After three low scores, Sanju Samson returned to form with a century as Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals by 23 runs to register their first win of IPL 2026 in Chennai on Saturday.Samson (115 not out, 56 balls) and Ayush Mahatre (59, 36 balls) added 113 runs for the second wicket to take CSK to 212 for two. Delhi Capitals struggled against Jamie Overton, who took 4/18, and were bowled out for 189.Tristan Stubbs (60) delayed the inevitable for DC with a spirited half-century.It was Chennai Super Kings’ first win of the season, while Delhi Capitals recorded their second consecutive loss.There were tense moments during the match after the Delhi Capitals players, including Nitish Rana, questioned the umpire over the rejection of Tristan Stubbs’ request for a glove change.The incident occurred during the chase when Stubbs asked to change his gloves in the 19th over. He looked uncomfortable, sweaty gloves affecting his grip. After the request was rejected, Nitish Rana spoke to the umpire saying that playing with wet gloves can affect performance and safety.Soon after, on the third ball of the 19th over, Stubbs was dismissed to Jamie Overton at mid-off, caught by Noor Ahmed. Stubbs went back and dropped his bat and gloves on the way to the dressing room. Stubbs requested a change of gloves before being dismissed but the request was denied by the fourth umpire.With the win, CSK moved to ninth place with one win and three losses, while DC finished fourth with two wins and two losses.
