Chennai Super Kings batting coach Mike Hussey. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Chennai Super Kings seized control early, winning the PowerPlay battle against Sunrisers Hyderabad on its own turf – something few teams manage with such authority. Even after losing Sanju Samson early, it surged ahead thanks to Ayush Mhatre’s blistering 13-ball 30, putting itself firmly on course for a third straight win. Mhatre tore into Praful Hinge, smashing five boundaries in a single over and barely needing to run between the wickets. Ironically, it was running that cut short both his innings and CSK’s momentum. Responding to Ruturaj Gaikwad’s call for a quick two, he completed the runs but immediately clutched his hamstring. Published – April 19, 2026 01:57 pm IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation Actor Parthiban moves Madras High Court seeking ‘no caste, no religion’ certificate IPL 2026: In difficult situations, you have to take responsibility and be mature, says Heinrich Klaasen