Did CSK’s latest victory over MI in the IPL 2026 playoff race seal MI’s fate? On May 2, 2026, CSK defeated MI by 8 wickets at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. This win marks another chapter in their ongoing cricket rivalry.
Match statistics:
- CSK has now won 5 of the last 6 matches against MI.
- MI leads the overall count with 21 wins against CSK’s 18 out of 40 matches played.
- MI’s highest score against CSK is 219 runs.
- CSK’s lowest score against MI is 79 runs.
Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni were absent due to injuries during this match. Their absence impacted MI’s performance significantly. CSK capitalized on this opportunity to extend their dominance.
The rivalry between MI and CSK is often dubbed ‘El Clásico’ of the IPL. Historically, MI has won three out of four finals against CSK. However, recent form suggests that CSK is gaining the upper hand.
The next phase for MI involves critical matches as they strive to avoid elimination from the playoff race.
