Sanju Samson was back in the spotlight for Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday evening as they faced Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in a crucial IPL 2026 clash. The dynamic opener has been the backbone of CSK's batting lineup this season, and all eyes were on him to deliver yet another stellar performance.

Samson has been in scintillating form throughout IPL 2026, having already smashed two centuries. His maiden ton of the season came against none other than DC, setting the stage for a string of consistent performances. He followed that up with a blazing 101 off 54 balls against CSK's arch-rivals Mumbai Indians at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, cementing his status as the team's highest run-scorer.

However, cricket is a game of fine margins, and Samson experienced a dip in form against MI in their subsequent meeting, departing for just 11 runs off nine balls. Despite that minor setback, the CSK camp remained confident in his ability to bounce back, especially against a DC side he has dominated earlier this season.

As the match got underway, Samson was expected to open the innings once again, looking to replicate his earlier heroics at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Fans and analysts alike were eager to see if he could rediscover his golden touch and propel CSK to a vital victory in the playoff race.