IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Dominate Chennai Super Kings in Match 66

Result & One-Paragraph Recap

In a commanding performance at the Narendra Modi Stadium on May 21, 2026, Gujarat Titans secured an 89-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in Match 66 of the IPL 2026 season. Opting to bat first, Gujarat posted a formidable total of 229/4 in their 20 overs. In response, Chennai’s batting faltered under pressure, and they were all out for 140 in 13.4 overs. Mohammed Siraj was named Player of the Match for his outstanding bowling performance. (ipl.com)

First Innings Summary

Gujarat Titans’ innings was anchored by Sai Sudharsan, who top-scored with 84 runs off 53 balls, including seven fours and four sixes. Captain Shubman Gill provided solid support with 64 runs from 37 balls, featuring seven boundaries and three sixes. Jos Buttler added an unbeaten 57 runs off 27 balls, striking five fours and four sixes. The team concluded their innings at 229/4 in 20 overs. (ipl.com)

Second Innings Summary

Chasing a daunting target, Chennai Super Kings’ innings was marked by early setbacks. Sanju Samson was dismissed for a duck on the first ball, caught by Jos Buttler off Mohammed Siraj’s bowling. Matthew Short contributed 24 runs off 14 balls, and Ruturaj Gaikwad added 16 runs from seven balls. Shivam Dube’s aggressive knock of 47 runs off 17 balls, including four fours and four sixes, was the highlight of Chennai’s innings. However, the team was all out for 140 in 13.4 overs, falling short by 89 runs. (ipl.com)

Top Performers — Batting

Gujarat Titans

• Sai Sudharsan: 84 runs off 53 balls
• Shubman Gill: 64 runs off 37 balls
• Jos Buttler: Unbeaten 57 runs off 27 balls

Chennai Super Kings

• Shivam Dube: 47 runs off 17 balls
• Matthew Short: 24 runs off 14 balls
• Ruturaj Gaikwad: 16 runs off 7 balls

Top Performers — Bowling

Gujarat Titans

• Mohammed Siraj: 3 wickets for 26 runs in 3 overs
• Rashid Khan: 3 wickets for 18 runs in 2 overs
• Kagiso Rabada: 3 wickets for 32 runs in 3.4 overs

Chennai Super Kings

• Mukesh Choudhary: 1 wicket for 36 runs in 4 overs
• Spencer Johnson: 1 wicket for 47 runs in 4 overs
• Anshul Kamboj: 1 wicket for 56 runs in 4 overs

Turning Points

• Early Breakthroughs: Mohammed Siraj’s dismissal of Sanju Samson on the first ball set the tone for Gujarat’s dominance. (ipl.com)
• Shivam Dube’s Counterattack: Dube’s aggressive 47 off 17 balls provided a brief resurgence for Chennai, but it was not enough to chase down the target. (ipl.com)
• Middle-Order Collapse: The quick succession of wickets, including the dismissals of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Urvil Patel, halted Chennai’s progress. (ipl.com)

Points Table Implications

This decisive victory propelled Gujarat Titans to 18 points, strengthening their position for a top-two finish in the league standings. Conversely, Chennai Super Kings’ defeat, coupled with their earlier losses, led to their elimination from the playoff race, marking the end of their IPL 2026 campaign. (ipl.com)

Watch highlights

For a comprehensive view of the match’s key moments, you can watch the official highlights on the IPL’s official website. (ipl.com)