Royal Challengers Bengaluru, fresh off a dominant chase, host Chennai Super Kings in a crucial southern derby. CSK, yet to secure a win this season, face immense pressure at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Will Dhoni's absence haunt CSK? Catch every boundary and wicket from Bengaluru as defending champions RCB face a struggling Chennai. Get ball-by-ball commentary, full scorecard, and expert analysis.,

CSK suffered their third straight defeat to start IPL 2026 while RCB now have two wins in two matches. During the match, RCB’s social media handle took a subtle jibe at CSK and Dhoni with the post receiving backlash from the Chennai fans.

RCB beat CSK by 43 runs to continue their winning streak, while CSK are in a dangerous position after losing three consecutive matches.

Bengaluru, Apr 5 (PTI) Tim David, skipper Rajat Patidar and Devdutt Padikkal went ballistic with marauding knocks while bowlers maintained fine lines as Royal Challengers Bengaluru crushed Chennai Sup

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings by 43 runs in their IPL match in Bengaluru on Sunday. Sent in to bat, Devdutt Padikkal slammed a 29-ball 50, while opener Philip Salt made a 30-ball 46 to provide the platform.

In CSK's previous game against the Punjab Kings as well, Sarfaraz hit a blitzy 12-ball 32. In fact, Sarfaraz's 25-ball 50 came at a time when CSK were in deep trouble in a mammoth chase. Sarfaraz walked into bat when CSK had plummeted to 30 for three inside the powerplay itself.

The excitement of IPL 2026 moves to the historic MA Chidambaram Stadium this Friday as the Chennai Super Kings prepare to host the Punjab Kings. This seventh match of the season is expected to be a major test for Ruturaj Gaikwad ’s leadership.