Hyderabad, April 18 -- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have won the toss and decided to field against the hosts Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a thrilling "Southern Derby" clash at the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

The high-voltage Southern Derby between the two franchises is being played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Saturday.

The five-time champions Super Kings are arriving in this contest after securing two consecutive victories against Delhi Capitals (23 runs) and Kolkata Knight Riders (32 runs). Sunrisers also won their previous contest against the inaugural champions, the Rajasthan Royals, by 57 runs.

Speaking after the toss, CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad indicated that the team prefers chasing on what he termed ...