IPL 2026 CSK vs PBKS Match Result

On April 3, 2026, Punjab Kings successfully chased a massive target of 210 runs to defeat the Chennai Super Kings by five wickets at Chepauk. CSK had set a score of 209/5 thanks to Ayush Mhatre’s outstanding 73 runs along with quick contributions from Shivam Dube and Sarfaraz Khan. However, PBKS came out strong as Priyansh Arya hit 39 runs off just 11 balls during the powerplay while captain Shreyas Iyer anchored the innings with a solid 50 runs. They completed the chase in 18.4 overs marking PBKS’s second consecutive victory while CSK faced their second defeat. Here’s the detailed analysis of the CSK vs PBKS match result.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Innings: Mhatre shines, Dube finishes strong

The Chennai Super Kings got off to a rough beginning when Sanju Samson was out for just 7 runs but the young player Ayush Mhatre stood out with a superb 73 runs off 43 balls and building a 96‑run stand alongside captain Ruturaj Gaikwad who added 28 runs. Their partnership steadied the innings after an early setback and gave CSK a strong platform. The PBKS bowlers, Vijaykumar Vyshak and Yuzvendra Chahal managed to keep things under control although some of the other bowlers were quite costly. After a brief collapse, Sarfaraz Khan came in and smashed 32 runs off only 12 balls while Shivam Dube remained not out with 45 runs helping CSK reach a total of 209/5.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) Innings: Explosive powerplay, steady finish

Chasing 210, Punjab Kings got off to a flying start thanks to Priyansh Arya who smashed 39 runs off just 11 balls. His explosive performance helped PBKS reach an impressive 68/1 during the powerplay. Prabhsimran Singh contributed a solid 43 runs while Cooper Connolly added 36 runs to the total. Captain Shreyas Iyer played a key role in the chase scoring a smooth 50 runs off 29 balls. Even after he got out, Marcus Stoinis and Shashank Singh completed the task guiding PBKS to a total of 210/5 in 18.4 overs and  winning by five wickets. CSK bowlers Matt Henry and Anshul Kamboj each took two wickets but the aggressive batting from PBKS ensured they finished the chase with eight balls remaining.

CSK vs PBKS Match Result: Key Moments

• Ayush Mhatre’s classy 73 kept CSK in control until his dismissal slowed them down.
• Sarfaraz quickfire 32 off 12 reignited CSK’s innings.
• Priyansh Arya smashed 39 runs off 11 balls giving Punjab a good score in the powerplay.
• Despite injury, Shreyas Iyer hit a fluent 50 to steer PBKS closer to victory.
• Kamboj’s double strike removing Removing Iyer and Wadhera briefly gave CSK hope.
• Shashank Singh and Marcus Stoinis calmly sealed the chase.

Points Table Impact

Punjab Kings soared to the top of the IPL 2026 standings with 4 points and an impressive NRR of +0.637 whereas Chennai Super Kings fell to the last place with 0 points following consecutive defeats.
Here’s how the points table looks after PBKS’s win over CSK – Updated Points Table.

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