IPL 2026: DC vs CSK Today's Match Highlights: Unmissable video recap, turning points, match analysis, stats and more

In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) completed a double over Delhi Capitals (DC) with an eight-wicket victory on May 5 at Arun Jaitley Stadium.

After winning the toss, DC opted to bat first and posted 155/7 in their 20 overs. Sameer Rizvi led the scoring with an unbeaten 40 off 24 balls, including four sixes. He was well supported by Tristan Stubbs, as the pair stitched together a 65-run partnership for the sixth wicket in 47 balls. For CSK, Noor Ahmad was the standout bowler, returning figures of 2/22 in three overs.

In response, CSK comfortably chased down the target in 17.3 overs, finishing at 159/2. Sanju Samson starred with the bat, remaining unbeaten on 87 off 52 deliveries, which included seven fours and six sixes at a strike rate of 167.31.

With this victory, CSK moved up to sixth place in the points table with 10 points, while DC slipped to seventh with eight points.

Here are the top highlights from Match 48:

CSK bowlers choke DC at the start

The CSK bowlers choked the DC batting lineup early in the innings, ensuring the hosts never gained momentum during the powerplay. Crucial breakthroughs at the top allowed CSK to tighten their grip on the game. Akeal Hosein struck first by dismissing KL Rahul, while Mukesh Choudhary removed Pathum Nissanka soon after. In the middle overs, Noor Ahmad further dented DC’s progress by getting rid of Nitish Rana and Karun Nair cheaply.

Stubbs-Rizvi show late fireworks

After an early wobble, Tristan Stubbs and Sameer Rizvi steadied the innings for the Delhi Capitals with a composed yet impactful partnership. Stubbs scored 38 off 31 deliveries, while Rizvi remained unbeaten on 40 from 24 balls. The duo shifted gears in the latter stages, combining for six maximums and guiding DC to a competitive total after the early setbacks.

CSK chase down target with ease

After restricting the DC to a modest total, the CSK made light work of the chase, cruising to the target comfortably. Sanju Samson led the charge with a fluent unbeaten half-century, scoring at an impressive strike rate of 167.31. He found solid support in Kartik Sharma, who remained unbeaten on 41 off 31 balls, calmly anchoring the innings. Their composed partnership ensured CSK secured their fifth win of the season without any late hiccups.