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In an exciting contest of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made a strong comeback by defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by 23 runs, ending their three-match losing streak in style.
Who Won Yesterdayโs CSK vs DC IPL 2026 Match?
Chennai Super Kings won the match by 23 runs against Delhi Capitals.
CSK successfully defended their total of 212 and showcased an all-round performance with both bat and ball. This victory marked their first win of the Indian Premier League 2026, giving a much-needed boost to their campaign after three consecutive defeats.
Off the mark! ๐#WhistlePodu #CSKvDC pic.twitter.com/sBrO9qgu5e
โ Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 11, 2026
Match Hero: Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson played a captainโs knock, scoring an unbeaten 115 off 56 balls. He reached his century in just 52 deliveries, registering the first hundred of the Indian Premier League 2026. His innings was packed with 15 fours and 4 sixes, leading CSK to a commanding total.
CSK Innings - Dominant with the Bat
CSK posted a massive 212/2 in 20 overs.
- Sanju Samson - 115* (56)
- Ruturaj Gaikwad - 15
- Ayush Mhatre - brilliant fifty
A match-defining partnership between Samson and Mhatre powered CSK past 200 comfortably.
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โ IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 11, 2026
First of #TATAIPL 2026 ๐
First in yellow ๐
Sanju Samson, Take A Bow ๐โโ๏ธ
Updates โถ๏ธ https://t.co/BzGc6O65jX #KhelBindaas | #CSKvDC | @IamSanjuSamson pic.twitter.com/s2Hq1vSMsr
DC Innings - Fell Short Despite Good Start
DC began their chase aggressively but lost wickets at crucial moments.
- KL Rahul & Pathum Nissanka - strong opening
- Tristan Stubbs - 60 runs
- David Miller - 17
DC were eventually restricted to 189, falling short of the target.
CSK vs DC Playing 11
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Playing 11:
1. Sanju Samson, 2. Ruturaj Gaikwad, 3. Ayush Mhatre, 4. Sarfaraz Khan, 5. Shivam Dube, 6. Dewald Brevis, 7. Jamie Overton, 8. Noor Ahmad, 9. Anshul Kamboj, 10. Gurjapneet Singh, 11. Khaleel Ahmed
Delhi Capitals (DC) Playing 11:
1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. KL Rahul (wk), 3. Sameer Rizvi, 4. Axar Patel (c), 5. David Miller, 6. Tristan Stubbs, 7. Aaqib Nabi Dar, 8. Lungi Ngidi, 9. Kuldeep Yadav, 10. T Natarajan, 11. Mukesh Kumar
Final Takeaway
This win could be a turning point for CSK in the Indian Premier League 2026. Sanju Samsonโs match-winning knock lifted the teamโs confidence, while DC will need to address key issues in their middle order and bowling attack to bounce back stronger.
Also Read: CSK vs DC IPL 2026: Top 3 Players Who Can Score the Most Runs
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