Chennai Super Kings’ captain Ruturaj Gaikwad will be reflecting on their recent performance as they gear up for their first home game of the season against Punjab Kings on Friday. The team suffered a disappointing loss to Rajasthan Royals, being bowled out for just 127 runs and losing the match with ample overs to spare.
Meanwhile, Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, showed promise in their opening match against Gujarat Titans. Despite a middle-order collapse, new recruit Cooper Connolly held his nerve to guide the team to victory.
The upcoming match between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings will take place at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on April 2, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM IST. The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
Viewers in India can catch the live broadcast of the match on the Star Sports Network, while the live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
The squads for both teams include key players like MS Dhoni, Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer, Marcus Stoinis, and Yuzvendra Chahal. The match promises to be an exciting clash between two strong teams in the IPL 2026 season.
Published on Apr 03, 2026.
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