Chennai Super Kings’ pacer, Anshul Kamboj, expressed confidence in his team’s ability to chase down Lucknow Super Giants’ target of 203 runs. Kamboj described the pitch at Chepauk as slightly slow but with good bounce, stating that they can successfully pursue the total. Despite Lucknow Super Giants’ strong start, Chennai Super Kings’ bowlers, including Kamboj, managed to pull things back in the middle overs.
LSG’s aggressive start, led by Josh Inglis’s quick 85 off 33 balls, was countered by CSK’s bowlers like Noor Ahmad and Jamie Overton, who slowed down the run rate. Kamboj, though expensive, took crucial wickets, bringing his IPL 2026 tally to 19 wickets in 11 matches. Reflecting on the turnaround in the middle overs, Kamboj emphasized the importance of regaining control after a tough start.
Anshul Kamboj also shared insights into his bowling strategy, particularly when bowling around the wicket to right-handed batsmen. He highlighted the significance of understanding the batsmen’s movements around the crease. Chennai Super Kings, aiming for a playoff spot, have not successfully chased a target over 180 since 2019. However, a successful chase against Lucknow Super Giants would boost their points and playoff aspirations.
