India, April 6 -- On another otherwise disappointing outing for the Chennai Super Kings, Sarfaraz Khan once again emerged as a rare positive. After a blitzy 12-ball 32 against Punjab Kings last week in Chennai, the India batter unleashed a carnage, smashing eight boundaries and two sixes in a 25-ball half-century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday in IPL 2026. His knock at the Chinnaswamy Stadium even caught the attention of Virat Kohli.

Another poor show from Chennai's top order saw the visitors slip to 30 for 3 inside the first three overs. However, Sarfaraz single-handedly revived the innings, powering CSK to 77 at the end of the powerplay and offering some much-needed respite.

Sarfaraz was dismissed on the first ball afte...