Chennai Cyclones vs Rajasthan Royals — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
Spl • Chennai Cyclones won the match by 9 wicket.
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 5-over encounter of Spl, Chennai Cyclones took on Rajasthan Royals on May 10, 2026, 04:09 PM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: Chennai Cyclones won the match by 9 wicket.. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 238 runs and 3 wickets fall between Rajasthan Royals (117/2 in 5.0 overs) and Chennai Cyclones (121/1 in 5.0 overs).
2. Rajasthan Royals Innings Breakdown (117/2)
Batting in the first innings, Rajasthan Royals finished on 117/2 from 5.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 23.40 runs per over. During the opening 5 overs, Rajasthan Royals accumulated 117 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Vaibhav Sooryavansi spearheaded the batting effort with 60 runs off 16 balls (including 6 fours and 6 sixes at a strike rate of 375.0). Valuable middle-order support came from Jurel, who contributed 48 runs off 11 deliveries, while Yb Jaiswal added 7 (3b). The bowling side conceded 2 extra runs (wides: 0, no-balls: 2, byes: 0, leg-byes: 0). With the ball in the first innings, Ruturaj Gaikwad led the bowling figures with 2/18 in 2.0 overs (economy 9.00), assisted by Akeal Hosien (0/32 in 1.0 overs).
3. Chennai Cyclones Chase & Second Innings Summary (121/1)
Pursuing a target of 118 runs for victory, Chennai Cyclones recorded 121/1 in 5.0 overs at a scoring rate of 24.20 runs per over. Ruturaj Gaikwad anchored the chase for Chennai Cyclones with 101 runs from 23 balls (2 fours, 15 sixes, strike rate 439.1), alongside Dewalt Brevis who chipped in with 13 off 4 balls. Defending the total, Jadeja delivered a key spell of 1/36 across 2.0 overs at an economy rate of 18.00, while Archer finished with 0/49 (2.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sanju Samson (Chennai Cyclones), who combined for 98 runs off 19 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 1 catch, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with Ruturaj Gaikwad making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Cyclones) topped the match rankings with 206.0 total points, followed closely by Vaibhav Sooryavansi (102.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Ruturaj Gaikwad .