IPL 2026: GT vs CSK Today’s Match Highlights: Unmissable video recap, turning points, match analysis, stats and more

Chennai Super Kings lost to Gujarat Titans by 69 runs in IPL 2026 on May 21 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Match No. 66. GT posted 229/4 in 20 overs, with Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler scoring half-centuries to power the team past 200.

For CSK, Gurjapneet Singh was the most economical bowler, while three other bowlers claimed one wicket each. In reply, CSK were bowled out for 140 in 13.4 overs. Shivam Dube top-scored with 47 runs, while the rest of the batting lineup struggled. Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Rashid Khan picked up three wickets each.

GT finished second on the points table with nine wins from 14 matches, while CSK were eliminated from the tournament after suffering their eighth defeat of the season.

Key moments of the game:

Sudharsan-Gill dominate with century stand

Gujarat Titans openers Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill did not allow the Chennai Super Kings bowlers to settle, stitching together a 125-run opening partnership off just 74 balls. Sudharsan scored 84 off 53 deliveries, smashing seven fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 158.49, while Gill hammered 64 off 37 balls, including seven fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 172.97.

Mohammed Siraj strikes early

Gujarat Titans pacer Mohammed Siraj was in sensational form as he picked up three wickets in his opening two overs. He dismissed Sanju Samson, Urvil Patel, and Ruturaj Gaikwad, not allowing the batters to settle and putting the opposition under pressure right from the outset.

Shivam Dube fights lone battle

While wickets kept tumbling at the other end, Shivam Dube showcased his explosive batting ability. The all-rounder smashed 47 runs off just 17 balls, including four fours and four sixes, at a blistering strike rate of 276.47. However, his valiant knock was not enough to help Chennai Super Kings cross the finish line.