R Ashwin Urges Sanju Samson: Aim Beyond Impressive 56-Ball 115

Chennai Super Kings claimed their first win of the IPL season on April 14, 2026. They defeated Delhi Capitals after Sanju Samson produced a 56-ball 115.

CSK posted 212 runs in the match. Delhi Capitals failed to chase the target despite opportunities.

R Ashwin’s reaction

R Ashwin urged Sanju Samson to aim beyond the impressive 56-ball 115. He made the remarks on his YouTube channel after the game.

Ashwin said one big score was not sufficient. He told Samson to keep piling on points for the team.

On the total and missed chances

Ashwin argued 212 was below par on the pitch that day. He said Delhi should have chased the score down.

He felt CSK could have reached 230-240. Ashwin added the hosts lost the chance to accelerate late.

Individual performances and tactics

Ayush Mhatre struck a fifty off 30 balls. Ashwin noted the presence of hitters like Brevis and Dube.

He suggested those hitters could have produced 3-4 sixes in an over. Two 20-run overs, he said, would have pushed the total near 240.

Ashwin also pointed out CSK were around 160 after 15 overs. He believed the side were a bit late to push on.

What he wants next

Ashwin reiterated that CSK earned two points from the win. He urged consistency and more match-winning contributions from Samson.

Filmogaz.com will follow further developments in the tournament. Ashwin’s comments underline the expectation on Samson going forward.