CSK vs MI Live Streaming: Match 44 IPL 2026 Preview, Time & Squads
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The El Clasico of Cricket Returns to Chepauk
The intensity of the IPL season is set to hit a new high as the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) prepare to host their arch-rivals, the Mumbai Indians (MI), in Match 44 of the 2026 edition. This Saturday, May 2, the MA Chidambaram Stadium will become the battleground for these two titan franchises, both of whom are eager to rewrite their fortunes in a challenging campaign.
The Stakes and the Narrative
Historically, the clash between these two sides has been the marquee event of the IPL calendar. However, the current season has brought unexpected struggles for both camps. Chennai Super Kings find themselves in sixth place, having secured 6 points from 8 matches, while the Mumbai Indians are enduring a difficult run, languishing in ninth place with only 4 points from their 8 outings.
This match is a reverse fixture. When these two teams met at the Wankhede Stadium earlier in the season, Chennai Super Kings dominated the proceedings, securing a comprehensive 103-run victory. Mumbai Indians will be looking for payback on neutral ground, while CSK will hope that the comfort of their home fortress at Chepauk will help them climb the points table.
Match Details: Everything You Need to Know
Fans eager to catch the action should mark their calendars for the following schedule:
- Match Number: 44
- Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Toss Time: 07:00 PM IST
- Match Start Time: 07:30 PM IST
Where to Watch: Broadcast and Streaming
For those watching from India, the match will be broadcast live via the Star Sports Network. If you prefer to stream the action on the go, the match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website, ensuring you don’t miss a single delivery of this high-octane encounter.
Team Composition: The Squads
Both teams boast a mix of legendary experience and young talent, looking to find the right balance as the tournament approaches its business end.
Chennai Super Kings Squad
Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, the CSK setup includes: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), M.S. Dhoni, Sanju Samson, Dewald Brevis, Urvil Patel, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Noor Ahmad, Akash Madhwal, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Shreyas Gopal, Mukesh Choudhary, Spencer Johnson, Akeal Hosein, Prashant Veer, Kartik Sharma, Matthew Short, Aman Khan, Sarfaraz Khan, Matt Henry, Rahul Chahar, and Zak Foulkes.
Mumbai Indians Squad
Hardik Pandya will look to lead his side to a turnaround with this roster: Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ryan Rickleton, Robin Minz, Raj Bawa, Raghu Sharma, Keshav Maharaj, Corbin Bosch, Naman Dhir, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Allah Ghafanzar, Ashwani Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Sherfane Rutherford, Mayank Markande, Shardul Thakur, Quinton de Kock, Danish Malewar, Mohammad Izhar, Atharva Ankolekar, and Mayank Rawat.
The Road Ahead
As the tournament progresses, every match becomes a stepping stone for the playoffs. With CSK looking to stabilize their middle-order batting and MI searching for consistent bowling performances from their seasoned pacers like Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult, the upcoming clash in Chennai promises to be a tactical masterclass. Will the home crowd lift Chennai to another victory, or will Mumbai find the spark they need to reignite their season? All eyes will be on Chepauk this Saturday.
