Ruturaj Gaikwad Fined for Slow Over-Rate in IPL 2026 Match Against Gujarat Titans
IPL 2026: CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad penalised for slow over-rate vs GT

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Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has been fined ₹24 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans, which CSK lost by 89 runs. This defeat eliminated CSK from playoff contention, marking a disappointing end to their season.
- 01The match took place on May 21 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
- 02This was CSK's second slow over-rate offence of the season, leading to the fine.
- 03The IPL Code of Conduct Article 2.22 was cited for the penalty imposed on Gaikwad.
- 04The rest of the CSK playing XI, including the Impact Player, will also face fines of ₹6 lakh or 25% of their match fees.
- 05Gujarat Titans' victory secured their place in the top two of the IPL 2026 points table.
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has been fined ₹24 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans (GT) on May 21 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This match ended in a disappointing 89-run defeat for CSK, which eliminated them from playoff contention. The fine was imposed as this was CSK's second slow over-rate offence of the season, as per Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct. In addition to Gaikwad's fine, the rest of the playing XI, including the designated Impact Player, will incur penalties ranging from ₹6 lakh to 25% of their match fees, whichever is lower. The Gujarat Titans showcased a dominant performance throughout the match, securing their position in the top two of the points table and enhancing their prospects for a favorable playoff route. This loss for CSK capped off a disappointing season, as the five-time champions struggled to maintain consistency and ultimately fell short of their playoff aspirations.
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The fine and penalties may affect the morale and financial aspects of the CSK team, especially after their disappointing season.
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