IPL 2026 stats: CSK vs PBKS pitch report, Chennai stadium highest score

Chennai Super Kings will now look for a more cohesive performance, especially with the bat, to get their season back on track.

Match 7 of the Indian Premier League 2026 will see Chennai Super Kings lock horns with Punjab Kings at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai tonight. Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer has won the toss and elected to bowl first on the night.

 

Chennai will be eager to bounce back after a tough start to their campaign, having suffered a defeat against Rajasthan Royals in their opening game. Their batting unit struggled to build momentum and failed to post a challenging total, which was chased down without much trouble.  Experienced names like Sanju Samson, skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, and youngster Ayush Mhatre were unable to make a significant contribution. The team will now look for a more cohesive performance, especially with the bat, to get their season back on track. 

 

On the other hand, Punjab head into this fixture with confidence after a convincing win over Gujarat Titans. Their bowlers delivered a disciplined effort to limit the opposition to 162, setting up a successful chase. The batting unit then held its nerve to reach the target with wickets in hand and a few deliveries to spare. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, PBKS will aim to carry forward their winning momentum and continue their strong start to the tournament.

 

Chepauk Stadium: Pitch Report for CSK vs PBKS

 

For Chennai Super Kings’ first home game of Indian Premier League 2026 against Punjab Kings, a high-scoring encounter is likely. While spinners may still find some assistance, the conditions largely favor batters under the lights at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium. 

 

Chepauk was historically a spinner’s haven, where legends like Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin would dominate on slow, turning tracks. Over the years, however, the surface has evolved into a batting-friendly pitch, allowing the ball to come onto the bat smoothly and making strokeplay easier. 

 

In fact, in a recent T20 World Cup match, India posted a massive 254 against Zimbabwe here, highlighting the pitch’s run-scoring potential.  IPL 2026 Match 7, CSK vs PBKS : LIVE SCORE | FULL SCORECARD | PLAYING 11 | LIVE STREAMING

 

IPL 2026: CSK win/loss record at MA Chidambaram Stadium

 

CSK have played a total of 92 matches at MA Chidambaram Stadium, winning 57 matches and losing 31 of them over the years. 4 matches have ended in a no result or tie.

 

IPL 2026: PBKS win/loss record at MA Chidambaram Stadium

 

PBKS have played a total of 8 matches at the MA Chidambaram Stadium and have won 4 matches over the years. 

 

IPL 2026: CSK vs PBKS head-to-head at MA Chidambaram Stadium

 

CSK vs PBKS H2H at Chepauk Stadium
Match Date	Team 1	Team 2	Winner	Margin
Apr 30, 2025	CSK	Punjab Kings	Punjab Kings	4 wickets
May 1, 2024	CSK	Punjab Kings	Punjab Kings	7 wickets
Apr 30, 2023	CSK	Punjab Kings	Punjab Kings	4 wickets
Apr 6, 2019	CSK	Kings XI Punjab	CSK	22 runs
Apr 25, 2015	CSK	Kings XI Punjab	CSK	97 runs
May 10, 2008	CSK	Kings XI Punjab	CSK	18 runs
Apr 28, 2012	CSK	Kings XI Punjab	CSK	7 runs

 

What happened in the last IPL match played at MA Chidambaram Stadium?

 

The last IPL match played at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai was during IPL 2025 between Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings on April 30, 2025. The hosts suffered a 4-wicket defeat on the night.

 

MA Chidambaram Stadium: Key stats 

MA Chidambaram Stadium key T20 stats
Stat Description	Value
Total Matches	17
Matches Won Batting First	10
Matches Won Bowling First	6
Average 1st Innings Score	170
Average 2nd Innings Score	140
Highest Total Recorded	256/4 (20 overs) – IND vs ZIM
Lowest Total Recorded	80/10 (17.5 overs) – PAKW vs ENGW
Highest Score Chased	183/5 (17.5 overs) – NZ vs AFG
Lowest Score Defended	103/8 (20 overs) – WIW vs PAKW

   

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