Delhi capitals vs chennai super kings match scorecard
On May 5, 2026, the Chennai Super Kings completed a double over the Delhi Capitals with a convincing eight-wicket victory at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. This match not only highlighted CSK’s dominance but also showcased a remarkable turnaround in their bowling performance.
Chennai Super Kings scored 159 runs for 2 wickets in just 17.3 overs, successfully chasing down Delhi Capitals’ total of 155 runs for 7 wickets. Sanju Samson emerged as the star for CSK, scoring an impressive 87 not out off 52 balls. Meanwhile, Sameer Rizvi was the top scorer for DC, managing to put up 40 runs off 24 balls.
This victory is particularly significant as it marked CSK’s ascent to sixth place in the points table with 10 points, while Delhi Capitals dropped to seventh with just 8 points. The win also reinforced CSK’s historical advantage over DC in IPL matches — a narrative that continues to unfold.
Key statistics from the match:
- CSK’s total: 159 runs in 17.3 overs
- DC’s total: 155 runs in 20 overs
- Sanju Samson’s score: 87 not out off 52 balls
- Sameer Rizvi’s score: 40 runs off 24 balls
- Noor Ahmad’s bowling figures: 2 wickets for 22 runs in 3 overs
- CSK’s economy rate over the last seven games: 8.15
The transformation of CSK’s bowling attack has been notable, especially after a poor start to the season. Noor Ahmad’s performance was crucial — his ability to take two wickets at such a low cost played a vital role in restricting DC’s scoring potential.
Reactions from players:
- Axar Patel: “Obviously, the way the wicket was playing in the first innings, I felt that yes, 155 was a good score. But since we were playing with eight batters, I felt we were about 10-15 runs short.”
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: “Sanju had come along and the bowling was doing well. We then got a couple of wins and everyone started to gel together.”
- Acknowledging team dynamics: “Sanju Samson is our backbone, but it’s the bowlers who do the job.” — Ruturaj Gaikwad.
This match serves as a reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in cricket — especially within a competitive league like IPL. As teams jockey for position, each game becomes crucial. For now, CSK looks poised for future success while DC must regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward.
