Punjab Kings defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in their IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday night.
Chasing a target of 168, Punjab Kings reached 171 for 5 in 19.2 overs, powered by a composed innings from Shashank Singh and a late flourish from Sam Curran.
Earlier, Chennai Super Kings posted 167 for 7, with Ruturaj Gaikwad top-scoring and MS Dhoni adding a quick cameo to lift the total. Punjab’s bowlers, led by Kagiso Rabada, kept the hosts in check.
The victory gave Punjab Kings crucial points in the IPL standings, while Chennai Super Kings suffered their second consecutive defeat at home.
The match showcased Punjab’s balanced performance with both bat and ball, underlining their growing confidence in the tournament.
