DC vs CSK Highlights, IPL 2026: Sanju Samson shines with unbeaten 87 as Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals by 8 wickets
IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: Player of the Match - Sanju Samson
"Yeah, they are calling me Chetta, but I like Sanju more. I think we try to find out what works really well for you and you try to stick to the basics and you trust your hands to do the job in this format. So I think I have been trying to do that for the last two-three months. I have been working a bit on my initial movement and it has been coming off nicely."
"To be very honest, I am always like this. The biggest change is you are seeing me more in the middle now, so I think that's why people are saying he's very calm."
"Honestly sir, I think looking at what we were chasing and how the wicket was behaving, I felt that even if we have like 30-35 runs for no loss or one wicket, we could easily chase it. So I thought even if I take some extra time in the powerplay, with the type of shots which I have, I can capitalise in the middle-overs."
"No. Hundreds are always special, sir. I had to be a bit too selfish to get that. So I thought let's win the game. Coming out, finishing off the game gives you a better satisfaction." - Samson
IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: No fortress, no momentum — Delhi Capitals' season unravels at home
Arun Jaitley Stadium was painted yellow on Tuesday evening. Everywhere the eye went, in every stand that celebrated the best that Delhi has ever produced, a trove of yellow jerseys was unmissable. They were there in groups and in small numbers, but their presence was hard to ignore. At one point, chants of 'Dhoni, Dhoni' rang out.
At the other end, bar a small section of DC Toli, Delhi Capitals fans were conspicuous by their absence. The blue-and-red of the home side had little to show for themselves and little cause to erupt over the course of Match 48 of IPL 2026.
IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: Revived Chennai Super Kings back in control
Chennai Super Kings kept their IPL 2026 campaign alive with a commanding eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals at the Kotla, a result that has dramatically altered the playoff equation for both teams. CSK's disciplined bowling, led by Akeal Hosein, restricted DC to a below-par 155/7 before Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 off 52 ensured a stress-free chase with 15 balls to spare.
IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: 'Mujhe laga achha score hai'
Sanju Samson led the chase as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets in their IPL 2026 match in Delhi on Tuesday.
Chasing 156, Samson stayed not out on 87 off 52 balls, hitting seven fours and six sixes. He batted through the innings as CSK reached the target in 17.3 overs, improving their net run-rate.
Delhi Capitals, who chose to bat first on a surface that was not easy early on, were restricted to 155 for seven.
IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: CSK's disciplined bowling and Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 brush aside DC
There are very few sports teams that look as out of place in home conditions as Delhi Capitals do at the Ferozeshah Kotla. For the second match in a row here, the Capitals brought their unsure and inept batting forward to post 155/7 for Chennai Super Kings to chase it down with eight wickets and 15 balls to spare on Tuesday evening.
Not for nothing that the local crowd invariably supports the visiting teams. The stadium turned yellow in favour of CSK despite MS Dhoni not even travelling for the game.
CSK vs DC, IPL 2026: CSK finding momentum at the perfect time
Just a few weeks ago, Chennai Super Kings looked completely out of rhythm in IPL 2026. Now, they suddenly appear to be peaking at exactly the right moment. Their win over Delhi Capitals was their third victory in four matches and moved them to 10 points from 10 games.
Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the dressing room always believed they were closer to success than results suggested earlier in the season. According to him, CSK simply needed momentum and confidence to start clicking as a unit.
Gaikwad especially praised Sanju Samson's impact, calling him the "backbone" of the batting lineup. The skipper also highlighted the importance of bowlers like Akeal Hosein, Jamie Overton and Anshul Kamboj, who have quietly performed important roles throughout the campaign.
CSK vs DC, IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals staring at elimination after another home defeat
Delhi Capitals' campaign is rapidly falling apart, and Tuesday night's defeat against Chennai Super Kings may prove to be a turning point in their season. The loss was their sixth in 10 matches and continued a disastrous run at home.
Since the start of IPL 2025, DC have managed only two wins in 10 completed matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Their batting struggles at home have become a major concern.
With only eight points from 10 matches and a terrible net run rate of -0.949, Delhi now face a must-win scenario in almost every remaining game if they want to stay alive in the playoff race.
CSK vs DC, IPL 2026: CSK's bowlers set up another crucial win
While Sanju Samson grabbed headlines with the bat, Chennai Super Kings' bowlers laid the platform for victory against Delhi Capitals on a difficult Delhi surface. The pitch offered grip, uneven bounce and enough assistance for spinners, and CSK exploited those conditions perfectly.
Akeal Hosein started things brilliantly by dismissing KL Rahul and conceding just 19 runs from his four overs. Noor Ahmad then turned the screws in the middle overs, removing Karun Nair and Nitish Rana with clever variations and sharp spin.
CSK vs DC, IPL 2026: 'I like Sanju more' - Samson reacts after another match-winning knock
Sanju Samson once again proved why Chennai Super Kings invested heavily in him this season. After guiding CSK to a comfortable win over Delhi Capitals with an unbeaten 87, Samson opened up on his batting rhythm, mindset and calmness at the crease.
Speaking after the match, Samson smiled when asked about fans calling him "Chetta." He replied, "Yeah, they are calling me Chetta, but I like Sanju more."
The knock also continued his remarkable trend this season. In CSK wins, Samson has now scored 362 runs at an astonishing average of 181 and a strike rate touching 180.
CSK vs DC, IPL 2026: Sanju Samson anchors CSK to massive win in Delhi
Chennai Super Kings continued their late surge in IPL 2026 with a commanding eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing 156 on a tricky surface, CSK got home comfortably in 17.3 overs thanks to a masterclass from Sanju Samson, who remained unbeaten on 87 off 52 balls.
Kartik Sharma also played a mature hand, staying unbeaten on 41 off 31 balls. The pair stitched together an unbeaten 114-run stand that completely took the game away from Delhi.
The victory takes CSK to 10 points from 10 games and keeps them firmly alive in the playoff race. Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, are now under massive pressure with only four wins in 10 matches.
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Moving on - Right then, that is it from this rather one-sided affair, where Chennai Super Kings got the crucial two points while Delhi Capitals left empty-handed. The action now moves to Hyderabad, where two in-form sides coming off losses, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings, face off at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on 6th May, Wednesday. The game is set to begin at 7.30 pm (2 pm GMT), and as always, you can join us early for all the build-up. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
PLAYER OF THE MATCH - It is Sanju Samson for his unbeaten, match-winning knock of 87 runs off 52 balls. He says that the fans call him Chetta, but he likes Sanju more. Samson says that they always try to find out what works best, and he has improved a bit on his initial movement over the past few years. He adds that he is always calm, and that his game plan was to capitalise in the middle overs, and it worked for them this time.
The skipper of the Chennai Super Kings - Ruturaj Gaikwad says that even after the second and third games, the talk within the group was always positive. Mentions that they have pretty much covered all bases as a team, highlighting the strength added by Sanju Samson coming in and the middle order they possess. Gaikwad feels that they just needed a couple of wins to build momentum. Ruturaj says Sanju Samson is the backbone of their batting unit.
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A quick chat - CSK's Kartik Sharma says he really enjoyed the partnership with Sanju Samson. Mentions that the spinners got some help, with the ball stopping and turning a bit. Kartik says that they knew it wasn't a big total, so they could take their time. Shares that Sanju Samson told him to play his natural game.
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Inconsistent bowling cost DC - Delhi Capitals made a promising start, with Lungi Ngidi striking early and restricting Chennai Super Kings to 44/1 in the Powerplay. However, they failed to build on that momentum. While Axar was impressive with 1/25, Kuldeep Yadav and T Natarajan proved expensive and allowed the pressure to slip.
DC fight back to go past 150 - Earlier in the game, Delhi Capitals were in deep trouble at 69/5 but fought back brilliantly to post a competitive total, with Tristan Stubbs and Impact Sub Sameer Rizvi adding a crucial 65-run stand. Rizvi top-scored with a quick 40 off 24.
A match-defining stand seals it for CSK - It was not a daunting target for Chennai Super Kings, but they were dealt an early blow yet again with the loss of their skipper in the Powerplay. Sanju Samson, though, carried on his fine form, blending composure with calculated aggression. The defining moment came through the unbeaten 114-run stand between Samson and Kartik Sharma, a partnership that effectively shut the door on Delhi Capitals.
Super Kings march on - Chennai Super Kings have completed the double over Delhi Capitals, with Sanju Samson once again playing a key role in their success, as they extend their already strong head-to-head record to 21-12 against the home side. Delhi Capitals slump to their fourth defeat in the last five games.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 159/2 (17.3 overs)
T Natarajan to Kartik Sharma, FOUR! Kartik Sharma finishes the game off with authority! A bit short, on off and middle. Sharma stands tall and gets on top of the bounce. He thumps it hard and wide of the mid on fielder to his left for a boundary to seal the win. Chennai ace a tricky chase in Delhi. CSK win by 8 wickets with 15 balls to spare.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 155/2 (17.2 overs)
T Natarajan to Kartik Sharma, SIX! High and long enough! On the off stump, on a good length. Kartik Sharma stays deep in the crease with an open stance. He goes down the ground, and gets enough bat to clear the long on fielder. The scores are level.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 149/2 (17.1 overs)
T Natarajan to Kartik Sharma, Skidding through, fractionally short, just outside the off pole. Kartik Sharma crouches for the pull but misses. The ball sneaks just past the off stump.
Mitchell Starc finishes his spell with figures of 4-0-30-0. Just 7 needed now. Chennai Super Kings will try to finish the game in this over. T Natarajan comes into the attack.
Mitchell Starc to Sanju Samson, Just out of reach! Full and at the sticks from around the wicket. Samson swings through the line of the ball. He slices it over mid off. Axar Patel turns around and goes after it but the ball drops out of his reach. Two runs taken.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 147/2 (16.5 overs)
Mitchell Starc to Kartik Sharma, Drifting onto the pads, bowled on a length. Kartik nurdles it behind square leg and turns the strike over. 9 more needed for CSK.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 146/2 (16.4 overs)
Mitchell Starc to Sanju Samson, Low full toss, outside off. Samson extends his hands and carves it to deep point. They cross.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 145/2 (16.3 overs)
Mitchell Starc to Kartik Sharma, Hits the back of a length, on off, Sharma hangs on the back foot and dabs it in front of backward point. With this single, the 100-run stand comes up between this pair.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 144/2 (16.2 overs)
Mitchell Starc to Kartik Sharma, FOUR! Up and over! Starc goes searching for the yorker but misses the mark by a small margin. Kartik Sharma gets the leverage to get under the ball. He winds up and goes inside out over cover for a boundary.
DC vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2026: 140/2 (16.1 overs)
Mitchell Starc to Kartik Sharma, Nails the yorker, outside the off stump. Kartik Sharma gets his bat down and angles it to the right of deep third with an open bat face for a couple of runs.
Strategic Break! Chennai Super Kings are in the driver's seat now, and they can now even think about finishing things quickly to help their NRR. Sanju Samson is batting like a dream, while Kartik Sharma has played the perfect supporting role. Delhi Capitals will need a miracle. Here is Mitchell Starc to bowl now.
Lungi Ngidi to Sanju Samson, Another slower one, outside off, Sanju Samson pushes it to the left of the bowler. Just 18 needed from the final 4 overs now.