT vs RR | Onus on Titans top-order as it meets Royals in first home fixture
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IPL 2026: Ayush and Shivam Shine as CSK Posts 209 Runs Against PBKS
Chennai, April 3: In the seventh match of IPL 2026, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced off against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the MA Chidambaram Cricket Stadium. Batting first, CSK scored an impressive 209 runs, losing 5 wickets in the process. Ayush Mhatre and Shivam Dubey were the standout performers for CSK. After losing ... Read more IPL 2026: Ayush and Shivam Shine as CSK Posts 209 Runs Against PBKS
Bat-check controversy: How Mhatre failed thrice due to umpire error
A bizarre moment in the IPL 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings saw Ayush Mhatres bat fail multiple checks due to an upside-down gauge. After confusion and delays, the error was fixed and his original bat passed. The incident, though harmless, became a widely discussed and humorous highlight of the match.
Ayush Mhatre Becomes Youngest Player to Score Half-Century at MA Chidambaram Stadium
Chennai, April 3: In an exciting match of IPL 2026, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced off against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. CSKs batsman Ayush Mhatre delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a half-century and becoming the youngest player to achieve this milestone at the venue. At just 18 ... Read more Ayush Mhatre Becomes Youngest Player to Score Half-Century at MA Chidambaram Stadium
IPL 2026 Live: Mhatre Scripts History, Also Joins Sooryavanshi, Shaw In Elite List
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Chennai crowd forces Bishop to say 'sorry' during toss - Watch
The IPL 2026 toss between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings was disrupted by a roaring Chepauk crowd, forcing Ian Bishop to apologise for the delays. Shreyas Iyer chose to bowl first. Ruturaj Gaikwad explained CSKs opening strategy and pitch conditions as they aim to recover from a poor start.
IPL 2026, CSK vs PBKS: Punjab elect to bowl against Chennai
CSK made one change to their playing XI, bringing in Prashant Veer in place of Matt Short
IPL 2026: When And Where To Watch GT Vs RR Clash, Know All Details
The Shubman Gill: The Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans (GT) will face Riyan Parag's Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 9 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday. GT will be aiming to secure their first win of the season after suffering a narrow defeat to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their opening game. Batting first, GT posted a competitive total of 162/6 but failed to defend it as their bowling attack struggled to close out the contest, with Punjab chasing down the target with five balls remaining. In contrast, RR head into the fixture on the back of an emphatic win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Guwahati. RR produced a dominant all-round display, dismissing CSK for 127 before completing the chase comfortably in just over 12 overs. Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger starred with the ball, while youngster Vaibhav Suryavanshi impressed with a blistering half-century. Historically, the Gujarat Titans have held the upper hand in this contest, winning six of the eight meetings between the two sides, while the Rajasthan Royals have emerged victorious on two occasions. The Titans also won their first-ever encounter in April 2022, though the Royals claimed the most recent clash played in April 2025. When: Saturday, April 4, 7:30 PM IST Where: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Where to watch: The GT vs RR match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The GT vs RR match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag (captain), Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Dasun Shanaka, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Adam Milne, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Tushar Deshpande, Shubham Dubey, Nandre Burger, Kuldeep Sen, Sushant Mishra, Donovan Ferreira, Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Vignesh Puthur, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao Perala, Brijesh Sharma Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Opt to Bowl First Against CSK, Prashant Veer Makes Debut
Chennai, April 3: In the seventh match of IPL 2026, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are facing off against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the MA Chidambaram Cricket Stadium. Punjabs captain, Shreyas Iyer, won the toss and chose to bowl first. The Punjab team has made no changes to their playing eleven, while CSK is ... Read more IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Opt to Bowl First Against CSK, Prashant Veer Makes Debut
IPL 2026: Prashant Veer Set To Debut As PBKS Ask CSK To Bat In Chennai
Chennai Super Kings: Punjab Kings (PBKS) won the toss and elected to bowl against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the seventh match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. We are going to bowl first, said PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer. Since it is their first match at home, I think it is a fresh wicket. It would be a great thing to know how it plays. Based on that, I have made this decision. Speaking of his hand injury, Iyer said, It is fresh. I just want to be positive in the way I talk. I just feel that if I say anything negative, it rubs off on my body. Just want to keep it cool. It gives us immense confidence. The motivation we got from the last game will rub off today. We just want to play to the best of our abilities. On his batting, he said, I feel that I just like to take on bowlers when the chips are down. That's the mindset shift I did last season. This season, I came with a similar mindset. The players clear the boundaries easily these days. That rubs off on everyone in the team. We are going with an unchanged team. Saying he is happy to bat first, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said, I think for me, it looks a bit on the drier side. Don't think it will change too much. It will remain the same. It's early April. Dew will be a factor. Runs on the board, and you can defend on this track. On their batting collapse in the last match against the Rajasthan Royals, Gaikwad said, You just accept we had tough conditions to face. One of those games where you try to go positive and make mistakes. What has gone is gone. You just focus on this game and be better prepared. It's about taking it game by game. That is the key for CSK as a franchise, having that top order. Opening partnerships has given us a lot of success. Nothing better than having Sanju open with me. We have one change tonight. Prashant Veer comes in place of Matt Short. Playing XIs: Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal Impact substitutes: Suryansh Shedge, Priyansh Arya, Vishnu Vinod, Pravin Dubey, Hemant Brar Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Jamie Overton, Rahul Chahar, Matthew Short, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Gurjapneet Singh Article Source: IANS
GT vs RR Match 9, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
GT vs RR Match 9, Cricket Tips :The inaugural season winner, Rajasthan Royals, had a great first game. They humiliated Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati in all departments. Nandra Burger, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jofra Archer took two wickets each, and then it was Vaibhav Suryavanshi's show. The 15-year-old slammed a 15-ball half-century. RR will now play an away game against Gujarat Titans. This contest will be held at Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday at 7:30 PM IST. GT had a defeat to start the new season. They were outplayed by Punjab Kings after a poor batting display. Their batting is something they need to work on because the time has gone when 165-175 were good scores in T20 cricket. GT vs RR: Match Details Date: April 04, 2026 (Saturday) Time: 7:30 PM IST Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad GT vs RR Live Streaming Details To watch the GT vs RR on TV, Indian fans can tune into the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also switch to the Jio Hotstar app or website for the live stream. GT vs RR Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 08 GT : 06 RR : 02 No-Result : 00 GT vs RR: Ground Pitch Report Narendra Modi Stadium is also a good venue for the batters. India recently scored 250+ in the final of the T20 World Cup 2026. The wicket offers good bounce with pace, making it easier to execute big shots. There is not much movement off the wicket, which is why it is important to use cutters here. GT vs RR Possible XIs GT: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidhn Krishna, Mohammed Siraj RR : Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Jofra Archer, Ravindra Jadeja, Sandeep Sharma, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma GT vs RR: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Vaibhav Suryavnashi will be the one to watch out for. Because if he plays 20-22 balls, the match will be in favor of RR. For GT, it is important for Shubman Gill to play a big innings to set the platform for the other batters. Probable Best Bowler Nandre Burger will get good bounce from this wicket, and he can be nippy with the new ball. For GT, Mohammed Siraj can swing the ball, and he is also bowling a tight line. Today Match Prediction : GT can do well in home conditions, but RR are too good for them at this moment. Hence, we predict RR to win this contest. GT vs RR Match 9, IPL 2026, Today GT vs RR Match, GT vs RR Prediction, GT vs RR Predicted XIs, Injury Update for GT vs RR Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer: The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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IPL 2026 CSK vs PBKS: Check head-to-head Record and playing 11 for today's match
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IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Predicts Top 4 Teams After First Round Matches
Indian Premier League: Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has made an early prediction of the four teams that can make it into the playoffs of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 after watching the first round matches, where every franchise played a minimum of one match. The former Delhi Capitals mentor feels that the Mumbai Indians (MI), Delhi Capitals (DC), Rajasthan Royals (RR), and Punjab Kings (PBKS) could face each other in the playoffs. He also added that unexpected player injuries could change these standings. Having watched the first round of matches in the IPL this season, as it stands, just on observations, this could be the top 4. MI, DC, RR, PUNJAB. This can all change with injuries, etc., but thats how I see it atm, Pietersen wrote in a post on X. The biggest exclusion from his playoffs list is the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who started off their campaign with a dominant win against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). According to Pietersen, RCB's middle order form and Hazelwood's fitness are the main reasons behind keeping the 2025 champions out. My concern with RCB is their middle overs and spinners. And Hazlewoods fitness. Remember - bowlers win you championships, He wrote on X. Pietersen also feels that no target is safe in this season after seeing RCB and Mumbai Indians chasing 200 plus total easily. According to him, toss has become very important. The mad thing, though, about this season, is batters dont know how hard to go in the first innings. Whats a good score? Averaging it out, can you actually win most of your games batting first? The toss is as important as your team! he added. According to the 45-year-old, five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK), three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and 2016 title winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have to do something extraordinary and bring massive change to be title contenders. The toss is as important as your team! he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, after six matches Rajasthan Royals are at the top spot in the points table with a massive 4.171 net run rate, while the RCB sits at the second position. Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians also have two points after winning their opening matches. Hyderabad also opened their account after defeating KKR in their second match. Article Source: IANS
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Ruturaj Gaikwad Emphasizes Freedom for Young Players Ahead of IPL 2026 Clash
Chennai, April 3: The seventh match of IPL 2026 is set to take place at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, where Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Punjab Kings (PBKS). In a press conference before the match, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad expressed his confidence in the teams young players. Gaikwad stated, Our team is quite young ... Read more Ruturaj Gaikwad Emphasizes Freedom for Young Players Ahead of IPL 2026 Clash
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Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer is likely to play against Chennai Super Kings after a wrist injury scare. Assistant coach Brad Haddin confirmed no fracture, with swelling reduction and movement recovery being key. Iyer has shown good form in practice. PBKS, with recent success at Chepauk, faces a CSK team under pressure after a batting slump.
Enhanced Security Measures in Chennai Ahead of PM Modis Visit
Chennai, April 3: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis arrival, stringent security arrangements have been implemented throughout Chennai. The Prime Minister is scheduled to arrive in the city on Friday evening as part of his two-day election campaign, which includes visits to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Kerala. To ensure robust security during his visit, approximately ... Read more Enhanced Security Measures in Chennai Ahead of PM Modis Visit
Heavy security deployment as PM Modi arrives in Chennai today
Chennai: Tight security arrangements have been put in place across Chennai ahead of the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is scheduled to reach the city on Friday, April 3, as part of a two-day campaign tour covering Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Kerala. Nearly 3,000 police personnel have been deployed at key locations across Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CSK vs PBKS Preview: Chennai Super Kings look to revive the Chepauk magic
Chennai Super Kings aim to reclaim their Chepauk fortress against a confident Punjab Kings after a disappointing season opener. CSK's top-order woes were evident in their loss to Rajasthan Royals, with youngsters needing time to develop. Punjab Kings, however, are buoyed by an opening win, with skipper Shreyas Iyer declared fit to play.
Prime Minister Modi Kicks Off Election Campaign in Chennai and Puducherry
New Delhi, April 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to intensify the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) election campaign in South India with a two-day visit to Chennai and Puducherry starting Friday. This trip comes ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and the union territory. Upon arriving at Chennai International Airport on ... Read more Prime Minister Modi Kicks Off Election Campaign in Chennai and Puducherry
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CSK Eager to Open Their Account Against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
Chennai, April 3: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Friday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. This match marks CSKs attempt to secure their first win of the season. Previously, CSK lost to Rajasthan Royals by 8 wickets on March 30. In contrast, Punjab Kings triumphed over Gujarat Titans by 3 wickets ... Read more CSK Eager to Open Their Account Against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
Is MS Dhoni playing today? Viral training clip excites fans ahead CSK vs PBKS clash
MS Dhoni has been spotted training ahead of Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings, fueling hopes of an earlier-than-expected return from a calf strain. The veteran captain missed CSK's opening match defeat, but his presence at practice sessions has boosted fan optimism.
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TN Election 2026 | Chennai Poll Canvas: Villivakkam
Chennai Poll Canvas is an election special programme from The Hindu, offering a comprehensive constituency roundup from in and around Chennai for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Caste Politics, Alliances, Symbols, and Electoral Gains
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Not Playing, But MS Dhoni Still Heavily Involved In Chennai Super Kings: Stephen Fleming
Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS), Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming spoke about stalwart MS Dhoni's heavy influence
CSK vs PBKS Match 7, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
CSK vs PBKSMatch 7, Cricket Tips :Chennai Super Kings had a tough beginning to the IPL 2026, and they suffered a defeat at the hands of Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. Now, they will be back at home and will face Punjab Kings. This contest has a scheduled start of 7:30 PM IST on Friday, taking place at Chapauk Stadium. CSK need this win to open their account and get going in this tournament. They looked below-par in the opening encounter and need to relook at the areas they failed. PBKS are coming off a win in their opening game against Gujarat Titans. They have done well against CSK in recent seasons and will be confident of doing it again. CSK vs PBKS: Match Details Date: April 03, 2026 (Friday) Time: 7:30 PM IST Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai CSK vs PBKS Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the CSK vs PBKS clash live on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also enjoy the live action on the Jio Hotstar app or website. CSK vs PBKS Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 32 CSK : 16 PBKS : 16 No-Result : 00 CSK vs PBKS: Ground Pitch Report Chepauk Stadium has offered good batting wickets in recent years. The batters have dominated here, and some good totals were scored in the T20 World Cup 2026 here. Teams have done well here in the chase, and there are chances that there will be dew, which makes it tough for the batting side. CSK vs PBKS Possible XIs CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Sanju Samson (wk), Matt Short, Ayush Mhatre, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, Kartik Sharma, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Matt Henry, Khaleel Ahmed PBKS : Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Xavier Bartlett, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal CSK vs PBKS: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Sanju Samson missed in the first game, but with the form he is in, he will be a dangerous batter for PBKS. Prabhsimran Singh showed that he is carrying good form in the IPL and will be a difficult bowler to face. Probable Best Bowler Noor Ahmad will be a tough bowler to face in the conditions in Chennai. For PBKS, the spell of Yuzvendra Chahal will be crucial, because he will get good purchase from the wicket. Today Match Prediction : CSK are playing at home, but they are not in good form. The injuries have also not helped them either. But PBKS have a good combination, and we predict them to win this game. CSK vs PBKS Match 7, IPL 2026, Today CSK vs PBKS Match, CSK vs PBKS Prediction, CSK vs PBKS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for CSK vs PBKS Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer: The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Will Shreyas Iyer Play Or Miss CSK vs PBKS IPL 2026 Game? Assistant Coach Provides Big Update
Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin gave a big update on Shreyas Iyer
IPL 2026: Young CSK Batters Will Improve With More Game Time, Says Gaikwad
Young Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings captain (CSK) Ruturaj Gaikwad backed his young batting line-up to improve as the season progresses after his side faltered against Rajasthan Royals in their opening match of the 2026 IPL, adding that they will see them become better with more game time. CSK were bowled out for 127 by Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati, as they slumped to an eight-wicket loss. The wicket was slightly tougher, and we had to bat first, put up a score, and they had two really good new-ball bowlers. So that really put us on the back foot. In T20 games, we are not really used to playing on such pitches. So maybe we dont actually have that experience where players will adapt and play accordingly. But its a new group, a new batch, so you know they will learn slowly. The more games they get, they will get better and better, said Gaikwad in the pre-match press conference. Gaikwad also felt conditions at Chepauk could vary depending on the weather, with dew and moisture likely to affect the pitch at night, especially after pitches during the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup turned out to be batting-friendly. Regarding pitches, a lot depends here on the weather. And whatever World Cup games happened, they happened in February. So not much of dew. With the best weather and best conditions, usually the Chennai wicket plays really well. But, at night, sometimes, if there is excessive dew and a bit more moisture in the wicket, it tends to change a bit, especially the second half of the innings. So, not really sure about how it will go this year. We have to adapt accordingly and take the experience. We have seven games, and hopefully, whatever the pitch, we will try to make use of however much ever we can, he said. If the pitch is indeed on the flatter side, Gaikwad stated that young batter Kartik Sharma, who scored 18 from 15 balls on his IPL debut, can come good. Well, really confident with what skill set we have. Kartik is someone who has a really good six-hitting ability. I have not seen many right-handers who have that six-hitting ability. So he is one of the greatest additions to our squad. But, at night, sometimes, if there is excessive dew and a bit more moisture in the wicket, it tends to change a bit, especially the second half of the innings. So, not really sure about how it will go this year. We have to adapt accordingly and take the experience. We have seven games, and hopefully, whatever the pitch, we will try to make use of however much ever we can, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In IPL, there is a lot of pressure from families, media, team members, everyone. So, to cope with that and to just get into that IPL performance mode, it takes time. It is about giving them time. When this batting lineup starts clicking, I think that is the one to look up, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Shreyas Iyer Injury Update: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer will play against Chennai Super Kings on Friday. The PBKS assistant coach has provided a significant update.Big update on Shreyas Iyer's injuryA major update has emerged regarding Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer's injury. He suffe...
NGT dismisses BRS petition against Musi Rejuvenation Project
Hyderabad: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has dismissed the petition filed by Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader P Karthik Reddy against the state governments efforts to further the Musi Riverfront Development Project. Karthik Reddy, who is the in-charge of the BRS in the Rajendranagar Assembly constituency, had lodged a petition with the Chennai bench of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
