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Rathi strikes back: Samson dismissed after boundary barrage!
10 May
Summary
- Digvesh Rathi dismissed Sanju Samson after conceding boundaries.
- Samson scored 28 runs off 14 balls before his dismissal.
- LSG posted 203/8, with Josh Inglis scoring 85 runs.
On May 10, 2026, Lucknow Super Giants bowler Digvesh Rathi achieved a significant wicket, dismissing Chennai Super Kings' batter Sanju Samson in their IPL 2026 match. This dismissal occurred immediately after Samson had smashed Rathi for a six and a four. Samson departed for 28 runs from 14 deliveries, marking the first wicket for CSK at 45 runs. Rathi's successful comeback followed four wicketless outings in previous matches.
Following Samson's departure, Urvil Patel took charge, scoring an unbeaten 42 off just 9 balls and aiding CSK to reach 97/1 after six overs. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad also contributed with 26 runs from 13 balls. Earlier, LSG set a challenging target of 203/8, largely due to Josh Inglis's blistering 85 runs off 33 balls. Shahbaz Ahmed added a finishing touch with an unbeaten 43 off 25 balls.
CSK's bowling efforts were led by Jamie Overton, who took three wickets for 36 runs, and Anshul Kamboj, who secured two wickets. A victory for CSK in this match would propel them to 12 points, strengthening their playoff aspirations for IPL 2026.
