Sanju Samson hits IPL century

The CSK captain shared a vital 113-run partnership with youngster Ayush Mhatre, who was controversially retired out on 59 to allow for late-inning acceleration.

Jamie Overton’s four-wicket haul then ensured a comfortable 23-run win for the defending champions.

The victory moves CSK up to ninth in the table and silences critics after a winless start to the campaign.

Delhi Capitals remain in fourth place despite the loss, with management citing early wicket losses as the primary reason for their failure to chase the target.