LIVEIPL 2026 CSK vs RR LIVE : CSK stand at 108 for the loss of 9 wickets in 18 overs

100 runs on the board for CSK

Sandeep Sharma stays in line, and Jamie Overton cashes in with a boundary as Chennai Super Kings finally bring up 100, albeit for the loss of nine wickets in 17.1 overs.

9 wickets down for CSK

Ravi Bishnoi gets his first and it’s another soft dismissal as Matt Henry holes out straight back to the bowler. A gentle delivery tempts Henry into a push, but he fails to keep it down, offering a simple return catch. Bishnoi makes no mistake and completes a sharp caught-and-bowled.

Archer back in business

Jofra Archer returns to the attack and strikes again as Chennai Super Kings slip further into trouble. Noor Ahmad tries to negotiate the pace and bounce but ends up edging it through to the keeper. Dhruv Jurel completes a safe catch behind the stumps, and CSK are now eight down.

Maiden IPL wicket for Brijesh Sharma

Brijesh Sharma gets his maiden IPL wicket and Chennai Super Kings sink deeper into trouble! It’s a huge moment for the youngster as he traps Kartik Sharma plumb in front. The pressure tells on CSK as Kartik, who was looking to rebuild, is pinned lbw for 18 off 15 balls.

Shivam Dube departs

Ravindra Jadeja strikes again and Shivam Dube departs! It’s the second wicket in the over as Jadeja floats it full and wide of off at 98.2 kph, tempting Dube into the big shot. He looks to go downtown with a lofted hit, but the timing deserts him completely. The ball goes high but not far, and Ravi Bishnoi settles under it at long-off to complete a simple catch.

Jadeja has the last laugh

Ravindra Jadeja gets the breakthrough as Sarfaraz Khan is trapped lbw after a review confirms the on-field call. Jadeja fires in a slower delivery at 89.3 kph, and Sarfaraz gets low for a premeditated sweep, but misses it completely. The ball strikes him high on the right arm, just below the shoulder, prompting a loud appeal. After a brief chat with his partner, Sarfaraz opts for the review. UltraEdge shows no bat involved, and ball-tracking returns three reds, confirming it would have crashed into the stumps.

CSK stand at 51 runs for 4 wickets after 7 overs

Ravi Bishnoi drops it short at 104.4 kph and Kartik Sharma makes him pay in style. Spotting the drag down early, Kartik rocks back and unleashes an aerial pull, timing it sweetly. The ball climbs high into the night sky, carrying comfortably over the boundary for a maximum.

CSK loose their 4th wicket for just 38 runs

Sandeep Sharma strikes with a soft dismissal as Matthew Short departs cheaply. A gentle 122.6 kph length ball on the pads tempts Short into an early flick, but he mistimes it completely, chipping it straight towards midwicket. Yashasvi Jaiswal makes no mistake, completing a simple catch to send him back.

CSK stand at 36/3 after 5 overs

Brijesh Sharma bangs it in short at 130.6 kph and drifts down the leg side, and Sarfaraz Khan is quick to pounce. He swivels into the shot and goes after it with intent, getting enough bat to help it on its way. The ball races fine down the leg side to the boundary for four.

Safraz Khan comes in as the Impact Player

Chennai Super Kings make a tactical move as Sarfaraz Khan comes in as the Impact Player. With early wickets tumbling, CSK turn to Sarfaraz’s aggressive strokeplay and ability to counter-attack under pressure. Safraz Khan hit a four and a six on his arrival on the pitch.

Ayush Mhatre goes for a duck

Nandre Burger has another and Ayush Mhatre is out for a golden duck! A sharp, head-high bouncer gets big on the batter, who attempts an awkward pull and is struck high on the bat or glove. Rajasthan Royals go up in a loud appeal, but the umpire remains unmoved initially. The decision is sent upstairs, and UltraEdge confirms a clear spike as the ball passes the right thumb, indicating a faint glove.

Ruturaj Gaikwad clean bowled by Jofra Archer

Jofra Archer strikes again, and Chennai Super Kings are rocked early as Ruturaj Gaikwad is clean bowled! It’s full, quick and right on the stumps at 143.3 kph, and Gaikwad backs away looking to access the off-side. He moves a touch too far across, completely missing the straight delivery. CSK stand at 19 runs for the loss of 2 wickets.

CSK stand at 14 runs for the loss of 1 wicket in 2 overs

Burger goes straight through the gate with a sharp delivery, and Samson, who had just found the boundary earlier, is beaten all ends up. The ball sneaks past the bat and crashes into the stumps, cutting short his stay at the crease. Samson departs for 6 off 7 balls.

CSK finish the first over with 7 runs for no loss

Jofra Archer goes full and wide of off in the fourth ball, and Sanju Samson responds with a firm drive despite being rooted to the crease, but it’s not quite off the middle. A thick outside edge is found, and the ball flies past the keeper, threading the gap where a slip might have been. It races away towards the third man fence for four, much to Samson’s relief. There was no slip in place, and even if there had been, it looked like it might have just evaded the first slip anyway.

No Dhoni for the first time since 2019

A historic moment unfolds for Chennai Super Kings as they take the field without both MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina for the very first time in their IPL history, marking the end of an era that defined the franchise’s identity. This will be CSK’s 278th match, and remarkably, never before have they played without the iconic duo who were central to their success over the years. The last time Dhoni missed a game dates back to 2019, when CSK faced Mumbai Indians at Chepauk, underlining just how rare his absence has been.

Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI)

Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Ayush Mhatre, Matthew Short, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Matt Henry, Anshul Kamboj, Khaleel Ahmed

Rajasthan Royals (Playing XI)

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Riyan Parag(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma

Toss update

Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings, citing overcast conditions and expected moisture on the surface. Captain Riyan Parag highlighted recent rain as a key factor behind the decision. The pitch, a red-soil surface, is likely to offer extra pace and bounce early on, making conditions favourable for bowlers. With assistance upfront, RR will aim to capitalize in the powerplay and restrict CSK to a manageable total.

Pitch report

The Barsapara Stadium pitch in Guwahati is expected to be batting-friendly with consistent bounce, allowing stroke play once batters settle. However, early movement for pacers is likely due to moisture from recent rain and a covered surface. As the match progresses, the pitch may slow slightly, bringing spinners into play. Dew in the second innings will make chasing easier, as gripping the ball becomes difficult. A score around 170–180 could be competitive.

Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals preview

Chennai Super Kings head into their opener against Rajasthan Royals with major injury concerns, missing MS Dhoni and Dewald Bravis, forcing a reshuffle in their batting order. Ruturaj Gaikwad will need to lead from the front while new inclusions like Matthew Short and Urvil Patel take key roles. Rajasthan Royals, led by Riyan Parag, appear more balanced despite Sam Curran’s absence, with strong contributions expected from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravindra Jadeja. The Guwahati pitch, likely to assist spinners due to moisture, could play a crucial role. Overall, RR hold a slight edge, but CSK’s adaptability will be tested.