Chennai Super Kings started off strong against the Punjab Kings in front of their home crowd. Sanju Samson, making his home debut, scored 7 runs before being caught behind by Xavier Bertlett. 

Ayush Mhatre and Ruturaj Gaikwad kept the CSK scoreboard ticking by forming a partnership. The duo brought up their 50-run partnership in 29 balls. At the halfway stage of the innings, CSK were cruising at 101 runs for the loss of 1 wicket.

CSK were cruising at 57 runs at the loss of 1 wicket at the end of the powerplay. Mhatre brought up his half-century in 29 balls, laying the foundation for a big first innings score for the hosts.