CSK vs KKR IPL 2026: Noor Ahmad Outfoxes Rahane And Green, Gets Back-to-Back Wickets

Noor Ahmad produced a game-changing spell to rip through the top order of Kolkata Knight Riders during their clash against the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League 2026, leaving the visitors reeling at 85/5 in 11 overs at Chepauk.

The Afghan spinner struck twice in quick succession to completely shift the momentum of the match. First, he dismissed skipper Ajinkya Rahane, who was deceived by a sharply turning delivery and ended up edging a simple catch to Ruturaj Gaikwad at slip. The CSK captain initially fumbled a chance but made amends immediately by holding on to a sharp return catch.

Noor then delivered another blow on the very next ball, clean-bowling Cameron Green for a golden duck with a beautifully flighted delivery that crashed

into the stumps, sending the Chepauk crowd into loud celebrations.

🔴 SEE THE NEW CELEBRATION OF NOOR AHMED 🔥

- Noor Ahmed unstoppable at Chepauk, He picked 3 wicket in 3 & give only 15 runs 🥶

pic.twitter.com/oDM7Z4yAJS

- Sam (@Cricsam01) April 14, 2026

With these breakthroughs, Noor Ahmad dismantled KKR's middle order and put CSK firmly on top in the contest. The sudden collapse left KKR struggling for momentum as they searched for stability in the innings after a promising start.

The Afghan spinner then struck in the third over of his spell to complete a three-wicket haul, this time dismissing Rinku Singh. The left-hand KKR went for a big hoick towards the boundary due to the mounting run rate. However, he failed to clear the field and was caught in the deep. The wicket marked Noor Ahmad's third of the innings, sealing a remarkable spell that left KKR in deep trouble at 90/6 in 12.5 overs.

Noor Reaches Special Milestone

With the CSK, the 20-year-old Afghan star has been top-notch as well. In the ongoing match against KKR, he got his 50th wicket with Rahane, thus becoming only the 2nd Afghan to reach the milestone behind Rashid Khan. Noor enhanced his tally of wickets in the very next delivery, as he cleaned up Cameron Green.

Netizens React To Noor Ahmed's Phenomenal Bowling

The Afghan spinner got a great reception on the social media for his phenomenal spell against the Knight Riders.

we're soooo backkkkk Noor nation!!! 😭💛 💎 pic.twitter.com/oZ8VMwPs4D

- ♡ (@aarchana_07) April 14, 2026

Noor Ahmed wasn’t in form before this match—just one wicket in 17 overs and a high economy.

But today, he bounced back brilliantly with 3 wickets for 21 runs in 4 overs. A great sign for CSK going forward💛🔥.#CSKvsKKR #ipl2026 pic.twitter.com/6fzTUaHcjO

- isahilraina (@isahilraina) April 14, 2026

NOOR AHMED — 3/21 (4) 🫡

Dismisses Rahane
Removes Green
Sends back Rinku

An absolute masterclass from Noor Ahmed against KKR! 👏🔥#ipl #kkrvscsk pic.twitter.com/yqLTL5Og7o

- Santosh Mali (@maligujrati) April 14, 2026

NOOR AHMED RUNS RIOT AT CHEPAUK! 🥶🔥
◾ Noor Ahmad – 3 wickets in 7 balls. Dismisses Rinku now – 6 (12)
◾ Complete spin domination 👀
◾ KKR in serious trouble. Match slipping away fast! #CSKvKKR #IPL2026 pic.twitter.com/S3oSJS06ii

- Yogesh Goswami (@yogeshgoswami_) April 14, 2026

Rinku Singh dismissed for 6 in 12 balls.

- Noor Ahmed gets 3. pic.twitter.com/kKnuNr94JY

- Kishan Singh (@KishanS72375994) April 14, 2026

Akeal and Noor delivering match winning spells in a CSK jersey after bossing other Super Kings franchises. 🥹 pic.twitter.com/9eL3YVF10M

- yash (@yxshh27) April 14, 2026