Sanju Samson roared back to form with a blistering unbeaten century to guide Chennai Super Kings to a 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals, securing their first win of the 2026 campaign at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.

Following a string of low scores, Samson silenced his critics with a masterful 115 off just 56 deliveries. Alongside Ayush Mhatre (59), he anchored a formidable 113-run second-wicket partnership, powering CSK to a daunting total of 212/2.

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In response, Delhi Capitals faltered against a clinical Jamie Overton, whose 4/18 dismantled the visitors' middle order. Tristan Stubbs offered a defiant 60, but his efforts were overshadowed by a late-game controversy.

Tempers flared in the penultimate over when the fourth umpire denied Stubbs’ request to change his perspiration-soaked gloves. The decision drew heated protests from teammate Nitish Rana, who cited safety and performance concerns. Moments later, a clearly hampered Stubbs was caught at mid-off, prompting a frustrated exit where he discarded his gear in protest.

Meanwhile, as per the latest news, Nitish Rana has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for the altercation with the fourth umpire.

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Despite the late tension, CSK held firm to dismiss Delhi for 189. The result lifts Chennai to ninth in the standings, while Delhi slide to fourth after their second consecutive defeat. (With inputs from Agencies)