Yesterday Match Result: Sanju Samson’s ton powers CSK to 103-run demolition of MI
Sanju Samson's explosive unbeaten 101 and Akeal Hosein's stellar 4/17 guided Chennai Super Kings to a dominant 103-run victory over Mumbai Indians. CSK posted 207/6, with Samson anchoring the innings, before their bowlers, led by Hosein, restricted MI to 104. This win propels CSK up the standings.
A dominant all-round display led by Sanju Samson and Akeal Hosein powered Chennai Super Kings to a crushing 103-run win over Mumbai Indians in a high-profile IPL 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Asked to bat first, CSK piled up an imposing 207/6, riding on Samson’s unbeaten 101 off just 54 balls. The five-time champions then dismantled MI for a paltry 104 in 19 overs, with Hosein returning match-winning figures of 4/17.
Samson shines in commanding total CSK got off to a brisk start through skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who made a quickfire 22 before falling early. From there, Samson took charge, blending aggression with composure even as wickets fell around him. The right-hander smashed 10 fours and six sixes, bringing up his fifth IPL century in style off the final ball of the innings.
Dewald Brevis chipped in with 21, but it was Samson’s ability to anchor the innings that proved decisive. “Feels great to score a century in Wankhede versus Mumbai,” Samson said after being named Player of the Match. “After the powerplay, we kept losing wickets.
I thought it's important for a settled batsman to bat through. The game tells you what to do. ” MI bowlers, including Allah Ghazanfar and Ashwani Kumar, struck intermittently, but Samson’s late assault ensured CSK crossed the 200-run mark.