Only 22 runs in the first three games for his new franchise had put Samson under a bit of pressure. But just as he had done for Team India in the T20 World Cup, Samson woke up just at the right time to fire Chennai Super Kings to their first win of IPL 2026. ADVERTISEMENTFifteen boundaries and four maximums adorned Samson’s 56-ball innings 115 not out, which laid the platform for the Super Kings’ 23-run win over Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Earlier, Samson’s century lifted the gloom that he and his team had slipped into. Overton spellSamson’s century aside, what also helped CSK in their first win at home after six straight losses was England seamer all-rounder Jamie Overton (4/18).

Source: The Telegraph April 12, 2026 05:02 UTC