Samson Century Leads CSK to First IPL 2026 Win vs DC

Sanju Samson delivered a match-winning unbeaten century to power Chennai Super Kings to their first victory of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, defeating Delhi Capitals by 23 runs at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on April 11.

Batting first after being put in to bat, CSK posted 212 for two in 20 overs, anchored by Samson's composed 115 off 56 balls, which included 15 fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 205.36. The Kerala wicketkeeper-batter, who joined CSK ahead of the season from Rajasthan Royals, reached his milestone with a boundary and raised his helmet to acknowledge the home crowd. Opening partner Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 18 off 15 balls, sharing a 62-run powerplay stand before falling to Axar Patel. Ayush Mhatre then joined Samson for a 113-run partnership, contributing 59 off 36 balls with three fours and four sixes before retiring hurt. Shivam Dube added an unbeaten 20 to close the innings.

In reply, Delhi Capitals managed 189 all out in 20 overs, with Pathum Nissanka top-scoring 41 off 24 balls in a 62-run opening stand with KL Rahul, and Tristan Stubbs fighting back with 60 off 30 balls. CSK's bowling attack struck back decisively, led by England's...