Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans Pitch Report: The 37th match of IPL 2026 will be played between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans on April 26 at 3:30 PM (IST) at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Let's take a look at the pitch report for this afternoon's IPL match.
Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans (CSK vs GT) Match Details:
- League: Indian Premier League 2026
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Date: April 26, 2026
- Start Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Teams: Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans
CSK vs GT Match Previews
Chennai Super Kings delivered a stellar performance in their previous match, registering a massive 103-run victory over Mumbai Indians. Batting first, Chennai's batsmen displayed excellent form to post a formidable total of 207 runs. In reply, the Mumbai Indians were bundled out for a mere 104 runs. Chennai's top order appeared to be in magnificent rhythm; Sanju Samson led the charge with a brilliant innings of 101 runs, while Dewald Brevis made a crucial contribution by smashing a quickfire 21 runs off just 11 balls. On the bowling front, Akeal Hosein proved to be the most successful bowler, claiming four wickets.
The previous match proved to be a disappointing outing for Gujarat Titans, as they suffered a five-wicket defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bangalore. Batting first, Gujarat posted a challenging total of 205 runs, but Bangalore successfully chased down the target in just 18.5 overs.
Gujarat's Sai Sudharsan provided the team with a flying start by smashing a magnificent century. Shubman Gill also played a solid innings of 32 runs, while Jason Holder helped propel the team's total past the 200-run mark with a brisk 23 runs off just 10 balls. Among the bowlers, Rashid Khan impressed by taking two wickets, while Mohammed Siraj, Jason Holder, and Manav Suthar claimed one wicket each.
CSK vs GT, MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
GT vs CSK Match Pitch Report: For the CSK vs GT IPL 2026 match, the pitch at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) is a balanced, slightly batsman-friendly red-soil strip that also offers considerable assistance to spinners, particularly during the middle overs.
- This wicket is composed of red soil, designed to provide good bounce and grip rather than excessive turn; consequently, fast bowlers may find some movement early on, while spinners tend to dominate during the middle overs.
- Due to the Chennai heat (which hovers around 33–34°C), the pitch will dry out during the first innings—initially offering more turn and brisk bounce—but it typically slows down later, making batting difficult when chasing a target.
- Recent IPL averages at Chepauk now hover around 165–175 in the first innings, with average scores frequently falling within the 175–185 range; if the top order performs well, a score exceeding 200 is certainly achievable.
- Several scores exceeding 200 have been witnessed at the stadium during IPL 2026, demonstrating that batsmen who rotate the strike and target the shorter boundaries can score freely once they have settled in.
MA Chidambaram Stadium Records and Stats In IPL
| Total matches: | 94 | |
| Batting first won: | 53 | |
| Bowling first won: | 41 | |
| No Result: | 00 | |
| Matches Tied: | 00 | |
| 1st inn avg score: | 170 | |
| 2nd inn avg score: | 155 | |
| Highest Total: | 246/5 | |
| Lowest Total: | 70/10 | |
| Highest Chased: | 210/5 |
CSK vs GT Match Playing 11
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Possible Playing 11: 1. Ruturaj Gaikwad(C), 2. Sanju Samson(WK), 3. Sarfaraz Khan, 4. Dewald Brevis, 5. Shivam Dube, 6. Kartik Sharma, 7. Jamie Overton, 8. Noor Ahmad, 9. Gurjapneet Singh, 10. Anshul Kamboj, 11. Mukesh Choudhary
Gujarat Titans (GT) Possible Playing 11: 1. Shubman Gill(C), 2. Sai Sudharsan, 3. Jos Buttler(WK), 4. Washington Sundar, 5. Jason Holder, 6. Shahrukh Khan, 7. Rahul Tewatia, 8. Manav Suthar, 9. Rashid Khan, 10. Mohammed Siraj, 11. Kagiso Rabada
