In a significant achievement, Sanju Samson (Chennai Super Kings) became the fastest Indian to score 5,000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL), reaching the milestone in 3,555 balls. He is now third overall, following AB de Villiers and David Warner. This record was set during the IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. Despite Samson's earlier century against Mumbai Indians, he scored only 11 runs in this match. Both teams are currently struggling, with CSK and GT having three wins and four losses each from seven matches. The match is crucial for both teams as they aim to improve their standings. Gujarat Titans' captain Shubman Gill expressed confidence in their bowling but acknowledged the need to tighten their middle-order batting. The match is pivotal for both teams as they seek to regain form and momentum.