Chennai Super Kings defeated the Mumbai Indians by 8 wickets to secure their fourth win in the IPL 2026. Chasing 160, they reached the target in 18.1 overs with Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma scoring fifties in the winning cause. Earlier, MI were restricted to 159 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Naman Dhir was the only batter who posted a half-century for the visiting side. Anshul Kamboj and Noor Ahmad took three wickets and 2 wickets, respectively.

Full Scorecard – CSK vs MI Match 44 IPL 2026, May 2

Chennai Super Kings 160 for 2 (Gaikwad 67*, Kartik 54*, Bumrah 1-20) beat Mumbai Indians 159 for 7 (Dhir 57, Rickelton 37, Kamboj 3-32, Noor 2-26) by eight wickets

Match Highlights & Key Moments

The unbroken 98-run stand between Ruturaj and Kartik put MI out of the game. Gaikwad amassed an unbeaten 67 runs in 48 balls, including 5 fours and 2 sixes. On the other hand, Kartik accumulated 54 not out in 40 deliveries, with the help of 4 boundaries and 3 maximums. Mumbai were 99 for 2 in 10.3, but the five-time champions lost their way and added just 60 runs in the remaining 57 balls.

Player of the Match

Gaikwad was named the Player of the Match for his impressive knock.

What This Result Means for IPL 2026

With just 4 points from 9 matches, the Mumbai Indians have been eliminated from the playoff race. However, Chennai Super Kings are still alive, having recorded 8 points from 9 fixtures.

FAQs – Yesterday’s CSK vs MI Match 44 IPL 2026

Q1: Who won yesterday’s CSK vs MI match?

A1:  CSK defeated MI by 8 wickets in Chennai.

Q2: Who was the Player of the Match in the CSK vs MI match?

A2:  Ruturaj Gaikwad was adjudged the Player of the Match.

Q3: What was the final score of yesterday’s match?

A3: CSK vs MI

Chennai Super Kings 160 for 2 (Gaikwad 67*, Kartik 54*, Bumrah 1-20)

Mumbai Indians 159 for 7 (Dhir 57, Rickelton 37, Kamboj 3-32, Noor 2-26)