India, March 31 -- Chennai Super Kings endured a forgettable start to their IPL 2026 campaign, being bowled out for just 127 and losing heavily to Rajasthan Royals with 7.5 overs remaining at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Their top order failed to fire, as Sanju Samson (6), Ruturaj Gaikwad (6), Ayush Mhatre (2), and Matthew Short (2) all fell cheaply, each dismissed inside the powerplay. The early collapses left CSK reeling, with the batters unable to build any meaningful partnerships. Poor shot selection and a lack of application at the crease compounded their problems, preventing any recovery. The team's middle order could not stabilise the innings, and it was left to number eight Jamie Overton to drag them past the 100-mar...