Chennai, May 9 -- Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings will look to keep their playoffs hopes alive when they take on a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Sunday.

With the league stage entering a crucial phase, CSK are currently placed sixth on the points table and still remain firmly in the race for a top-four finish despite an inconsistent season. Their campaign has seen a mix of strong performances and frustrating collapses with the bat, both at home and away.

A return to Chepauk could work in CSK's favour as they prepare to face an LSG side sitting at the bottom of the table andalready staring at an early exit from the tournament.

Much of CSK's batting this season has revolve...