The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) delivered a disappointing batting performance against the Gujarat Titans on April 26, 2026, managing to score just 50 runs in 12 overs, the slowest in IPL 2026. Their innings began poorly, with Mohammed Siraj restricting them to only one run in the first over. The team's struggles continued as they lost key players, including Sanju Samson and Urvil Patel, early in the match. Ruturaj Gaikwad's unbeaten 74 runs off 60 balls was the highlight for CSK, as he managed to hit six boundaries and four sixes, guiding the team to a total of 158/7. Despite Gaikwad's efforts, the team's slow start was evident, contrasting sharply with the high-scoring nature of recent IPL matches. For the Gujarat Titans, Kagiso Rabada excelled with bowling figures of 3/25, while Arshad Khan contributed with two wickets. CSK's inability to adapt to the pitch conditions led to a series of mishits, ultimately affecting their performance.