CSK vs KKR: In IPL 2026, today Chennai Super Kings is facing Kolkata Knight Riders at MA Chidambaram Stadium.

In this match, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane has won the toss and decided to bowl first. Batting first, CSK scored 192 runs at the loss of 5 wickets in 20 overs.

However, during this time it was seen that players of both the teams came on the field with black bands tied on their hands. Now the reason behind this has also come to light. The reason behind why CSK and KKR players came with black bands on their hands is very emotional.

CSK and KKR players have worn black bands for this reason

CSK and KKR players wore this black band on their arm named after former Indian cricketer C.D.

It is tied to pay tribute to Gopinath, who died last week at the age of 96.

After the toss, KKR’s media team made it clear that the franchise has given C.D.

This decision has been taken with the intention of honoring Gopinath. KKR spokesperson said that

who were CD. Gopinath?

CD. Young fans of today would hardly know about Gopinath. CD. Gopinath was one of those players who represented the Indian team in victory in Test cricket for the first time. CD Gopinath was part of the team that led India to its first victory in Test cricket.

CD. Gopinath played a total of eight Test matches for India between 1951 and 1960. He started his international career against England and left his mark by playing innings of 50 and 42 runs in the first match.