CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction, Match 7, IPL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates

Chennai Super Kings set to face Punjab Kings in the 7th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday, April 3.

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CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
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Preview

In the seventh match of the IPL 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS). Chennai Super Kings endured a disappointing campaign last season, and their struggles have continued into the current edition as well. They suffered an eight-wicket defeat against the Rajasthan Royals in their opening match. Batting first, Chennai’s top order failed to make an impact. However, the middle order played well as Jamie Overton provided some resistance with a crucial 43-run innings, helping the team post a modest total of 127. 

However, Rajasthan’s young batting lineup chased down the target comfortably in just 12.1 overs. Moving forward, Chennai will need to address both their batting inconsistencies and bowling deficiencies to improve their performance.

On the other hand, the Punjab Kings have carried forward their impressive form from last season into this tournament. They began their campaign with a three-wicket victory over the Gujarat Titans. Gujarat, batting first, set a target of 162 runs, which Punjab successfully chased down in the final over. The top order contributed effectively, with Prabhsimran Singh scoring 37 runs, while Cooper Connolly played a match-winning knock of 72. In the bowling department, Vijaykumar Vyshak delivered an excellent spell, claiming three wickets for 34 runs in four overs, while Yuzvendra Chahal chipped in with two wickets.


Match Information

Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings, Match 7

Indian Premier League, 3 Apr 2026, Fri, 7:30 PM IST, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai

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Weather Report

stadiumMA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai

Clouds

28.4°C

humidity78% (Humidity)

Injury and availability news

(Will be added when there is an update)

Pitch Report

The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is usually a spin-friendly pitch. In T20 matches, the conditions don't fully favour batsmen and fast bowlers because of the slow surface. Fielding first is often a better choice here, though chasing can also be competitive. Batsmen need to play cautiously to score well. The average first innings score in the IPL is about 160 here.

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160

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Player Picks

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Sanju Samson CSK | WK

Sanju Samson is an excellent top-order batter and has consistently performed well in the recent past. He scored 4710 runs with a strike rate of 139 in 178 IPL games. He has the ability to perform well this season.

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9.5
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Cooper Connolly PBKS | ALL

Cooper Connolly is a brilliant T20 batter and is currently in good form. He has scored 72 runs in the last game against Gujarat. He is a key player for Punjab this season.

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7.5

Karthik Sharma

CSK | WK

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8

Marcus Stoinis

PBKS | BAT

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Teams will be updated after Toss

Last Updated On - Apr 2 2026 4:31 PM

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PBKS

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Sanju Samson
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8.5

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Prabhsimran Singh

6

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Ayush Mhatre

7.5

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Shreyas Iyer

7

Priyansh Arya
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Priyansh Arya

8

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Marco Jansen

9

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Jamie Overton

9

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Shivam Dube

7

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Cooper Connolly
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9.5

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Noor Ahmad

7

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Vijaykumar Vyshak

8

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