Sanju Samson to Shivam Dube: How are CSK players performing in T20 World Cup 2026?

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Chennai Super Kings have a decent number of representatives in the T20 World Cup 2026. Ahead of the IPL 2026 season, they are in hope for their players to find form in the ongoing ICC tournament.

Even more exciting for the fans is seeing these CSK stars dominate the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 till the group stages. Here is a look at the new and old faces in the CSK camp and how they are performing on the world stage right now.

The Yellow Army: IPL 2026 Auction Highlights

CSK went into the auction with a clear focus on young Indian talent and reliable international bowlers. The biggest surprise was their massive investment in uncapped Indian players, signalling a future ready approach.

Before the auction, CSK completed a blockbuster trade masterstroke for Sanju Samson (₹18 crore), adding immense strength to their top-order. Key buys include the big money duo of Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer for a whopping ₹14.20 crore each, making them the joint-most expensive uncapped players in this auction. The leg-spin Spin department will be led by Rahul Chahar was brought in for ₹5.20 crore.

With existing and newly added international firepower of Akeal Hosein (₹2 crore) and Kiwi pace with Matt Henry (₹2 crore) and Zak Foulkes (₹75 lakh), they have built a formidable side to beat in the upcoming IPL.

CSK Stars in T20 World Cup 2026

While the IPL season is still a few weeks away, CSK players are already showing their class in the T20 World Cup being held in India and Sri Lanka.

Sanju Samson (India)

Sanju Samson made an immediate impact upon his inclusion in the XI. Against Namibia, Samson blazed his way to 22 runs off just 8 balls, hitting three sixes and a four. His aggressive intent at the top of the order is exactly what CSK fans are hoping to see in the upcoming IPL season.

Shivam Dube (India)

In India's recent group-stage match against the Netherlands, Dube smashed a blistering 66 runs off just 31 balls (including 4 fours and 6 sixes). His ability to clear the ropes at will has been crucial in India maintaining an all-win record heading into the Super 8s.

Nathan Ellis (Australia)

Retained by CSK for his death-over skills, Nathan Ellis was sensational for Australia. He recorded career-best figures of 4/12 against Ireland, but went wicketless in the other two as Australia crashed out early.

Matt Henry & Zak Foulkes (New Zealand)

Matt Henry has played four matches for the Kiwis and has picked up 4 wickets. His best bowling came against UAE where he picked up 2 wickets conceding 37 runs.

Meanwhile, young Zak Foulkes showed his batting potential with a lively cameo against India in the lead-up series and has been a steady part of the World Cup rotation. He is yet to play a match in the T20 World Cup.

Noor Ahmad (Afghanistan) & Akeal Hosein (West Indies)

Noor Ahmad has been disappointing in this T20 World Cup, with no wickets to his name in the tournament in the two matches that he played. He scored an unbeaten 15 in the enthralling Super Over clash against South Africa.

Akeal Hosein has been keeping it tight for the West Indies, notably picking up key wickets in their victory over England. He has so far picked up 3 wickets in four matches.

Dewald Brevis (South Africa)

South Africa's Dewald Brevis has so far scored 86 runs in four matches at an average of just over 21. He has managed starts in this tournament but is yet to score big. Brevis' top score came in the match against UAE where he amassed 36 off 25 balls.

The performance of these players in the T20 World Cup 2026 is a huge boost to Ruturaj Gaikwad's side. With the raw power of Dube and Samson, the craftiness of Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad, and the pace of Matt Henry and Nathan Ellis, CSK has a perfectly balanced squad.