Former champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT) find themselves in a mid-table battle in the Indian Premier League with three wins and four losses each, resulting in six points for both teams. With Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Rajasthan Royals threatening to pull ahead in the points table, both CSK and GT are feeling the pressure to secure victories.
Originally scheduled to be played on May 21, the fixture between CSK and GT was rescheduled due to municipal corporation elections in Gujarat. CSK, with a +0.118 Net Run Rate, sits at fifth place while GT is in seventh place with a -0.790 NRR.
CSK comes into the match with momentum after a significant victory over Mumbai Indians. Sanju Samson, fresh off a century, poses a threat for GT, but will face a challenge from Rashid Khan’s spin bowling. GT’s bowling lineup, led by Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj, will aim to break through CSK’s top order early on.
GT’s middle-order struggles have been a concern, with the team having the second-worst average runs per wicket between positions five and eight. Anshul Kamboj, the Purple Cap holder with 14 wickets, leads CSK’s bowling attack.
The pitch at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is expected to assist spinners as the game progresses. With dew not a factor, the team winning the toss may choose to defend their total on the turning track.
As CSK and GT face off, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory to move up the points table in the IPL. Published on Apr 25, 2026.
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