From KL Rahul to Sanju Samson here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan and Rohit Sharma. 

From KL Rahul to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL

CSK hammered MI by 103 runs at Wankhede as Sanju Samson smashed an unbeaten 101, his second ton in four innings.

IPL 2026 | 'Feels great to score a century': Sanju Samson after CSK’s 103-run win over MI

Sanju Samson scored an unbeaten 101 while Akeal Hosein scalped four wickets to help CSK beat MI by 103 runs and give a massive boost to the NRR. The win meant CSK are now fifth in the standings after a poor start to the IPL 2026 season, while MI are now second from bottom after the loss.

IPL 2026: Chennai rock Mumbai in one-sided contest as Samson, Hosein shine at Wankhede Stadium

IPL 2026: CSK registered their first win of the season, beating Delhi Capitals by 23 runs at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Samson led the charge with an unbeaten 115, lifting the team after three consecutive defeats.

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson joins Rohit, Kohli in elite list; becomes fourth Indian to achieve THIS record

Playing at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, CSK defeated Delhi Capitals by 23 runs to win their first match of the season. Samson was the star of the show as he scored an unbeaten 115 to help his side move up the table after three consecutive defeats.

IPL 2026: Samson unleashes with bat as CSK get off the mark, DC suffer consecutive defeats

CSK coach Stephen Fleming, however, has made it clear that the franchise will continue to support the dashing opener as he tries to find his from and 'forges path in yellow.'

IPL 2026 | 'Work to be done off field,' CSK coach Fleming confirms nothing but support for struggling Samson

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday (Apr 5).

'I have gut feeling he will score': Former India all-rounder backs Sanju Samson ahead of RCB clash

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a high-octane IPL 2026 clash at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday (Apr 5).

'Two bad innings don’t define him': CSK coach backs struggling Sanju Samson

CSK will begin their 2026 season on Mar 30 against the Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. After finishing at the bottom last season, the team will aim to make a strong comeback and compete for another title.

Former Indian captain MS Dhoni honours T20 World Cup winners Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube at CSK event

From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh. 

From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and AB de Villiers as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions. 

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant, 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title

In November, Sanju Samson was traded to CSK with Ravindra Jadeja going in the opposite direction. This meant Samson would end his long association with the Rajasthan Royals, where he had served for 12 seasons across two spells. In a productive career, he scored 4027 runs from 49 matches.

IPL 2026: Faf du Plessis reckons Sanju Samson's exit is a massive blow for Rajasthan Royals and fans

From Abhishek Sharma to Sanju Samson, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with highest strike rates in T20Is. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh and SuryaKumar Yadav

Meet top 5 Indian batters with highest strike rates in T20Is

Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, he played seven matches and scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55.

‘I’ll take the aerial route’: Sanju Samson reveals Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s chat with Rahul Dravid

From Sanju Samson to Ishan Kishan, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in T20 World Cup 2026. This list also includes Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most runs in T20 World Cup 2026

From Sahibzada Farhan to Tim Seifert, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in T20 World Cup 2026. This list also includes Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and Finn Allen

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in T20 World Cup 2026

India's Sanju Samson won the Player of the Series, Jasprit Bumrah was POTM in Final, Pak's Sahibzada Farhan scored 383 runs - the most in the tournament and India's Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy took 14 wickets each - the most in the tournament.

T20 World Cup 2026 Awards List: Player of the Match in Final, Player of the Series, best batter, bowler and more - Check Full List Inside

Now, all eyes will be on how New Zealand’s batting lineup responds to the big target. India, on the other hand, have a strong bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh.

Records shatter in Ahmedabad as IND post highest team total in T20 WC Final; NZ need 256 to win

Playing at the Narendra Modi Stadium against New Zealand in the final, Abhishek completed his fifty in 18 balls as India set the tone for the final. Abhishek Sharma innings comes after he was underfire for a poor batting show at the start of the tournament.

IND vs NZ, T20 World Cup final: Abhishek-Sanju give India perfect start with 92 runs in powerplay

Both, India and New Zealand have been scrappy in the tournament so far. The Kiwis, however, played a near-perfect game in the semis against SA while India escaped England's fightback by just seven runs. Both the side, however, have a lot of match winners who can turn the game on their own.

IND vs NZ, T20 World Cup 2026 Final | Ace players to watch out for in title showdown

India will be heavily relying on their batting order with Sanju Samson in great form after scoring back-to-back fifties. He will be given a good helping hand by Abhishek Sharma as he looks to find form in the summit clash. 

IND vs NZ, T20 World Cup 2026 final preview: Will India defend their crown or will Kiwis come in handy?

With a shot at glory on hands, India and New Zealand will be eager to win the final and add another trophy to their cabinet. India could also become the first team to defend the T20 World Cup, while New Zealand can win their first mens senior cricket World Cup. 

IND vs NZ, T20 World Cup final: Check live streaming details, head-to-head, pitch & weather report

India will now face New Zealand in their second consecutive T20 World Cup final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

'I shut down my phone': Sanju Samson opens up about struggles after match-winning 89 in T20 WC semi-final

In a tightly contested battle at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday (Mar 5), India beat England and now stand an opportunity to win back-to-back titles.

IND vs ENG, T20 World Cup semifinal: Not players, but Suryakumar Yadav credits THIS man for India's narrow win

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From KL Rahul to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL

'Feels great to score a century': Samson after CSK’s 103-run win over MI

IPL 2026: Chennai rock Mumbai in one-sided contest as Samson, Hosein shine

Sanju Samson joins Rohit, Kohli; becomes 4th Indian to achieve THIS record

IPL 2026: Samson unleashes with bat as CSK off the mark, DC suffer B2B defeats

IPL 2026 | CSK coach Fleming offers 'nothing but support' for struggling Samson

'I have gut feeling...': Former India cricketer backs Samson ahead of RCB clash

'Two bad innings don’t define him': CSK coach backs struggling Sanju Samson

Former Indian captain MS Dhoni honours T20 WC winners Samson, Dube at CSK event

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IPL 2026: Faf du Plessis reckons Sanju Samson's exit is a massive blow for RR

Meet top 5 Indian batters with highest strike rates in T20Is

‘I’ll take the aerial route’: Sanju Samson reveals Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s chat with Rahul Dravid

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most runs in T20 World Cup 2026

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in T20 World Cup 2026

T20 WC 2026 Awards List: Player of the Series, POTM & more - Check Full List

India post highest team total in T20 WC Final; New Zealand need 256 to win

T20 World Cup final: Abhishek-Sanju give India perfect, score with 92 runs in PP

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T20 WC final preview: Will India defend their crown or will Kiwis come in handy?

IND vs NZ, T20 World Cup final: Check live streaming details, H2H & more

'I shut down my phone': Samson opens up about struggles after match-winning 89

IND vs ENG, T20 World Cup semifinal: SKY credits THIS man for India's narrow win