Mar 26, 2022 08:51 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Umesh Yadav back into the attack
Umesh is back into the attack and he continues to bowl beauties with his pace and bounce.
CSK 74/5
Mar 26, 2022 08:48 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live: Quick work from Sheldon Jackson
Another quick glovework from Jackson but Dhoni was well inside the crease. 10 runs from here will get Chennai to a total of around 130. Not sure if that’s enough against a team like Kolkata at the Wankhede.
CSK 72/5
Mar 26, 2022 08:44 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Dhoni-Jadeja pair eyes strong finish
Just three off Mavi’s over and it’s time for the strategic time-out. It will be interesting to see who accelerates here… Dhoni the batter or Jadeja the skipper? Don’t forget Jadeja’s 37-run over against Harshal Patel last year. He can power his team to a competitive total.
CSK 69/5
Mar 26, 2022 08:41 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Wankhede awaits a Dhoni special
Can it be the night when we see a bit of MS magic? Bit short from Mavi and Dhoni drives it towards deep backward point for a couple of runs. Chennai fans are in desperate need of a Dhoni special here.
CSK 68/5
Mar 26, 2022 08:35 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Dhoni vs Chakaravarthy
Chakaravarthy has dismissed Dhoni thrice so far in the IPL in a space of 12 deliveries. It’s the former CSK skipper against his nemesis! Eight more overs to go.
CSK 64/5
Mar 26, 2022 08:32 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Score: Dhoni up against Chakaravarthy
A great match-up here! Chakaravarthy is up against Dhoni, who got a rousing reception as made his way into the middle.
Mar 26, 2022 08:28 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: WICKET!
Another one bites the dust! Russell strikes in his first over to remove Dube on three. Chennai in deep trouble now.
CSK 61/5
Mar 26, 2022 08:25 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: All eyes on skipper Jadeja
Just four off Chakaravarthy’s over and it’s baptism by fire for new skipper Jadeja. He wouldn’t have imagined this situation in his wildest dreams.
Mar 26, 2022 08:21 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Jadeja, Dube eye rebuild
Dube joins skipper Jadeja after that mix-up. Rayudu was too eager for a single but Shreyas picked it up quickly and threw it to Narine, who did the rest. Two left-handers at the crease now.
CSK 53-4
Mar 26, 2022 08:16 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Score: Chennai lose fourth wicket
What are Chennai doing today!!! A mix-up between Jadeja and Rayudu and the latter has to walk back after scoring 15.
CSK 52/4
Mar 26, 2022 08:11 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: WICKET!
Fantastic work from Sheldon Jackson, who picked up Chakravarthy’s delivery and stumped Uthappa in a flash.
CSK 49/3
Mar 26, 2022 08:08 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: SIX!
Take that! Rayudu hits his 150th six in the IPL and shows a glimpse of his glorious timing. An extra cover six against Chakravarthy for Rayudu.
CSK 47/2
Mar 26, 2022 08:06 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Sunil Narine introduced into the attack
Narine is bowling quick here! He finishes off the over with a carrom ball that was bowled over 90 kmph. Rayudu was beaten outside off because of the extra pace.
CSK 40/2
Mar 26, 2022 08:03 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: FOUR!
Chakravarthy into the attack and he concedes six in the last over of powerplay. A thick inside egde from Rayudu gifted a boundary to Chennai, who would want a steady partnership here.
CSK 35/2
Mar 26, 2022 07:58 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Phenomenal start from last year’s runners up
Conway tried to charge down the track but ended up playing a half-hearted shot, which went straight to KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer. The Kolkata camp is on cloud nine. Second wicket for Umesh.
CSK 29/2
Mar 26, 2022 07:56 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: WICKET!
Another wicket! Conway departs for three as Umesh plucks his second wicket. Rayudu joins Uthappa in the middle.
CSK 28/2
Mar 26, 2022 07:53 PM IST
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live Score: Robin Uthappa in good touch
3.4: More runs! Uthappa was in complete control of that shot. He moves across the off stump and helps Mavi’s delivery clear the rope.
3.6: Uthappa is looking in sublime touch here. Up against his old franchise, he drives Mavi’s delivery to fine leg.
CSK 28/1
Mar 26, 2022 07:45 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live: First six of the tournament!
Uthappa is up and running! He hits six of the tournament! Umesh has been shaping the ball away but this was angled at Uthappa’s pads. The batter whips it away for a maximum over square leg. Eight off the over.
CSK 16/1
Mar 26, 2022 07:43 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: FOUR!
First boundary for CSK! Uthappa dispatches Mavi’s delivery towards long leg for four. A much-needed four after Umesh’s wonderful first over.
CSK 8/1
Mar 26, 2022 07:42 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Score & Updates
We remember Brett Lee tossing up Unmukt Chand’s off-stump on first delivery of IPL 2013. An early wicket today by a KKR pacer jogs the memory of IPL fans.
Mar 26, 2022 07:38 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Brilliant start from Umesh Yadav
Good quick catch by Nitish Rana in the slips as Gaikwad fell prey to a bit of movement and pace. A no ball and two wides from Umesh but he removed Gaikwad on nought in the very first over. Kolkata are off to a brilliant start.
CSK 3/1
Mar 26, 2022 07:35 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: WICKET!
What a start for Kolkata! Gaikwad walks back without disturbing the scorers. He departs on nought.
Mar 26, 2022 07:32 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: No ball!
Oops! Umesh starts the tournament with a no-ball. He follows it up with a dot ball against Gaikwad on the free-hit.
Mar 26, 2022 07:30 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Updates: Gaikwad, Conway open for Chennai
Gaikwad, Conway open for Chennai. Umesh Yadav starts for Kolkata. Fielders have taken their positions.
Mar 26, 2022 07:29 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Let’s go!
Out come the umpires! Let the two-month celebration begin. It all started with Shane Warne leading Rajasthan Royals to the title.
Mar 26, 2022 07:27 PM IST
IPL 2022 Chennai vs Kolkata Live Score and Updates
Both teams line up for the national anthem. We are moments away from the start. Hold on to your seats!
Mar 26, 2022 07:26 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Kolkata’s rejigged batting attack
For Kolkata, Rahane will open alongside Venkatesh. Sheldon Jackson will keep wickets with Sam Billings floating up the batting order.
Mar 26, 2022 07:24 PM IST
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live: Devon Conway makes debut
Devon Conway also has big shoes to fill in. Bought for ₹1 crore in the recent mega auction, he is set to open alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad. The Kiwi batter replaces Faf du Plessis in Chennai’s batting force.
Mar 26, 2022 07:20 PM IST
CSK vs KKR Live Score: Ravindra Jadeja to bat further up?
As Jadeja came out for the toss to begin a new chapter of his career, it will be interesting to see his batting position today. Dhoni could bat at No.6 at his usual position and marshall the team later on. But Jadeja could push himself up the other, given the fact that he’s been in phenomenal touch lately.
Mar 26, 2022 07:18 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Russell reserves praise for skipper Shreyas
“We need a confident captain like Shreyas. He knows he is superstar. He just have confidence and that’s what we need. He is always so humble and relaxed,” says Russell on the new captain.
Mar 26, 2022 07:08 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Playing XIs of both teams
Kolkata Knight Riders (Playing XI): Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer(c), Nitish Rana, Sam Billings(w), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Sheldon Jackson, Umesh Yadav, Shivam Mavi, Varun Chakaravarthy
Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja(c), Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni(w), Dwayne Bravo, Mitchell Santner, Adam Milne, Tushar Deshpande
Mar 26, 2022 07:07 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Jadeja ‘excited’ for new role
For Chennai, Conway, Bravo, Milne and Santner are the four foreign picks.
“Big shoes to fill in. Happy and excited for the new role. We are going with four foreign players,” says Jadeja.
Mar 26, 2022 07:06 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Shreyas on winning the toss
“I am super excited. It is a great honour to don this jersey. The players who have been playing for this unit have been doing well,” says Shreyas.
“We are going in with three overseas players – Billings, Narine and Russell. Three of us got caps today. Myself, Billings and Rahane.”
Mar 26, 2022 07:04 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Three players make debut for Kolkata
Kolkata chase at the Wankhede! Shreyas’ selection was a no-brainer and Ajinkya Rahane, Sam Billings make their KKR debut.
Mar 26, 2022 07:02 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Toss Update
Kolkata win toss and elect to bowl first.
Mar 26, 2022 06:56 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: ‘Sir’ Jadeja all set for new responsiblity
Jadeja will be wearing the captain’s armband today and it certainly will be an odd sight to see. “Sir” Jadeja begins his captaincy spell with one of the most successful T20 teams. Jadeja is the third player after Dhoni and former CSK batter Suresh Raina to lead the Yellow Unit.
Mar 26, 2022 06:50 PM IST
IPL 2022, CSK vs KKR Live Updates: Moments away from the toss
CSK and KKR are set to begin a new chapter in their rivalry. We are moments away from the toss! Hold on to your seats. The IPL jamboree is about to start.
Mar 26, 2022 06:45 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Battle of experience
Both sides have a lot of veterans to provide some stability. While Chennai have got an abundance of experience in Dhoni, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu and Dwayne Bravo, Kolkata rely on Sunil Narine and Andre Russell in that spectrum. KKR now also have to experienced faces – Ajinkya Rahane and Umesh Yadav.
Mar 26, 2022 06:40 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Red soil pitches in focus
Red-soil pitches will offer high-scoring encounters, plenty of sixes and hopefully some thrilling finishes. It won’t be a surprise if the team batting first posts 200-plus total on the board.
Mar 26, 2022 06:37 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: MS Dhoni’s future with Chennai
Dhoni’s exit from the leadership bunch has fuelled speculation whether he would feature in all the games. He may not be the captain but the talismanic player could be seen orchestrating things from behind the stumps.
Mar 26, 2022 06:30 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Shreyas Iyer begins his captaincy journey with Kolkata
It’s a repeat of last year’s final where the world witnessed Chennai clinch their fourth IPL title. Kolkata will be looking to exact revenge as Shreyas begins his captaincy journey with the two-time champions.
Mar 26, 2022 06:24 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Hangargekar likely to make debut
Rajvardhan Hangargekar, who was bought by Chennai for ₹1.5 crore in the recent mega auction, could also make his debut today. The 19-year-old shone in the recent U19 World Cup and also shone. He picked up wickets and hit some towering sixes as well.
Mar 26, 2022 06:12 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Updates: Just under an hour to go for the toss
Just under an hour to go for toss time! One can sense the excitement for the start of the two-month festival that perhaps will present fans with plenty of memories to cherish.
Mar 26, 2022 06:09 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Electric atmosphere at Wankhede
Also, fans are back in the stadium after a two-year gap. The energy is going to be electric today with shades of yellow and purple in stands.
Mar 26, 2022 06:04 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Russell fireworks expected at Wankhede
We could see Narine’s mystery spin and his ability to score quick runs and Russell’s big-hitting sixes today. Both players were retained by KKR along with Varun Chakravarthy and Venkatesh Iyer.
Mar 26, 2022 05:59 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Sam Billings vs Sheldon Jackson
Sam Billings, who has been a quality wicketkeeper-batter for England and Kent, will be Kolkata’s first choice keeper. They also have Sheldon Jackson, who has got plenty of domestic experience under his belt.
It’s all about finding the perfect four overseas alternatives. Narine, Russell and Karunaratne can be the three foreign picks alongside Billings today.
Mar 26, 2022 05:55 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Ajinkya Rahane to open for Kolkata?
Former India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane is set to begin journey with his new IPL franchise. He may not be a part of the current Test setup, but the experienced batter can come in handy for Kolkata. He’s also got the experience of playing on Mumbai pitches. It will be interesting to see his position in the batting order.
Mar 26, 2022 05:50 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Ajinkya Rahane eyes comeback
Mar 26, 2022 05:47 PM IST
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live Updates: ‘MS Dhoni can relax now’
“MS can really enjoy his game. He can advise Jadeja without thinking about the over-rate and everything. He can relax now when it comes to responsibilities,” says Raina on Star Sports.
Mar 26, 2022 05:46 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: New teams, new excitement
Jadeja certainly has got big shoes to fill. Chennai begin quest for fifth IPL title to match Mumbai’s record. Mumbai and Chennai have absolutely dominated the league but with two new teams, the competition is going to heat up.
Mar 26, 2022 05:43 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: Suresh Raina on captaincy change
“Dhoni will forever be our captain. But Jadeja has done well in the last few years,” says former CSK star on the captaincy transition on Star Sports.
Mar 26, 2022 05:41 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Kolkata’s bowling force
KKR’s pace bowling department has got a big setback as New Zealand pacer Tim Southee won’t be available for the opener. Pat Cummins is also unavailable due to national commitments and the Umesh Yadav-Shivam Mavi pair has got a task at hand.
Mar 26, 2022 05:37 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Updates: Orange Cap and Purple Cap winner
CSK opener Ruturaj Gaikwad took home the Orange Cap as he scored 635 runs in 16 games last season. Faf du Plessis, who slammed 633 runs for CSK, fell two runs short of matching the youngster.
The Purple Cap went to RCB’s Harshal Patel, who bagged 32 wickets to equal Dwayne Bravo’s record of most plucks in a single IPL season.
Mar 26, 2022 05:33 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Updates, CSK vs KKR: A superstar in making
“He’s a great buy. He could be the franchise player for KKR for the best part of the decade,” said KKR coach Brendon McCullum on their new skipper.
Mar 26, 2022 05:32 PM IST
IPL 2022 Live Score, CSK vs KKR: New skippers Jadeja, Shreyas begin their spell
Jadeja’s stellar form in international cricket over the last couple of years would surely give him the confidence.
Shreyas has also been in phenomenal touch for India of late. He hit three consecutive fifties against Sri Lanka and clinched player-of-the-series in India’s 3-0 rout.
Mar 26, 2022 05:29 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: Skipper Shreyas Iyer in focus
For Kolkata, Shreyas Iyer’s form and leadership skills will matter the most. The talented batter was snapped up by KKR for ₹12.25 crore and was subsequently made the skipper. The franchise is set to begin quest for a third IPL title.
Mar 26, 2022 05:21 PM IST
Chennai vs Kolkata IPL 2022 Live: Start of two-month carnival!
Mar 26, 2022 05:18 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live: Devon Conway set to make debut
New Zealand batter Devon Conway is likely to make his IPL debut. He will open alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was among the top performers for Chennai last year. The Maharashtra youngster was the youngest player in IPL history to win Orange Cap.
Mar 26, 2022 05:14 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: No Moeen Ali, Deepak Chahar
Moeen Ali is set to miss the opener due to visa issues. He scored 357 runs from 15 innings for CSK in the IPL last year, and also plucked six wickets from 15 games with his off-spin.
Deepak Chahar is also unavailable for the first half due to a right quadriceps injury he sustained during India’s recent T20I assignment against West Indies.
Mar 26, 2022 05:08 PM IST
IPL 2022 Chennai vs Kolkata Live: KKR’s poor record at Wankhede
Since 2019, CSK and KKR have met seven times in the IPL. KKR have emerged victorious only once out of seven games. They also have a poor record at the Wankhede. In 11 games so far at the venue, KKR have managed to notch up just one win.
Furthermore, they have been on a losing streak of eights matches at the iconic ground.
Mar 26, 2022 05:04 PM IST
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live: Head-to-head record
Both sides have faced each other 25 times to date. CSK have a big advantage over KKR, having won 17 matches.
Mar 26, 2022 04:57 PM IST
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live Updates: Game on!
Mar 26, 2022 04:53 PM IST
Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Live Updates
“Like Mahi bhai has already set a big legacy and we need to carry it forward, so hopefully I will. And I don’t need to worry too much because he’s here and whatever question I need to ask, I’ll definitely go to him,” said Jadeja on the new role.
Mar 26, 2022 04:52 PM IST
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live: Jadeja ready to ‘fill in the big boots’
Dhoni’s announcement took many fans by surprise and it will be an odd sight to see Jadeja walking out for the toss. But the all-rounder is confident to “fill in the big boots.”
Mar 26, 2022 04:44 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live: Chennai’s illustrious journey
Chennai have had an illustrious spell since the league’s inception in 2008. Their IPL record has four titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021) and five runners-up finishes (2008, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019), making them one of the most consistent sides of the T20 league.
Mar 26, 2022 04:42 PM IST
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: All eyes on Ravindra Jadeja
One of the most consistent sides since the tournament’s inception in 2008, defeated Kolkata to lift their fourth IPL title last year. Ravindra Jadeja will have a key role to play this year after his elevation to the leadership role. MS Dhoni on Thursday passed over the CSK baton to the all-rounder in a surprise announcement.
Mar 26, 2022 04:39 PM IST
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the blockbuster season-opener between defending champions Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai!