Chennai Super Kings host Punjab Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium tonight in a crucial clash between two evenly-matched rivals. PBKS arrive with momentum after defeating Gujarat Titans, while CSK seek redemption following their worst batting performance in the opening round at Guwahati.
The head-to-head stands perfectly balanced at 16-16, but recent history favors the visitors, PBKS have dominated with a 6-1 record in recent times, including three consecutive Chepauk wins (2023, 2024, 2025).
Cooper Connolly’s match-winning IPL debut strengthens PBKS, while CSK hope for Dewald Brevis’ return. MS Dhoni remains sidelined. Shreyas Iyer confirmed fit after injury scare.
Where to Watch CSK vs PBKS IPL 2026 Live?
Indian fans can watch the match live on Star Sports Network with streaming available on JioHotstar. International viewers can access the game through their regional broadcasters and streaming platforms.
Live Streaming by Country
| Country | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi | JioHotstar |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Kayo Sports | Kayo Sports |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go, TVNZ+ |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv |
| Sri Lanka | Sony Six | Sony LIV |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV, T Sports | Rabbithole |
| Middle East | OSN Sports | OSN Streaming |
| Other Regions | — | JioHotstar (with VPN) |
Live Streaming Apps for IPL 2026
For fans on the go, several apps offer live streaming:
| App Name | Available In | Platform | Subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| JioHotstar | India | iOS, Android, Web | Free with Jio / Paid Premium |
| Willow by Cricbuzz | USA, Canada | iOS, Android | Subscription required |
| Sky Go | UK, New Zealand | iOS, Android | Sky subscription required |
| Kayo Sports | Australia | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
| SuperSport App | South Africa | iOS, Android | DStv subscription required |
| Sony LIV | Sri Lanka, Select Regions | iOS, Android, Web | Free & Premium tiers |
| Tapmad | Pakistan | iOS, Android | Free & Premium tiers |
| MYCO | Pakistan | iOS, Android | Subscription required |
| Tamasha | Pakistan | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
The Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 match will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network in India with streaming on JioHotstar. International viewers can access via their regional broadcasters listed above.
How to Watch Using VPN (For Restricted Regions)
If IPL is not available in your region, you can use a VPN:
- Choose a Reliable VPN Service: Select NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark, or CyberGhost
- Download and Install the VPN App: Get the application on your device
- Connect to an Indian Server: Access JioHotstar by connecting to an Indian VPN server
- Visit JioHotstar: Open the JioHotstar app or website
- Create an Account or Log In: May require Indian payment method or subscription
- Start Streaming: Enjoy the match once connected
Note: Using VPNs may violate streaming platforms’ terms of service. Check policies before proceeding.
CSK vs PBKS Probable XIs – IPL 2026
Chennai Super Kings hope for Dewald Brevis’ return after he batted comfortably in nets away from main group. Sanju Samson makes home debut for CSK but has poor Chepauk record (avg 13.16, SR 105.33). MS Dhoni remains sidelined. Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer confirmed fit after injury scare, looked imperious in practice. Cooper Connolly continues at No. 3 after match-winning IPL debut against GT.
Chennai Super Kings Probable XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Sanju Samson (wk), Ayush Mhatre, Kartik Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Prashant Veer, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj/Matt Henry
Punjab Kings Probable XI: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal/Vijaykumar Vyshak
Related Reads:
- IPL 2026 Points Table: Latest Standings & Rankings
- IPL 2026 Schedule: Complete Fixtures, Venues & Timings
CSK vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | 32 | 16 | 16 | 50.00% |
| Punjab Kings | 32 | 16 | 16 | 50.00% |
Recent Form: PBKS dominated with 6-1 record in recent encounters. Most impressively, PBKS won at Chepauk in 2023, 2024, and 2025—no other team has achieved three consecutive wins at CSK’s fortress. PBKS seeking fourth straight Chepauk win.
CSK Home Struggles: Lost 5 games and won only 1 at home in 2025 season.
