IPL 2026 Chennai Super Kings Logo
Skip to content
Rediff.com Logo
  • Rediff Home
  • Rediffmail
  • Money
  • Rediff Pay
  • Business Email
  • IPL 2026
  • Fixtures & Results
  • Points Table
  • Teams
  • IPL 2026 FAQ
  • IPL News

IPL 2026

Fixtures
May 6, 2026
7:30 pm
N/A

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings

May 7, 2026
7:30 pm
N/A

Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru

May 8, 2026
7:30 pm
N/A

Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Results
Chennai Super Kings Logo May 5, 2026
155/7 - 159/2
N/A

Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings

May 4, 2026
229/4 - 228/5
N/A

Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants

May 3, 2026
167/6 - 163/9
N/A

Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings

More…: Home

League Table

PosTeamPWLNRPTSNRR
1Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Squad9621130.855
2Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2026 Squad9630121.420
3Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2026 Squad10640120.644
4Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 Squad10640120.510
5Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Squad1064012-0.147
6Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 Squad10550100.151
7Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 Squad104608-0.949
8Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2026 Squad93517-0.539
9Mumbai Indians IPL 2026 Squad103706-0.649
10Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 Squad92704-1.076
View full table

Ipl News

IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: Samson sizzles as Chennai Super Kings whip Delhi Capitals
IPL 2026, DC vs CSK: Samson sizzles as Chennai Super Kings whip Delhi Capitals

Sanju Samson leads the charge as Chennai Super Kings outclass Delhi Capitals by eight wickets. IPL 2026 SCORECARD: Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings Key Points Sanju Samson led CSK's [...]

IPL 2026: Ruturaj Gaikwad praises Sanju Samson as CSK's backbone
IPL 2026: Ruturaj Gaikwad praises Sanju Samson as CSK's backbone

Sanju Samson's stellar performance propelled Chennai Super Kings to a dominant win against Delhi Capitals, solidifying his role as a key player for CSK. Key Points Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 [...]

IPL 2026: Gavaskar flags Bumrah's loss of rhythm and rising no-ball count
IPL 2026: Gavaskar flags Bumrah's loss of rhythm and rising no-ball count

'He is overdoing things, and that's hurting him. He should go back to his basics and stick to what works best for him.' Key Points Gavaskar says Bumrah is overcomplicating [...]

Three-time world champions India remain unshaken at T20I peak
Three-time world champions India remain unshaken at T20I peak

India continue to lead the ICC T20I rankings, solidifying their position as a dominant force in international T20 cricket, followed by England and Australia. Key Points India hold the top [...]

IPL 2026: Batters innovate, bowlers adapt: Can the yorker survive T20's new reality?
IPL 2026: Batters innovate, bowlers adapt: Can the yorker survive T20's new reality?

Discover how the yorker, once a defining weapon in T20 cricket, is evolving to remain relevant in the face of aggressive batting and changing game dynamics in leagues like the [...]

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts
K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

Indian batter K L Rahul reflects on his journey from being labelled a Test specialist to becoming a successful T20 player. Key Points K L Rahul is proud to have [...]

IPL 2026: 'Relieve Pant Of LSG Captaincy'
IPL 2026: 'Relieve Pant Of LSG Captaincy'

'The pressure and responsibility of captaincy is slowly making us lose Rishabh Pant, the batter.' Key Points 'Runs are not coming from his bat in the ratio they should for [...]

'Earlier return could've changed MI's fate': Harbhajan on Rohit
'Earlier return could've changed MI's fate': Harbhajan on Rohit

Harbhajan Singh believes Rohit Sharma's hamstring injury and subsequent delayed return significantly impacted Mumbai Indians' chances of securing a spot in the IPL playoffs. Key Points Harbhajan Singh suggests Rohit [...]

Manoj Tiwary: TMC Chapter Is Over For Me
Manoj Tiwary: TMC Chapter Is Over For Me

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has severed ties with the Trinamool Congress, citing rampant corruption and alleging that he was asked to pay a hefty sum for an election ticket. [...]

Punjab Kings Aim To Arrest Slide Against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Punjab Kings Aim To Arrest Slide Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Punjab Kings are under pressure to reverse their recent slide as they face a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial Indian Premier League match. Key Points Punjab Kings need to [...]

IPL 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

When does IPL 2026 start and end?

IPL 2026 (TATA IPL, Season 19) started on 28 March 2026 with RCB vs SRH at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The season runs through 31 May 2026 across 13 venues in India, featuring 74 matches across 10 franchises.

How many teams are in IPL 2026?

IPL 2026 features 10 teams divided into two groups. Group A: KKR, RCB, RR, CSK, PBKS. Group B: SRH, DC, GT, MI, LSG. Each team plays 14 league matches. Top 4 teams qualify for the playoffs.

Who are the defending champions of IPL 2026?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the IPL 2026 defending champions, having won their maiden IPL title in 2025 by defeating Punjab Kings in the final. Captain Rajat Patidar leads RCB in their title defence.

How many matches are played in IPL 2026?

IPL 2026 has 74 matches total — 70 league stage matches and 4 playoff matches (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, Final). The format retained the same 74-match structure from IPL 2025.

Where can I watch IPL 2026 live?

IPL 2026 is broadcast live on Star Sports (satellite TV) and streamed digitally on JioHotstar in India. JioHotstar offers free streaming for Jio subscribers. International viewers can watch on Willow TV (US/Canada), Sky Sports (UK), and SuperSport (South Africa).

Who is the IPL 2026 auction record holder?

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green became the most expensive overseas player in IPL history when Kolkata Knight Riders bought him for ₹25.2 crore at the IPL 2026 mini-auction held on 16 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi.

Which venues are hosting IPL 2026 matches?

IPL 2026 is played at 13 venues across India: M. Chinnaswamy (Bengaluru), Wankhede (Mumbai), MA Chidambaram (Chennai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Arun Jaitley (Delhi), Narendra Modi (Ahmedabad), Rajiv Gandhi (Hyderabad), Mullanpur (Chandigarh), and others.

When is the IPL 2026 final?

The IPL 2026 final is scheduled for 31 May 2026. The venue for the IPL 2026 final is yet to be confirmed by BCCI. Playoffs include Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 in late May, with the Eliminator also in May.

Who are the IPL 2026 team captains?

IPL 2026 captains: RCB — Rajat Patidar; MI — Hardik Pandya; CSK — Ruturaj Gaikwad; KKR — Ajinkya Rahane; DC — Axar Patel; GT — Shubman Gill; SRH — Pat Cummins; PBKS — Shreyas Iyer; RR — Riyan Parag; LSG — Rishabh Pant.

What is the IPL 2026 auction purse per team?

Each IPL 2026 franchise had a ₹125 crore auction purse. The combined purse across all 10 teams was ₹237.55 crore. The mini-auction was held on 16 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma jointly set the record for most expensive uncapped Indian players at ₹14.2 crore each.

How is IPL NRR (Net Run Rate) calculated?

IPL NRR = (total runs scored ÷ total overs faced) minus (total runs conceded ÷ total overs bowled) across all matches. A positive NRR means a team scores faster than it concedes. NRR is the primary tiebreaker when teams are tied on points.

How many points are needed to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs?

Historically, 14–16 points are needed to qualify for IPL playoffs (7–8 wins from 14 league matches). Teams with 16 points (8 wins) are virtually guaranteed. The top 4 teams from combined Group A and Group B standings qualify.

Countdown

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings

00 days 06 hrs 58 mins 49 secs

May 2026
M T W T F S S
« Apr    
 123
45678910
11121314151617
18192021222324
25262728293031
View all matches
© 2026 Rediff Sports
Rediff.com India Ltd