Sarfaraz Khan gives CSK a quick lift and Rayudu buzz

Sarfaraz Khan gave Chennai Super Kings a quick lift against Punjab Kings in Match 7 of IPL 2026 at the M A Chidambaram Stadium. Batting at No 6, he made 32 off 12 with six fours and a six, helping CSK reach 209 for 5. Fans then started the Rayudu talk, and Vyshak Vijaykumar got the wicket and the Purple Cap.

Quick rundown

Sarfaraz Khan turned a brief stay into a full-blown boundary festival.
His 32 off 12 gave CSK a serious boost at Chepauk.
Fans were quick to crown him as the new Ambati Rayudu.
Vyshak Vijaykumar struck back and picked up his second wicket.
PBKS were in the chase, while CSK still needed a miracle or a bowling masterclass.

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Series

Indian Premier League
Pakistan Super League
New Zealand tour of Bangladesh
India Women tour of South Africa