CSK vs GT Playing 11, IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans Team News, Predicted Lineups

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) host the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 37th match of the TATA IPL 2026 bringing an electrifying clash to the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium.

CSK enter this fixture in monstrous form, having secured a dominant 103-run victory in their last outing against the Mumbai Indians, while GT is looking to bounce back from a closely fought defeat against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

For the home side, this match is an opportunity to consolidate their position and build on their recent winning momentum in front of their home fans. For Gujarat, with Sai Sudharsan back in magnificent run-scoring form, the focus will be on fixing a middle-order approach that has struggled to support their explosive top three in the opening weeks of the tournament. With the Chennai crowd expected to turn the stadium into a sea of yellow, this afternoon encounter promises high-octane drama and plenty of boundaries.

CSK vs GT Schedule

Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans, Match 37, IPL 2026
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM IST
Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

CSK vs GT Team News

The Super Kings have been heavily hit by injuries in their bowling department. Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out for the season, joining Nathan Ellis and Spencer Johnson on the sidelines. Furthermore, young opening sensation Ayush Mhatre was ruled out of the season following an injury against SRH, with Akash Madhwal joining the squad as his replacement. The biggest talking point remains MS Dhoni's match fitness. There is a strong chance that the legendary wicketkeeper, who has missed the entire season so far due to injury, might finally make his highly anticipated return to the playing XI. A key tactical advantage for CSK is the sensational form of Sanju Samson, who has smashed two incredible centuries in his last four innings.

The Gujarat Titans' strategy relies heavily on their top three to perform. Captain Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan who is fresh off a brilliant 101 off 58 balls against RCB are key to setting up massive totals, but they desperately need support from Jos Buttler and the lower middle-order. In the bowling department, the pace attack looks highly potent, with Prasidh Krishna leading the charge with 12 wickets and Kagiso Rabada finding his rhythm. Star spin bowler Rashid Khan has already picked up 8 wickets this season and will be the ultimate weapon for GT in exploiting the high-turn potential of the Chidambaram pitch during the middle overs.

CSK vs GT H2H Record

It is a fierce and evenly matched rivalry between the two sides, sharing an equal number of victories.
Matches Played: 8
CSK Wins: 4
GT Wins: 4
No Result: 0

CSK vs GT Predicted Playing 11

Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni (wk), Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Mukesh Choudhary.

Impact Player Options: Akeal Hosein, Akash Madhwal, Kartik Sharma.

Gujarat Titans (GT): Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma, Prasidh Krishna.

Impact Player Options: Rahul Tewatia, Jason Holder.