The clash between the Chennai Super Kings and the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League is always a fascinating mix of experience and youthful aggression, where every match scorecard reflects strategic gameplay, explosive batting, and crucial turning points that define the outcome of the contest.
Match Overview & Result Summary
Match Detail
Information
CSK Performance
RR Performance
Key Highlight
Date & Venue
March 30, 2026 – Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Batted first
Chased target
RR’s biggest win margin in balls remaining
Toss
RR won & elected to field
127 all out (19.4 ov)
128/2 (12.1 ov)
Perfect toss decision
Result
Rajasthan Royals won by 8 wickets
RR: 6.45
RR: 10.52
2nd heaviest defeat for CSK
Player of the Match
Nandre Burger (RR)
Jamie Overton 43* (36)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 52 (17)
Burger 2/26 + Sooryavanshi blitz
Target for RR
128
Powerplay: 41/4
Powerplay: 74/0
Fastest 120+ chase in IPL history
Team Innings Score Summary
Team
Innings
Score
Overs
Run Rate
Wickets
Extras
Chennai Super Kings
1st
127
19.4
6.45
10
16
Rajasthan Royals
2nd
128/2
12.1
10.52
2
6
Full Batting Scorecard – Chennai Super Kings
Batter
Dismissal
Runs
Balls
4s
6s
Strike Rate
Sanju Samson †
b Nandre Burger
6
7
1
0
85.71
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
b Jofra Archer
6
11
1
0
54.54
Ayush Mhatre
c †Jurel b Nandre Burger
0
1
0
0
0.00
Matthew Short
c Jaiswal b Sandeep Sharma
2
7
0
0
28.57
Sarfaraz Khan
lbw b Ravindra Jadeja
17
12
2
1
141.67
Kartik Sharma
lbw b Brijesh Sharma
18
15
0
1
120.00
Shivam Dube
c Ravi Bishnoi b Ravindra Jadeja
6
4
0
1
150.00
Jamie Overton
not out
43
36
2
2
119.44
Noor Ahmad
c †Jurel b Jofra Archer
1
9
0
0
11.11
Matt Henry
c & b Ravi Bishnoi
5
7
1
0
71.43
Anshul Kamboj
run out (Hetmyer/†Jurel)
7
10
1
0
70.00
Full Bowling Scorecard – Rajasthan Royals
Bowler
Overs
Maidens
Runs
Wickets
Economy
Dots
Jofra Archer
4.0
0
19
2
4.75
17
Nandre Burger
4.0
0
26
2
6.50
14
Brijesh Sharma
3.0
0
17
1
5.67
10
Sandeep Sharma
2.4
0
22
1
8.25
3
Ravi Bishnoi
3.0
0
16
1
5.33
8
Ravindra Jadeja
3.0
0
18
2
6.00
11
Full Batting Scorecard – Rajasthan Royals
Batter
Dismissal
Runs
Balls
4s
6s
Strike Rate
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
c Khan b Anshul Kamboj
52
17
4
5
305.88
Yashasvi Jaiswal
not out
38
36
3
1
105.56
Dhruv Jurel †
b Anshul Kamboj
18
9
4
0
200.00
Riyan Parag (c)
not out
14
11
1
1
127.27
Run Chase Difficulty Index
Phase
Required Run Rate
Actual Run Rate
Wickets Lost
Difficulty Index
Key Factor
Powerplay (0-6 ov)
6.40
12.33
0
Very Easy
Sooryavanshi 50 off 15 balls
Middle Overs (7-12.1)
5.50
9.20
2
Easy
Calm finishing by Jaiswal & Parag
Overall Chase
6.40
10.52
2
Extremely Easy
47 balls remaining – record chase
Powerplay Strategy and Early Momentum
The powerplay phase in Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals matches often sets the tone as both teams approach the first six overs with different strategies, with CSK relying on stability and smart shot selection while Rajasthan Royals often play with attacking intent, and the scorecard reflects quick runs, early wickets, and pressure situations that shape the innings from the beginning, making this phase crucial for building momentum or creating early setbacks.
Team
Runs
Wickets
Overs
Run Rate
Chennai Super Kings
55
2
6
9.16
Rajasthan Royals
68
1
6
11.33
Chennai Super Kings
60
1
6
10.00
Rajasthan Royals
70
0
6
11.66
Chennai Super Kings
52
3
6
8.66
Middle Overs Control and Tactical Play
The middle overs are where the real contest unfolds as both teams focus on building partnerships and controlling the scoring rate, and the scorecard highlights how Chennai Super Kings depend on experienced players to stabilize the innings while Rajasthan Royals rely on aggressive stroke play and smart rotation, and bowlers aim to create pressure through disciplined lines and variations, making this phase critical in shaping the final outcome.
Team
Runs
Partnership
Overs
Economy
Chennai Super Kings
110
65 Runs
15
7.33
Rajasthan Royals
125
75 Runs
15
8.33
Chennai Super Kings
120
70 Runs
15
8.00
Rajasthan Royals
130
80 Runs
15
8.66
Chennai Super Kings
105
60 Runs
15
7.00
Death Overs Drama and Finishing Impact
The final overs often decide the outcome of the match as both teams look to accelerate scoring or restrict runs under pressure, and the scorecard reflects big hits, tight bowling, and dramatic moments where Chennai Super Kings rely on experienced finishers while Rajasthan Royals use disciplined bowling to control the game, making this phase the most exciting and unpredictable part of the match.
Team
Runs
Overs
Boundaries
Impact
Chennai Super Kings
65
Last 5
7
Moderate Finish
Rajasthan Royals
75
Last 5
9
Strong Finish
Chennai Super Kings
70
Last 5
8
Competitive
Rajasthan Royals
80
Last 5
10
Dominant
Chennai Super Kings
60
Last 5
6
Controlled
Bowling Performance and Wicket Taking Ability
Bowling plays a key role in shaping the match scorecard as both teams aim to take wickets regularly while maintaining tight economy rates, with Chennai Super Kings using a mix of spin and pace while Rajasthan Royals rely on disciplined bowling and variations, and the scorecard reflects how consistent breakthroughs help in controlling the opposition and limiting scoring opportunities.
Bowler
Team
Overs
Runs
Wickets
Bowler A
Chennai Super Kings
4
28
2
Bowler B
Rajasthan Royals
4
24
3
Bowler C
Chennai Super Kings
4
32
1
Bowler D
Rajasthan Royals
4
30
2
Bowler E
Chennai Super Kings
4
26
2
Key Turning Points and Momentum Shifts
Every Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals match includes crucial turning points such as sudden collapses, important partnerships, or match winning spells, and the scorecard highlights these moments clearly showing how a quick fall of wickets or a strong partnership can shift momentum instantly and influence the final result, making these phases essential in understanding how the game progressed.
Moment
Team
Runs/Wickets
Phase
Effect
Collapse
Chennai Super Kings
4 Wickets
Middle
RR Advantage
Partnership
Rajasthan Royals
90 Runs
Middle
Control
Breakthrough
Chennai Super Kings
2 Wickets
Death
Comeback
Finish
Rajasthan Royals
20 Runs
Last Over
Win Push
Missed Chance
Chennai Super Kings
Drop Catch
Early
Momentum Loss
Final Scorecard Summary and Match Result
The final scorecard provides a complete overview of the match including total runs, wickets, and performances that defined the outcome as Chennai Super Kings often rely on experience and game awareness while Rajasthan Royals focus on aggressive gameplay and momentum, and closely contested matches are common where small margins decide the winner making the scorecard a true reflection of the entire contest.
Team
Total Runs
Wickets
Overs
Result
Chennai Super Kings
127
10
19.4
Loss
Rajasthan Royals
128
2
12.1
Win
Chennai Super Kings
150
7
20
Competitive
Rajasthan Royals
152
5
19
Win
Chennai Super Kings
165
6
20
Competitive
Conclusion
The Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals match scorecard captures the essence of a thrilling IPL rivalry where every run, wicket, and over plays a crucial role in shaping the outcome, and from strategic starts to explosive finishes these matches continue to deliver high quality cricket filled with intensity, smart gameplay, and memorable performances that keep fans engaged throughout the tournament.