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Chennai Super Kings will face Punjab Kings in Match 7 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Friday, April 3, at the famous M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This will be Chennai’s first home game of the season, and the team will look to bounce back after losing their opening match. Punjab Kings, meanwhile, will aim to continue their winning start to the tournament.
The Chepauk surface is traditionally known to help spin bowlers, but batters have also enjoyed scoring runs here in recent seasons, making this clash an exciting contest for fans.
CSK Looking for Their First Win
Chennai Super Kings suffered a disappointing defeat in their opening match against Rajasthan Royals. Chennai’s batting lineup struggled badly in that game and the team was bowled out for just 127 runs.
Rajasthan chased the target comfortably and won the match by eight wickets. After that setback, CSK will be eager to register their first win of the IPL 2026 season, especially in front of their home fans.
Punjab Kings Begin with a Victory
On the other hand, Punjab Kings started their campaign with an impressive win against Gujarat Titans.
In that match, Cooper Connolly played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 72 runs on his IPL debut, helping Punjab secure an important victory. Led by captain Shreyas Iyer, the team will aim to maintain their winning momentum.
CSK vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record
Matches between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings have been closely contested over the years.
- Total Matches: 32
- CSK Wins: 16
- PBKS Wins: 16
- Tie: 0
- No Result: 0
With both teams tied in head-to-head records, fans can expect another thrilling encounter.
CSK vs PBKS Predicted Playing 11
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Playing 11:
1. Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), 2. Sanju Samson (WK), 3. Ayush Mhatre, 4. Matthew Short, 5. Shivam Dube, 6. Kartik Sharma, 7. Jamie Overton, 8. Noor Ahmad, 9. Matt Henry, 10. Anshul Kamboj, 11. Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Player: Sarfaraz Khan / Prashant Veer
Punjab Kings (PBKS) Playing 11:
1. Prabhsimran Singh (WK), 2. Priyansh Arya, 3. Cooper Connolly, 4. Shreyas Iyer (C), 5. Nehal Wadhera, 6. Marcus Stoinis, 7. Shashank Singh, 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Xavier Bartlett, 10. Vijaykumar Vyshak, 11. Arshdeep Singh
Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal / Yash Thakur
CSK vs PBKS Match Details
- Match: CSK vs PBKS, Match 7 - IPL 2026
- Date: April 3, 2026
- Day: Friday
- Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Toss Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Match Start Time: 7:30 PM IST
Where to Watch CSK vs PBKS IPL 2026 Live for Free
Cricket fans in India can watch the CSK vs PBKS match through the following platforms:
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports
- Online Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Free Streaming Option
Fans can watch the match for free on the JioHotstar app or website if they have access to eligible telecom plans or promotional offers. The platform allows viewers to stream the IPL live on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smart TVs.
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