Sanju Samson Shines as CSK Defeats Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026
IPL 2026 DC vs CSK - Gaikwad 'Samson is the backbone of CSK's batting'
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Delhi Capitals by eight wickets, thanks to Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87. Ruturaj Gaikwad praised Samson as the backbone of CSK's batting, highlighting his crucial contributions this season. CSK is currently sixth in the IPL 2026 standings, aiming for a higher position in upcoming matches against Lucknow Super Giants.
- 01Sanju Samson scored an unbeaten 87, marking his third score of 80+ in IPL 2026.
- 02Ruturaj Gaikwad described Samson as the backbone of CSK's batting lineup.
- 03CSK is currently sixth in the IPL standings with ten points from six matches.
- 04Samson's strong form continues after being named player of the tournament in the 2026 T20 World Cup.
- 05CSK's next matches are against bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants on May 10 and May 15.
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In a commanding performance, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Delhi Capitals by eight wickets in IPL 2026, with Sanju Samson leading the charge with an impressive unbeaten 87. After the match, Ruturaj Gaikwad praised Samson, stating he is the 'backbone' of CSK's batting lineup, especially following his standout performance in the recent T20 World Cup, where he was named player of the tournament. This season, Samson has scored over 80 runs three times, and CSK has won every match where he has crossed the 40-run mark. Currently, CSK sits sixth in the standings with ten points from six games, just two points behind teams in the playoff contention. They are set to face the bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants in their next two matches, which could be pivotal for their playoff hopes.
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CSK's performance boosts their chances for playoff qualification, which is crucial for fans and stakeholders.
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