Faf du Plessis Lauds Ruturaj Gaikwad After CSK's IPL 2026 Win Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s leadership was lauded by South African cricketer Faf du Plessis following CSK’s 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League 2026. The win marked CSK’s first success of the tournament, ending a six-match home losing streak. Du Plessis, speaking on Star Sports, praised Gaikwad’s tactical discipline and composed captaincy, even during earlier matches where the team faced setbacks. “Ruturaj Gaikwad’s captaincy has been very good. Even in the previous games, there were no tactical blunders or errors from his side that are keeping CSK back,” du Plessis said. He emphasized that the win would bolster Gaikwad’s confidence, which in turn would positively impact his performance as both a leader and a batter. “For him individually, to get that confidence going, this win will go a long way. This will reflect in his batting as well. As a captain, sometimes you get burdened by the results and what is happening around you. Ruturaj will feel at ease now that he has put two points on the board for CSK,” du Plessis added. The match saw CSK post a competitive total of 212 for 2 in 20 overs, driven by standout performances from Samson (115 not out in 56 balls, including 15 fours and four sixes) and Ayush Mhatre (59 in 36 balls, with three fours and four sixes). Delhi Capitals, batting second, struggled to chase the target, with their innings marred by consistent wicket-taking efforts from Deepak Overton (4 wickets for 18 runs) and Kamboj (3 wickets for 35 runs). During the chase, Pathum Nissanka contributed 41 runs off 24 balls, forming a 62-run partnership with KL Rahul, while Tristan Stubbs scored a resilient 60 off 30 balls.#chennai_super_kings #ruturaj_gaikwad #star_sports #faf_du_plessis #indian_premier_league_2026
IPL 2026: SRH vs LSG Match Preview and Live Streaming Details Sunrisers Hyderabad will return to home conditions as they face Lucknow Super Giants in the first game of Sunday’s IPL 2026 double-header at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. The match, scheduled for April 5, will start at 3:30 PM IST. SRH enters the contest with confidence after opening their account in style with a commanding 65-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. They posted a total of 226, with key contributions from Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma, and Travis Head. Their bowlers delivered a clinical performance, dismissing KKR for 161 in under 16 overs. Jaydev Unadkat led the bowling attack with three wickets, while Eshan Malinga and Nitish Kumar Reddy each claimed two. Lucknow Super Giants, on the other hand, will be eager to bounce back from a disappointing performance against Delhi Capitals. Batting at home, LSG struggled to find rhythm and were bowled out for 141. The target proved well below par as Delhi Capitals chased it down comfortably, with Sameer Rizvi scoring an unbeaten 70 to secure a six-wicket victory for the visitors. This loss leaves LSG in a precarious position, as they look to recover from an early setback and regain momentum in the tournament. The clash between SRH and LSG promises to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams at different stages of their campaigns. SRH, having already secured a strong start, will aim to build on their recent success, while LSG will be determined to turn their fortunes around. The match will be televised on Star Sports channels, with live streaming available on JioHotstar for fans unable to watch in person.#ipl_2026 #sunrisers_hyderabad #lucknow_super_giants #rajiv_gandhi_international_cricket_stadium #star_sports
Airtel DTH Star Sports Channel Number to Watch IPL 2026 The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is set to kick off on March 28, 2026, with the first match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The game will be an evening fixture and will be livestreamed on Star Sports, a key platform for cricket broadcasting. For Airtel Digital TV users, the IPL 2026 season will provide a major opportunity to access high-quality sports content, as the league continues to be a flagship event in Indian cricket. Bharti Airtel, which operates one of the largest Direct-to-Home (DTH) services in the country, has provided specific channel numbers for Star Sports on its DTH platform. These channels cater to different preferences, including Hindi and English language options, as well as varying resolutions such as HD and 4K. The channel list includes: Star Sports Hindi HD (Channel #282) Star Sports 1 Hindi (Channel #281) Star Sports 2 (Channel #279) Star Sports 1 (English) (Channel #277) Star Sports Select 1 (Channel #283) Star Sports First (Channel #303) Star Sports 4K (Channel #276) Users seeking access to these channels can either recharge their accounts through the Airtel Thanks app or contact Airtel customer support. Additionally, Airtel Digital TV offers several channel packs to enhance the viewing experience. For instance, the "My Sports HD" pack costs Rs 493 for 28 days and includes Star Sports HD and Sony Ten HD. The "Mega HD Pack" at Rs 7,188 annually provides extensive access to HD sports and entertainment content, while the "Hindi Value Sports HD" pack at Rs 508 for 30 days offers comprehensive HD sports coverage.#indian_premier_league #sunrisers_hyderabad #royal_challengers_bangalore #star_sports #airtel_dth
