Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings Highlights, 7th Match | Apr 03: Punjab Kings Smash 210 Chase as CSK Collapse to another Painful Defeat

CSK vs PBKS 7th IPL Match Highlights saw Punjab Kings chase down a challenging 210-run target to defeat Chennai Super Kings by 5 wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk. The win allowed PBKS to maintain their top position in the points table, while CSK remain at the bottom, highlighting a contrasting start to the IPL 2026 season for both sides. The match was notable for a high-scoring first innings and a blistering counter-attacking effort in the chase.

Punjab Kings won the toss and opted to field first on what proved to be a high-scoring Chennai pitch. Chennai Super Kings posted 209/5 in their 20 overs, thanks to a rapid partnership between Ayush Mhatre, who scored 73 off 43 balls, and Shivam Dube, who remained unbeaten on 45. Early contributions from Ruturaj Gaikwad (28) and Sarfaraz Khan (32 off 12 balls) helped CSK maintain momentum, while the extras added 17 runs, further bolstering the total.

The PBKS bowlers had mixed fortunes, with Vijaykumar Vyshak taking 2 wickets and Yuzvendra Chahal, Xavier Bartlett, and Marco Jansen claiming one each. Powerplay control was challenging, as CSK scored 57 runs in the first six overs for the loss of one wicket. Middle overs saw effective breakthroughs by Vyshak and Chahal, preventing CSK from accelerating beyond a run rate of 10.45.

In the chase, PBKS started aggressively, reaching 50 runs in just 3.2 overs. Priyansh Arya struck 39 off 11 balls, while Shreyas Iyer anchored the innings with 50 off 29 deliveries. Prabhsimran Singh and Cooper Connolly made significant contributions of 43 and 36, respectively. The momentum stayed with PBKS despite brief resistance from Nehal Wadhera, and the team sealed victory with eight balls to spare. Key tactical adjustments, including the impact player substitution of Priyansh Arya, proved decisive in the closing stages.

Chennai Super Kings were unable to adapt to the high scoring rate in the chase despite early dominance, with their bowling unit conceding 11.25 runs per over. PBKS displayed consistent adaptability and depth in batting to chase the target efficiently.

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Toss Winner: 

Punjab Kings secured the toss and preferred to bowl first.

Key Moment: 

Priyansh Arya’s explosive 39 off 11 balls shifted the momentum early in the chase, establishing a rapid foundation that PBKS built upon to complete the target comfortably.

Star Performer / MVP: 

Priyansh Arya was named Player of the Match for his 39-run cameo off 11 balls, which set the tone for PBKS’s successful chase.

CSK vs PBKS Match Summary

CSK vs PBKS Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings: Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ayush Mhatre, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Sarfaraz Khan, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Matt Henry, Khaleel Ahme

Punjab Kings: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh

FAQs – Yesterday’s CSK vs PBKS 7th Match (Apr 3, 2026)

Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s CSK vs PBKS match?
A1: Yesterday (April 3, 2026): 7th Match
Chennai Super Kings (209/5 in 20 overs) were chased down by Punjab Kings (210/5 in 18.4 overs) by 5 wickets. CSK featured strong contributions from Ayush Mhatre (73) and Shivam Dube (45*). PBKS were led by Priyansh Arya (39) and Shreyas Iyer (50). Result: PBKS top the points table while CSK remain at the bottom.

Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Priyansh Arya was named the Player of the Match for his 39 runs off 11 balls, providing a rapid start to PBKS’s successful chase.

Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai. Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to field first.

Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Chennai Super Kings, Ayush Mhatre top-scored with 73 runs. For Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer was the leading run-scorer with 50 runs, while Priyansh Arya’s 39-run cameo accelerated the chase.