CSK vs RR IPL 2026 Match Highlights: Rajasthan Royals Win By 8 Wickets

RR continued their dominant chase after 8 overs. In the 9th over, they reached 100-2, with boundaries flowing despite Dhruv Jurel’s dismissal. By the end of the 10th over, RR were cruising at 106-2, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag rotating strike comfortably. The 11th over saw a few big hits, including a six from Parag, taking the score to 115-2. In the 12th over, Jaiswal smashed a six to bring the target within touching distance, and RR eventually finished at 127-2 in 12.1 overs, sealing an emphatic 8-wicket win.

Khaleel Ahmed kept things relatively tight in the fourth over, conceding just a few runs, though Yashasvi Jaiswal managed to find a boundary. At the end of 4 overs, RR were cruising at 40/0, firmly in control of the chase.

Rajasthan Royals got off to a flying start in the chase, scoring freely against Matt Henry. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi led the charge with a six and a boundary, while Yashasvi Jaiswal also found the fence. At the end of the first over, RR raced to 18/0, making an aggressive start.

Can CSK Spring a surprise? 

Jamie Overton provided a late flourish, smashing a six and rotating strike before a mix-up led to his run-out for 43. The final moments saw CSK lose their last wicket, ending their innings. CSK were bowled out for 127 in 19.4 overs, after a late push but an overall disappointing batting performance.

CSK picked up some late runs in the 19th over, with Anshul Kamboj hitting a boundary and benefiting from a no-ball. The pair added useful runs with singles to keep the scoreboard ticking. At the end of 19 overs, CSK reached 118/9, showing some late resistance.

CSK inched closer to the 100-run mark in the 17th over, with Jamie Overton managing a boundary off Jofra Archer. However, scoring remained difficult as they reached 99/9 after 17 overs. In the 18th over, Overton showed some resistance, hitting a boundary early as CSK crossed the 100-run mark. With a few singles added, they moved to 108/9 after 18 overs, still struggling to post a competitive total.

Ravi Bishnoi added to CSK’s misery in the 16th over, dismissing Matt Henry with a simple return catch. The rest of the over was extremely tight, with hardly any runs coming. At the end of 16 overs, CSK were struggling at 94/9, on the verge of being bowled out.

CSK’s innings continued to fall apart between overs 12 and 15 as RR bowlers dominated proceedings. In the 12th over, they moved to 79/7, with Ravindra Jadeja keeping things tight. Jofra Archer struck again in the 13th over, removing Noor Ahmad and reducing CSK to 82/8, putting them on the brink of a collapse. Nandre Burger maintained pressure in the 14th over, conceding just a few runs as CSK crawled to 86/8. In the 15th over, Brijesh Sharma kept it controlled despite a streaky boundary from Matt Henry, as CSK reached 93/8 after 15 overs, still struggling to put up a competitive total.

Brijesh Sharma struck a key blow in the 11th over, trapping Kartik Sharma LBW to further dent CSK’s innings. The rest of the over remained quiet, with the batters struggling to score freely. At the end of 11 overs, CSK slipped to 74/7, with RR tightening their grip on the match.

Jadeja making an impact straight away! 

CSK found some relief in the 10th over as Jamie Overton took on Ravindra Jadeja, smashing a six to ease the pressure. Apart from that, Jadeja kept things under control with disciplined bowling. At the halfway stage, CSK reached 70/6 after 10 overs, still struggling to recover.

Ravi Bishnoi kept things tight in the ninth over, conceding only a handful of runs as CSK struggled to rebuild. Kartik Sharma and Jamie Overton rotated the strike but couldn’t find boundaries. At the end of 9 overs, CSK were 62/6, still under heavy pressure.

Ravindra Jadeja turned the game further in RR’s favour with a brilliant over, picking up two crucial wickets. He first dismissed Sarfaraz Khan via LBW and later removed Shivam Dube, despite a six in between. CSK continued to collapse, slipping to 57/6 after 8 overs, with RR firmly in control.

CSK finally found some momentum in the seventh over as Kartik Sharma took on Ravi Bishnoi, finishing the over with a six. Both batters rotated strike well and added valuable runs. At the end of 7 overs, CSK moved to 51/4, showing signs of recovery after a shaky start.

Rajasthan Royals continued their dominance in the sixth over as Sandeep Sharma struck to dismiss Matthew Short cheaply, leaving CSK in deeper trouble. The over remained tight, with only a few runs coming through. At the end of the powerplay, CSK were struggling at 41/4 after 6 overs, firmly under pressure from RR’s disciplined bowling.

CSK struggled to build momentum in the fifth over, managing just a few runs as Brijesh Sharma kept things tight. Despite the pressure, Sarfaraz Khan ended the over with a boundary to keep the scoreboard moving. At the end of 5 overs, CSK reached 36/3, with RR firmly in control.

CSK’s troubles deepened in the third over as Jofra Archer bowled Ruturaj Gaikwad for 6, leaving them struggling at 19/2 after 3 overs. Archer kept things tight, striking at a crucial moment to put RR firmly on top. The fourth over saw more drama, with Nandre Burger striking again on the first ball to dismiss Ayush Mhatre for a duck. CSK slipped to 30/3 after 4 overs, although Sarfaraz Khan provided a brief counterattack with a quick boundary and a six.

CSK made a cautious start, reaching 7/0 after the first over, with Jofra Archer troubling the batters early. Sanju Samson managed a boundary via an edge, but there were a few close calls as the ball moved around. Rajasthan struck in the second over through Nandre Burger, who bowled a superb delivery to clean up Samson for 6. With swing on offer and tricky conditions, CSK slipped to 14/1 after 2 overs, as RR made an early impact.

Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad open innings for CSK, Jofra Archer has the new ball for RR! Let’s play!

Rajasthan Royals have won the toss and opted to bowl first. 

Good news from Guwahati — the skies are finally clearing! The rain has eased, all the covers are off, and we’re set for the toss at 19:05 IST.

After all the weather drama around the RR vs CSK IPL 2026 clash, things are now moving quickly, with the super-sopper having done its job. Fingers crossed, we get a full game without further interruptions.

The stage is set! 

New era begins for Rajasthan! 

Sanju is ready to roar for the Kings! 

Prashant Veer, similar to Jadeja, bowls quick, skiddy deliveries into right-handers and is also capable of operating in the powerplay. Despite limited T20 experience, CSK see potential in him to step up to the higher level. He is also known in domestic cricket for his ability to hit big shots down the order.

With Dhoni unavailable due to injury, Samson is likely to take on wicketkeeping duties and open the innings alongside Gaikwad. The No. 3 position remains uncertain, with Ayush Mhatre, Urvil Patel, and Sarfaraz Khan all in the mix. A fresh-looking XI could see Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer making their debuts. In the bowling unit, Noor and Henry are expected to be automatic picks, while the team may choose between Akeal Hosein’s spin and Jamie Overton’s pace based on the conditions in Guwahati.

With Sam Curran ruled out due to injury, Rajasthan Royals must choose between Donovan Ferreira and Dasun Shanaka to fill the all-rounder role. They also face a decision in the bowling department, selecting either left-arm pacer Nandre Burger or Adam Milne, who has reportedly regained fitness after his recent injury setback.

The Baraspara Cricket Stadium usually favors chasing teams, as dew in the second innings makes batting easier and helps the ball come nicely onto the bat under lights. The pitch is expected to be good for batting, with decent bounce and carry. While batters can score freely, bowlers must stay accurate, as any loose deliveries could be punished. Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first, and a high-scoring game can be expected.

Chennai Super Kings head into IPL 2026 looking to bounce back from a poor 2025 campaign. The five-time champions will miss MS Dhoni, signalling a new phase for the team, with Sanju Samson likely to take over wicketkeeping duties. CSK will aim to reset with a fresh mindset, relying on their trademark experience and calmness under pressure. They’ll be eager to put last season behind them and begin on a strong note. Quick adaptation and smart use of resources will be key, and a win against RR could give them the momentum for a better season.

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