Gujarat Titans have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in the 37th match of IPL 2026. A, while chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Notably, Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to remain out of the playing squad and has not featured in any match so far this season.
Toss Decision and Team Changes
Gujarat Titans won the toss against CSK and opted to field first. Chennai Super Kings have made one change to their Playing-11 for this encounter. The absence of MS Dhoni remains a significant point of discussion as he has been unable to participate in any match during the current season.
Playing 11 for both teams
CSK: Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain), Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hussain, Noor Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh.
Gujarat: Sai Sudarshan, Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Manav Suthar.
Current Standings in Points Table
Chennai Super Kings enter this match with momentum, having secured victories in 3 out of their last 4 matches. This run of form has placed them in the fifth position on the points table. Conversely, Gujarat Titans are currently positioned at the seventh spot. 790.
Match Context and Significance
Gujarat Titans have won the toss and decided to bowl first against CSK. CSK has implemented one change in their playing XI. 790. Chennai Super Kings will look to maintain their winning streak to further solidify their position in the top half of the table.