CSK Secures First Win of IPL 2026 Against DC with Samson's Stellar Century
IPL 2026 - CSK vs DC - Sanju Samson and Jamie Overton deliver first points for CSK
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 23 runs in their IPL 2026 match, thanks to Sanju Samson's explosive 115 not out and Jamie Overton's impressive bowling performance of 4 for 18. CSK posted 212 runs, which proved too challenging for DC, who managed only 189.
- 01Sanju Samson scored an unbeaten 115 runs off 52 balls, leading CSK to a total of 212.
- 02Jamie Overton took 4 wickets for 18 runs, crucial in restricting DC's chase.
- 03Ayush Mhatre contributed a solid 59 runs before retiring out.
- 04Tristan Stubbs was the top scorer for DC with 60 runs off 38 balls.
- 05CSK's victory marked their first points in the IPL 2026 season.
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 encounter, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) triumphed over Delhi Capitals (DC) by 23 runs. CSK set a formidable target of 212 runs, bolstered by Sanju Samson's remarkable 115 not out from just 52 balls, which included nine fours. Ayush Mhatre also played a key role with 59 runs before retiring out. Despite a strong start from DC's openers, including Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul, who quickly raced past fifty, CSK's bowlers turned the tide. Jamie Overton was particularly effective, taking 4 wickets for 18 runs, including that of top-scorer Tristan Stubbs, who managed 60 runs. This victory marks a significant start for CSK in the tournament, earning them their first points of the season.
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