Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar suggests that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) need to enhance their overseas bowling and batting depth following their exit from IPL 2026 after a defeat to the Gujarat Titans. This loss marked CSK’s third consecutive season without making it to the playoffs, finishing with just six wins out of 14 matches. GT dominated the game, scoring 229/4 with notable performances from B Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler, while CSK could only manage 140 runs in 13.4 overs.
Bangar emphasizes the importance for CSK to bolster their overseas players and fast-bowling resources for the upcoming season. He highlights the necessity for a more consistent performance from their foreign batters and a stronger pace attack. Throughout the season, CSK struggled to find a stable overseas combination, leading to a lack of firepower in batting under pressure and inconsistent bowling displays during crucial moments.
The challenges persisted in the match against GT, where CSK’s bowlers conceded 229 runs, and the team found themselves at 31/3 within the first three overs of their chase. Bangar stresses the urgency for CSK to recruit experienced overseas talents capable of making an immediate impact in vital games. He underlines the significance of identifying players who can deliver in crucial situations as a priority for the team’s progress.
Despite the setbacks, CSK witnessed promising performances from Indian players like Sanju Samson, who led the batting unit, and emerging talents such as Urvil Patel and Anshul Kambhoj during the season.
