GT vs CSK 66th IPL Match Highlights saw Gujarat Titans produce a dominant all-round performance to defeat Chennai Super Kings by 89 runs at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, in IPL 2026. The victory strengthened GT’s position at number two on the points table, while CSK remained seventh after a one-sided contest shaped by explosive batting and relentless fast bowling.
GT vs CSK IPL 2026: Highlights Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Viewers across multiple regions were able to follow the IPL 2026 clash through official television and streaming partners.
- Pakistan: Streaming not available due to regional restrictions.
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- Sri Lanka: Supreme TV (TV) & Yupp TV (Live Stream)
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- Worldwide: Matches may also be available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Match Highlights
Chennai Super Kings won the toss and chose to field first on what appeared to be a batting-friendly Ahmedabad surface. The decision reflected confidence in their chasing ability, but Gujarat Titans quickly established control through an aggressive opening stand that denied CSK early breakthroughs. The pitch offered consistent bounce and value for strokes, allowing the GT top order to attack from the beginning.
Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill set the tone during the powerplay with fluent strokeplay against both pace and spin. Gujarat Titans reached 62 without loss in the mandatory first six overs, immediately placing CSK under scoreboard pressure. Gill was particularly aggressive square of the wicket and brought up a rapid half-century from just 23 deliveries, while Sudharsan paced the innings smartly at the other end.
The first major phase of the innings belonged entirely to the opening partnership. Gujarat Titans crossed 100 in only 9.1 overs, with Gill and Sudharsan combining timing with calculated boundary hitting. CSK’s bowlers struggled to maintain consistent lines, and wides added to the pressure. Gurjapneet Singh briefly controlled the run flow, but the lack of wickets prevented Chennai from disrupting GT’s rhythm.
Gill eventually departed for 64 from 37 balls after a 125-run opening partnership, but the breakthrough arrived too late to alter the momentum. Sudharsan continued to anchor the innings and completed another composed fifty from 35 deliveries. His ability to rotate strike while maintaining boundary pressure ensured that Gujarat never lost scoring momentum through the middle overs.
Jos Buttler then accelerated the innings sharply during the final phase. Arriving after Gill’s dismissal, Buttler attacked immediately and exploited the extra fielder inside the circle after the slow over-rate penalty. His unbeaten 57 from 27 balls transformed a strong total into a massive one. The second-wicket stand between Sudharsan and Buttler added 50 runs in just 23 balls, forcing CSK’s bowlers into defensive lines.
CSK’s bowling plans unraveled in the death overs as GT surged beyond 200 in the 18th over. Anshul Kamboj conceded 56 runs in four overs, while Noor Ahmad and Spencer Johnson also proved expensive. Gujarat Titans finished on 229/4, a total that reflected the control exercised by their top order throughout the innings. The final overs highlighted GT’s superior finishing power and CSK’s inability to execute yorkers consistently.
Chasing 230, Chennai Super Kings needed an aggressive start but instead suffered a collapse almost immediately. Mohammed Siraj dismissed Sanju Samson on the very first ball of the innings, immediately shifting momentum toward Gujarat Titans. Siraj then removed Ruturaj Gaikwad and Urvil Patel in quick succession, reducing CSK to 29/3 within three overs and exposing the middle order far earlier than planned.
Matthew Short briefly counterattacked with 24 from 14 balls, but Kagiso Rabada removed him at a crucial stage to maintain Gujarat’s dominance. Kartik Sharma attempted to rebuild with 19, yet regular wickets prevented CSK from establishing any sustained partnership. By the end of the powerplay, Chennai had already lost four wickets despite scoring 58 runs, leaving the required rate climbing rapidly.
The middle overs produced the defining tactical battle of the chase. Dewald Brevis struggled to accelerate against Rashid Khan’s variations, while Shivam Dube launched a brief counterattack that temporarily revived CSK hopes. Dube smashed 47 from only 17 deliveries, including four fours and four sixes, and alongside Anshul Kamboj added urgency to the scoring rate. However, Gujarat Titans continued attacking with wicket-taking options rather than defensive containment.
Rashid Khan’s spell decisively ended Chennai’s resistance. He dismissed Dube, Kamboj, and Brevis in a crucial sequence that shattered the lower middle order. Rabada then cleaned up the tail efficiently, finishing with three wickets alongside Siraj and Rashid. Gujarat Titans bowled Chennai Super Kings out for 140 in only 13.4 overs, completing one of their most dominant victories of the IPL 2026 season.
Toss Winner
Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to field first.
Key Moment
The decisive turning point came during the opening phase of Chennai Super Kings’ chase when Mohammed Siraj dismissed Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Urvil Patel inside the first three overs, reducing CSK to 29/3 and immediately placing the chase under severe pressure.
Star Performer / MVP
Mohammed Siraj
Mohammed Siraj was named Player of the Match after producing a destructive new-ball spell of 3/26 that dismantled Chennai Super Kings’ top order during the chase.
Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings Match Summary
Team | Score |
Gujarat Titans | 229/4 (20 overs) |
Chennai Super Kings | 140 (13.4 overs) |
Result | Gujarat Titans won by 89 runs |
Player of the Match | Mohammed Siraj |
Highest Run-Getter of the Series | Sai Sudharsan – 638 runs |
Highest Wicket-Taker of the Series | Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 24 wickets |
GT vs CSK Playing XI
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Arshad Khan, Mohammed Siraj
Chennai Super Kings: Sanju Samson, Matthew Short, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, Spencer Johnson, Gurjapneet Singh
FAQs – Yesterday’s GT vs CSK 66th Match (May 21, 2026)
Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings match?
A1: Yesterday (May 21, 2026): 66th Match
Gujarat Titans (229/4 in 20 overs) beat Chennai Super Kings (140 in 13.4 overs) by 89 runs.
Gujarat Titans: Sai Sudharsan scored 84 while Jos Buttler remained unbeaten on 57.
Chennai Super Kings: Shivam Dube top-scored with 47 from 17 balls.
Result: Gujarat Titans strengthened their position at number two on the IPL 2026 points table, while Chennai Super Kings remained seventh.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Mohammed Siraj was named the Player of the Match for his outstanding spell of 3/26, which included the early wickets of Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Urvil Patel during Chennai Super Kings’ chase.
Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at Narendra Modi Stadium. Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to field first.
Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Gujarat Titans, Sai Sudharsan top-scored with 84 from 53 balls, while Jos Buttler added an unbeaten 57 from 27 deliveries. For Chennai Super Kings, Shivam Dube was the leading run-scorer with an aggressive 47 from 17 balls.
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