In the 48th match of IPL 2026 held in Delhi on May 5, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a convincing victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets. Sanju Samson was the star of the match, scoring an impressive 87 runs off 52 balls, helping CSK chase down a target of 156 runs with 15 balls remaining. Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif praised Samson's performance, noting that he initially struggled after joining CSK from Rajasthan Royals but turned his career around with a century. Kaif emphasized that Samson's journey has been challenging, and he is now determined to capitalize on his opportunities. Suresh Raina also commended Samson for his strategic batting and ability to build partnerships, particularly a match-winning 114-run partnership with Kartik Sharma, who contributed 41 runs. This performance underscored CSK's decision to acquire Samson, showcasing his capability to dominate in critical moments.