New Delhi, May 3 -- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) delivered a commanding performance to beat arch-rivals Mumbai Indians (MI) by eight wickets in the 44th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday (May 2). The home side chased down a target of 160 with ease, finishing at 160/2 in just 18.1 overs. This victory keeps CSK alive in the playoff hunt while pushing MI closer to the exit door.

Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bat first under lights. They got off to a flying start, racing to 57 runs in the powerplay. But CSK's bowlers turned the game around smartly after the powerplay. Anshul Kamboj was the star with 3/32 in four overs, picking up key wickets, including Will Jacks early and then ...