Sanju Samson’s brilliant unbeaten 115 runs and Jamie Overton’s impressive 4-18 bowling performance led Chennai Super Kings to a convincing 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2026 match at MA Chidambaram Stadium. Samson, known for his T20 World Cup heroics, scored a century off 56 balls, including 15 fours and four sixes, helping CSK reach a formidable total of 212/2. He also became the first wicketkeeper-batter to hit an IPL century for CSK and joined KL Rahul in scoring hundreds for three different IPL franchises.
Despite a strong start in their chase, Delhi Capitals faltered as CSK’s bowlers, especially Overton with his 4-18, took crucial wickets at key moments. Tristan Stubbs fought valiantly with a 60 off 38 balls, but DC fell short and were bowled out for 189 in 20 overs. This win ended CSK’s losing streak and marked their first points in the tournament. Samson’s partnership with Ayush Mhatre, who contributed 59 runs, set the tone for CSK’s dominant performance, with contributions from other players like Shivam Dube and Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Chasing the target, DC’s Nissanka and Rahul showed promise early on, but CSK’s bowlers turned the game in their favor with timely breakthroughs. Despite efforts from Stubbs and others, DC struggled to keep up with the required run rate. Overton’s crucial wickets and Kamboj’s 3-35 ensured CSK’s victory as they successfully defended their total. The match saw some exciting moments, with both teams showcasing their skills, but CSK emerged victorious with a well-rounded performance.
