Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 8 wickets on May 2, 2026, at Chepauk Stadium. This victory marks CSK’s fifth win in their last six encounters against MI.
CSK’s win probability during the match was 100%, while MI’s was 0%. This result highlights CSK’s current dominance in their rivalry. MI has now suffered two consecutive defeats against CSK in IPL 2026.
Key match statistics:
- CSK has won five of the last six matches against MI.
- MI leads the overall head-to-head record with 21 wins, while CSK has 19.
- Both teams have claimed five IPL trophies each.
- CSK’s largest win margin against MI is 103 runs, achieved on April 23, 2026.
- MI’s highest score against CSK is 219 runs.
The rivalry between these teams is often referred to as ‘El Clásico’ of the IPL. Key players such as Ruturaj Gaikwad for CSK and Hardik Pandya for MI played pivotal roles in the match.