India, April 2 -- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face off at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, with predicted XIs highlighting both team strategies and recent form heading into this IPL 2026 clash.

CSK enter the contest under pressure after a disappointing outing in their opening match against Rajasthan Royals. Chennai batted first and were out for just 127 runs in 19.4 overs. Only Jamie Overton put up a fight with a score of 43. Their top order fell apart quickly, scoring only 41 runs in the powerplay, which set the tone for the rest of the innings.

In response, Rajasthan easily chased down the target, getting to 128/2 in just 12.1 overs, powered by quick 15-ball half-century from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

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