Chennai Super Kings (CSK) host Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 37 of IPL 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), Chennai on Sunday, April 26, 2026. This is an afternoon match starting at 3:30 PM IST (toss at 3:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
CSK vs GT IPL 2026 Match 37: Quick Details
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | CSK vs GT, IPL 2026 Match 37 |
| Date | Sunday, April 26, 2026 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST (Toss at 3:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), Chennai |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada (+ HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
How to Watch CSK vs GT Live in India
On TV: Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 matches in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Available on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Bundled access available through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
Note: This is a Sunday afternoon match (3:30 PM IST), part of a double-header day. Plan your viewing accordingly.
CSK vs GT: Probable Playing XIs
Here are the Probable Playing XI of Both Teams:
Chennai Super Kings Probable XI
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Sanju Samson (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, MS Dhoni [VERIFY availability] / Moeen Ali, Rahul Tripathi, Ali Milne / Devon Conway, Akeal Hosein, Anshul Kamboj, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Choudhary, Nathan Ellis [VERIFY injury].
Gujarat Titans Probable XI
Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ashok Sharma / Manav Suthar.
Key Player Battles to Watch
Sanju Samson vs Rashid Khan: Samson is CSK’s most dangerous batter this season. Rashid has 8 wickets in this rivalry. On a Chepauk turner, Rashid’s googlies against Samson’s sweep play could define the middle overs.
Ruturaj Gaikwad vs GT’s pace attack: Ruturaj has 350 runs in this rivalry at 50.00, the all-time leading scorer. Rabada and Prasidh need to get him early before he settles. Ruturaj at Chepauk in an afternoon match, with no dew, is a dangerous proposition for any bowling attack.
Akeal Hosein vs GT’s right-handers: Hosein’s left-arm spin on a Chepauk afternoon pitch is a nightmare matchup for GT’s right-handed middle order of Phillips, Tewatia, and Shahrukh Khan. This could be the match-winning spell.
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), Chennai
Chepauk is the slowest, most spin-friendly pitch in the IPL. This is where CSK have built their dynasty. Average scores here are significantly lower than at venues like Chinnaswamy or Wankhede.
In IPL 2026, the first-innings average at Chepauk is 158 runs with an average of 6 wickets falling. The average strike rate is 132.47 (first innings) and 128.82 (second innings). Scoring freely is tough here. A total of 165-180 is competitive.
Since this is an afternoon match (3:30 PM), dew will not be a factor. The ball will grip and turn throughout. This heavily favours CSK’s spin-heavy approach over GT’s pace-reliant strategy.
Weather: 34°C during the day, around 28-32°C during the match. No rain expected. Hot and humid conditions that will test player fitness, especially in the field.
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Final Thoughts
CSK vs GT at Chepauk is a Sunday afternoon battle between desperation and momentum. Tune in at 3:30 PM IST on Sunday, April 26 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
CSK’s unbeaten Chepauk record vs GT. The 2023 Final memories (Jadeja’s 6 and 4 off the last 2 balls). Chepauk’s spin vs GT’s pace. Ruturaj’s 350 runs in this rivalry vs Gill’s 265. And a no-dew afternoon that strips away every advantage GT usually rely on. CSK’s season depends on this one.
