Asked to bat first, CSK were bundled out for a mere 127, with Jamie Overton emerging as the top-scorer with 43 runs.

Indian batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a 15-ball half-century after an impressive show from the bowlers, setting up an emphatic eight-wicket win for Rajasthan Royals in their IPL opener against a sluggish Chennai Super Kings.

RR vs CSK, IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's destructive knock and a superb bowling performance ensured a massive victory for Rajasthan Royals over Chennai Super Kings.

Sanju Samson is set for an emotional clash against Rajasthan Royals, the side he led and shaped for over a decade, as he turns out for Chennai Super Kings.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped a hint about the team's opening combination for the Indian Premier League edition, revealing he, along with wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson, will open the innings in IPL 2026.

Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have named speedster Spencer Johnson as a replacement for the injured Nathan Ellis for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 202

Former India cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth decided to not include one of Chennai's mega Rs 14.20 crore signings in his preferred playing XI for IPL 2026.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) would be roaring to bounce back and challenge for the title again after finishing 8th in the IPL standings last year.

Chennai Super Kings will play their first match of IPL 2026 against Rajasthan Royals on March 30.

During IPL 2025, MS Dhoni was seen mostly in brief cameo roles during the death overs, making 196 runs from 13 innings.