CSK vs PBKS IPL 2026 live from Chennai
The stage is set for a blockbuster clash as the Chennai Super Kings clash with the Punjab Kings in the IPL 2026 game at the MA Chidambaram Stadium today.
Chennai Super Kings is coming off a huge loss against Rajasthan Royals in the first game of IPL 2026. They will look to gain momentum with a home advantage at Chepauk, but face a tough test against the Punjab Kings, who dominated the opening game against the Gujarat Titans.
Stay tuned for ball‑by‑ball updates, key moments, and instant highlights from this high‑stakes CSK vs PBKS encounter.
Priyansh Arya is POTM today
Priyansh Arya wins the Player of the Match award today for his 39 off 11 balls knock.
"I am a little like this from when I was young, and because it benefits the team, I play in this fashion. There is a risk but I have belief in myself that I can hit the first ball. (Step-up from state leagues to the IPL) There is a bit of difference because the bowlers are experienced, and it helps to have belief in myself. I do two sessions of batting each day, and those sessions are for 1-1.5 hours each. I love batting. My family background is of teachers, and my sister is also a teacher. Sometimes I think I could have been a teacher too. (On if he will become a teacher now) Absolutely no chance now (smiles)."
Ruturaj Gaikwad on CSK's defeat
"You know, the batting came out really well. Ayush batted brilliantly. You know, to have him, have him that confidence going ahead in the season and definitely Shivam batted really well. So yeah, batting wise, we had good confidence. You know, bowling, yes, definitely a lot to improve. (on his batting) I'm feeling good. You know, it is just about adapting to a role, whatever is needed for the team. Today I felt, you know, maybe just stick around a little bit since the wicket was gripping a little bit. So I thought, you know, the set batter Ayush was going really well. So I thought just hang in there a bit and then after that you can cash in. But unfortunately got out at the wrong time."
Punjab Kings WIN!!!
No late drama in Chennai as Shashank Singh and Marcus Stoinis stay calm to finish the job in the 19th over. Both players find a four each off Anhsul Kamboj to lead Punjab Kings to a dominant five-wicket win.
Back-to-back wins for Punjab Kings and two defeats in two games for Chennai Super Kings.
CSK - 209/5 in 20 overs
PBKS - 210/5 in 19.4 overs
Punjab Kings won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
Nehal Wadhera OUT!!!
Back-to-back wickets fallen as Matt Henry dismisses Nehal Wadhera on the very first ball of the 18th over. However, Shashank Singh and new batter Marcus Stoinis keep Punjab Kings ahead with a four each in the over.
PBKS - 198/5 in 18 overs
Punjab Kings need 12 runs in 12 balls to win the game
Shreyas Iyer OUT!!!
Shreyas Iyer walks out, but not before hitting his fifty and ensuring Punjab Kings' win. Anshul Kamboj removes PBKS captain, but it's too late for the hosts to make a comeback.
Iyer scored 50 off 29 balls. Shashank Singh is the next batter.
PBKS - 186/4 in 17 overs
Punjab Kings need 24 runs off 18 balls to win the game
Another big over for PBKS
Nehal Wadhera also contributes as he blasts Rahul Chahar for a huge six over long on. Punjab Kings are now in a comfortable position to win this game.
Shreyas Iyer - 42 off 22 balls
Nehal Wadhera - 10 off 8 balls
PBKS - 177/3 in 16 overs
Punjab Kings need 33 runs off 24 balls
Shreyas Iyer goes big against Rahul Chahar
Captain Shreyas Iyer is now leading by example as he smashes Rahul Chahar for two sixes in an over to shift the momentum in Punjab Kings' favor again.
Shreyas Iyer - 19 off 10 balls
Nehal Wadhera - 1 off 2 balls
PBKS - 143/3 in 13 overs
Punjab Kings need 67 runs off 42 balls
Connolly puts Punjab Kings ahead
Cooper Connolly is playing another potential match-winning knock. The young Australian has smashed two fours off Noor Ahmad to take Punjab Kings slightly ahead in the game.
Cooper Connolly - 27 off 18 balls
Shreyas Iyer - 3 off 4 balls
PBKS - 117/2 in 11 overs
Punjab Kings need 93 runs off 54 balls
Connolly takes PBKS past 100
Cooper Connolly is getting into the game slowly, bringing up PBKS' century with a four off Rahul Chahar. A game is balanced after 10 overs.
Cooper Connolly - 15 off 13 balls
Shreyas Iyer - 2 off 2 balls
PBKS - 103/2 in 10 overs
Punjab Kings need 107 runs off 60 balls
Prabhsimran Singh OUT!!!
Prabhsimran Singh gets run out against the play in a big breakthrough for Chennai Super Kings. A big mix-up in the middle leaves Punjab Kings fans shaking their heads.
Prabhsimran scored 43 runs off 34 balls. Shreyas Iyer joins Connolly in the middle.
PBKS - 95/2 in 9 overs
Punjab Kings need 115 runs in 66 balls to win the game
Khaleel Ahmed keeps CSK alive in the game
Khaleel Ahmed bowls a brilliant sixth over to keep CSK alive in the game. He bowls four dot balls to stop the run flow at some extent.
Cooper Connolyy - 0 off 2 balls
Prabhsimran Singh - 25 off 23 balls
PBKS - 68/0 in 6 overs
Punjab Kings need 142 runs off 84 balls