Chennai Super Kings' Gurjapneet Singh Claims Maiden IPL Wicket on First Delivery Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) in an IPL 2026 match on April 12, 2026. The game saw the debut of 6-foot-3-inch fast bowler Gurjapneet Singh, who made an immediate impact by dismissing DC captain Akshar Patel on his first delivery. This achievement marked Singh as the 17th bowler in IPL history to take a wicket on his maiden ball, joining an elite group that includes legends like Ishant Sharma and Shane Harwood. Singh, who was retained by CSK for the 2026 season after missing IPL 2025 due to injury, delivered a stunning performance. His first over ended with a wicket as Patel was caught by Sarfaraz Khan at backward point. The catch, which required a high jump and a long run, sparked celebrations among CSK players. The match itself was a dominant display by CSK, who posted 212 runs for the loss of two wickets in their batting innings. Sanju Samson scored 115 not out from 56 balls, while Ayush Mhatre contributed 59 with four sixes and three fours before retiring hurt. Delhi Capitals struggled in their chase, managing only 189 runs. Akshar Patel, DC's opener, was the only wicketfall for CSK's bowlers, as the hosts' attack dominated the second half of the innings. Singh's performance was a testament to his readiness for the IPL, having previously represented India A and showcased his pace and accuracy in domestic cricket. Gurjapneet Singh's career highlights include 33 first-class wickets at an average of 22.06 and 17 List-A wickets at 20.41. In T20 cricket, he has taken 22 wickets at 24.38 in 16 matches. His IPL debut was a significant milestone, as he now joins a select group of players who achieved the rare feat of dismissing a batter on their first ball.#chennai_super_kings #akshar_patel #sarfaraz_khan #delhi_capitals #gurjapneet_singh
