Gaikwad blames CSK bowling lapse in PBKS defeat
At Chepauk on Friday, Ruturaj Gaikwad said CSK lost to Punjab Kings because the bowling spell went awry at the wrong moment. The five time champions, now winless in two IPL 2026 matches, saw Priyansh Arya blaze 39 off 11 as Punjab chased 209 with eight balls to spare.
Quick rundown
- CSK’s bowling had an off day, and the scoreboard did the rest.
- A solid 209 wasn’t enough to save the yellow brigade.
- Priyansh Arya’s 39 off 11 stole the spotlight in a hurry.
- Gaikwad felt the middle overs never gave CSK the momentum they needed.
- Next stop: a quick turnaround against RCB at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
