Chennai Super Kings pulled off a spectacular high-scoring chase at Chepauk, defeating Lucknow Super Giants by 5 wickets in Match 53 of IPL 2026 on May 10.
A breathtaking 13-ball half-century from Urvil Patel completely dismantled the LSG bowling attack during the Powerplay. Despite a flurry of middle-order wickets, Shivam Dube and Impact Player Prashant Veer remained calm to guide the home side across the line with four balls to spare.
Match Summary: LSG vs CSK, IPL 2026 Match 53
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| LSG Score | 203/8 (20 overs) |
| CSK Score | 208/5 (19.2 overs) |
| Match Result | CSK won by 5 wickets (4 balls left) |
| Best Batting (CSK) | Urvil Patel – 65 off 23 balls |
| Best Bowling (CSK) | Jamie Overton – 3/36 in 4 overs |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk |
LSG Innings: 203/8 in 20 Overs
Lucknow Super Giants posted a formidable total thanks to a blistering start from Josh Inglis, who smashed 85 off just 33 balls with 10 sixes. LSG were cruising at 77/0 in the 6th over before Jamie Overton (3/36) triggered a middle-order collapse, removing Inglis and Rishabh Pant in quick succession.
Shahbaz Ahmed provided the late impetus with an unbeaten 43 off 25 balls, ensuring the visitors crossed the 200-run mark. While the pace bowlers struggled, Noor Ahmad was the standout for CSK, bowling with great control to finish with figures of 1/24 in his 4 overs.
LSG Innings At A Glance
| Details | LSG Innings |
|---|---|
| Total | 203/8 in 20 overs |
| Powerplay | 89/1 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Josh Inglis – 85 off 33 balls |
| Best Partnership | Inglis & Mitchell Marsh – 77 runs |
| Best Bowling (CSK) | Jamie Overton – 3/36 (4 overs) |
CSK Chase: 208/5 in 19.2 Overs
The chase was defined by Urvil Patel’s record-breaking assault. Patel reached his fifty in just 13 balls (the fastest of the season), eventually scoring 65 off 23 balls with 8 massive sixes. His aggression powered CSK to 97/1 within the Powerplay, effectively breaking the back of the chase.
Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (42 off 28) and Sanju Samson (28) provided the necessary support. Despite a brief stumble where Digvesh Rathi (2/45) and Shahbaz Ahmed (2/30) picked up quick wickets, Shivam Dube (15)* and Prashant Veer (17)* ensured no further hiccups, reaching the target in the final over.
CSK Chase At A Glance
| Details | CSK Chase |
|---|---|
| Target | 204 runs |
| Total | 208/5 in 19.2 overs |
| Powerplay | 97/1 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Urvil Patel – 65 off 23 balls |
| Best Bowling (LSG) | Shahbaz Ahmed – 2/30 (3 overs) |
Key Highlights
- Urvil’s 13-ball Fifty: Urvil Patel’s strike rate of 282.60 was the highest in a 50+ score this season, featuring 7 sixes in the first 13 deliveries he faced.
- Inglis’ 10-Six Blitz: Josh Inglis threatened to take the game away single-handedly, scoring nearly 75% of his runs in sixes before Overton’s intervention.
- Shahbaz’s All-round Value: Shahbaz Ahmed was LSG’s best performer, contributing a vital 43* with the bat and taking 2/30 to keep the game alive until the last over.
Player of the Match
Urvil Patel (CSK): A clear choice for his explosive 65 off 23 balls. His unprecedented aggression during the first six overs turned a daunting 204-run chase into a comfortable victory for the Super Kings.
