Rajasthan Royals defeated CSK in the first game of IPL 2026 for both sides. Here, we take a look at the list of three tactical changes CSK must make for their next game in IPL 2026.
For CSK, quite a few changes would be required on the tactical front. Hence, ahead of the next match, a lot of discussions must happen in the backroom for the five-time winners.
1) Ayush Mhatre as the opener
The youngster did well last year at the top, and there is no reason why he must come in at No.3. One of the seniors must operate at No.3 to add stability to the side. Hence, Ayush must come in as the opener.
2) Adopting a pivot-aggression strategy in the powerplay is one of the tactical changes CSK must make for their next game in IPL 2026
It is clear that Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad must play a lot of balls. Hence, CSK must ensure that only one of these goes all out in the power play. It is important to have intent but play to the situation.
3) Shivam Dube taking the game deep
Dube cannot afford to lose his wicket early in this CSK squad that does not have MS Dhoni at his best. Therefore, Shivam will have to be there at the end. Therefore, people around him must go hard in the middle overs.
