The Chennai Super Kings posted 192 runs for the loss of 5 wickets at the end of their 20 overs against the Kolkata Knight Riders. Dewald Brevis and Sanju Samson starred for the hosts as they look to win back-to-back matches in IPL 2026. (Pics: PTI)
Updated On: 2026-04-14 09:26 PM IST
Compiled by : Atharva Upasani
CSK got off to a good start with the in-form Sanju Samson scoring runs again. The Indian star opener scored a century in the last match and continued his good form with another quickfire 48 runs in 32 balls.
After Ruturaj Gaikwad's early dismissal, Ayush Mhatre attacked the KKR bowlers from the first ball. The 18-year-old scored 38 runs in just 17 balls to give CSK a quick start in the powerplay.
In the middle phase of the innings, Dewald Brevis and Sarfaraz Khan built a partnership for the hosts as they continued to mount the pressure on KKR bowlers. Brevis scored 41 runs in 29 deliveries to take CSK to 192/5 after 20 overs.
For KKR, Kartik Tyagi was the best bowler with the figures of 2/35 after his four overs. Sunil Narine impressed as well with 1/21 runs in his four overs.
KKR will have a steep target of 193 runs to chase in their 20 overs. The Ajinkya Rahane-led team are still looking for their first win of the season.
