Why are CSK players wearing black armbands in MI vs CSK match of IPL 2026?
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The MI vs CSK match is underway at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 23.
Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are clashing in match 33 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The MI vs CSK clash is underway at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Both teams have won just two games and lost four out of six so far in IPL 2026. Both have struggled to start the season on a high and are placed at the bottom half of the points table. In the 33rd match, MI captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and opted to field first.
At the toss, Pandya informed that they have not made any changes to their playing XI. Super Kings made two changes to their playing XI. Notably, both Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are not part of the clash due to their respective injuries.
Something that surprised many fans was CSK players wearing black armbands. The move surprised many at the start, but the reason was revealed soon.
Why are CSK players wearing black armbands against MI?
CSK players are wearing black arm-bands to pay condolences to Mukesh Choudhary’s mother, who has passed away. Her mother Prem Devi died after a prolonged illness.
She died on April 21 at Tata Hospital in Mumbai, where she was getting treated for over an year. The franchise also shared a heartfelt message on their social media.
Choudhary has played two matches in IPL 2026 and clinched two wickets at an economy of 10.50. He is also part of the ongoing MI vs CSK clash. Meanwhile, CSK and MI have four points each in their kitty.
Why are CSK players wearing black armbands in the clash against MI?
CSK players are wearing black armbands due to the passing of their pacer Mukesh Choudhary’s mother.
Who won the toss in MI vs CSK clash?
Hardik Pandya won the toss and opted to bowl first in the clash.
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