Chennai Super Kings, struggling with only two wins, face Punjab Kings at Chepauk in a crucial IPL encounter. CSK’s batting combinations and powerplay woes persist despite MS Dhoni’s return as captain. Punjab Kings, with a stronger position, aim to exploit CSK’s weaknesses, leveraging their in-form bowlers against a demoralized Chennai unit in anticipated warm conditions.
Following their IPL match, Delhi Capitals’ Kuldeep Yadav playfully slapped KKR’s Rinku Singh, both representing Uttar Pradesh, in a friendly exchange. KKR defeated DC by 14 runs, boosting their playoff hopes. KKR’s innings was propelled by Angkrish Raghuvanshi (44) and Rinku Singh (36), while Sunil Narine’s 3/29 restricted DC to 190/9 despite contributions from Faf du Plessis and Axar Patel.
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Delhi Capitals by 14 runs, snapping their three-match winless streak. KKR’s Sunil Narine’s all-round performance and crucial wickets of Axar Patel and Faf du Plessis turned the game. Despite a strong start, KKR’s innings slowed, while DC’s struggles against spin continued, with the visitors’ spinners claiming multiple wickets.
