The CSK vs SRH rivalry in the IPL has produced some of the most exciting matches in the tournament. The Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad timeline started with the 2013 IPL season when Sunrisers Hyderabad joined the Indian Premier League. SRH has always been a balanced squad and competitive team; on the other hand, CSK is the most consistent and successful team in IPL history. This created a fiercely competitive environment in CSK vs SRH matches, and the Super King vs Sunrisers games turned into a battlefield for fans; this is how one of the most intense rivalries in IPL came into existence.
CSK, led by the legendary MS Dhoni, is known for its strategic depth and consistent dominance, while SRH, under the guidance of captains like David Warner and Kane Williamson, has gained a reputation as a successful team in the IPL because of its formidable bowling attack and disciplined approach. The contrasting styles of play—CSK’s aggressive batting and SRH’s tactical bowling—create a thrilling spectacle every time they face off. Their clashes often become crucial in shaping playoff scenarios, adding an extra layer of excitement to this dynamic IPL rivalry.
CSK vs SRH Head to Head Record
The SRH vs CSK rivalry has been a one-sided affair, as the majority of the matches between these two teams have been won by Chennai Super Kings. The CSK and SRH have met 21 times in IPL so far, and out of those 21 meetings, CSK has won 15, while SRH emerged victorious on just 6 occasions.
| Total Matches | 21 |
| CSK Won | 15 |
| SRH Won | 6 |
| CSK Lost | 6 |
| SRH Lost | 15 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
CSK vs SRH Head to Head Record at Home Ground
CSK Record at Home Ground Against SRH
At MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai has shown sheer dominance over Hyderabad with 5 wins out of 5 games. SRH has yet to win a match at the home ground of the Chennai Super Kings.
| Total Matches | 5 |
| CSK Won | 5 |
| SRH Won | 0 |
| CSK Lost | 0 |
| SRH Lost | 5 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
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SRH Record at Home Ground Against CSK
The Super Kings vs Sunrisers rivalry at Sunrisers’ home ground is a balanced contest. Out of the 5 games that CSK and SRH played at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Chennai won 2 and SRH bagged 3 games.
| Total Matches | 5 |
| SRH Won | 3 |
| CSK Won | 2 |
| SRH Lost | 2 |
| CSK Lost | 3 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
CSK vs SRH Head to Head Record at Away Ground
CSK Record at Away Ground Against SRH
The Chennai Super Kings have a respectable Record when they play the Sunrisers Hyderabad away. With 3 wins and 2 losses in their 5 games at Sunrisers’ home ground.
| Total Matches | 5 |
| CSK Won | 2 |
| SRH Won | 3 |
| CSK Lost | 3 |
| SRH Lost | 2 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
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SRH Record at Away Ground Against CSK
The Sunrisers Hyderabad’s away record against CSK is something that they want to forget, as they have lost all the games played at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
| Total Matches | 5 |
| SRH Won | 0 |
| CSK Won | 5 |
| SRH Lost | 5 |
| CSK Lost | 0 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
CSK vs SRH Head to Head Record at Neutral Venues
At neutral games, the Super Kings vs Sunrisers rivalry continues with the same template in which CSK bullies SRH. Chennai and Hyderabad have met 11 times at neutral venues, and out of those 11 games, 8 have been won by CSK, while only 3 matches went in SRH’s favor.
| Total Matches | 11 |
| CSK Won | 8 |
| SRH Won | 3 |
| CSK Lost | 3 |
| SRH Lost | 8 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Records & Stats
Highest Score in CSK vs SRH Rivalry
On May 8, 2013, in Hyderabad, the Chennai Super Kings achieved the best score in the history of the CSK vs SRH rivalry, 223/3.
Highest Score by CSK Against SRH
On May 8, 2013, at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad, the CSK made a record-breaking total of 223/3, which is their highest score against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Highest Score by SRH Against CSK
In their match against CSK at Eden Gardens on May 2, 2015, the Sunrisers Hyderabad achieved a total of 192, their highest total against Chennai Super Kings.
Lowest Score in CSK vs SRH Rivalry
The Chennai Super Kings posted the lowest total in the rivalry between CSK and SRH history on April 17, 2019, in Hyderabad, as SRH restricted them to just 132/5 at their home ground.
Lowest Score by CSK Against SRH
On April 17, 2019, in Hyderabad, SRH held CSK for just 132/5 runs, which is CSK’s lowest total to date, against the SRH.
Lowest Score by SRH Against CSK
The Sunrisers Hyderabad were bowled out for just 134 runs on April 28, 2024, at Chennai, which became and still is their lowest total against CSK.
Individual Records in CSK vs SRH Rivalry
Most runs & Highest Score in CSK vs SRH Rivalry
Kane Williamson of Sunrisers Hyderabad has scored the most runs against Chennai Super Kings, while the legendary captain of CSK MS Dhoni has made the most runs for CSK against SRH. Shane Watson holds the record for the greatest individual score for CSK against SRH, while David Warner scored the most runs in an inning for Sunrises Hyderabad, versus Chennai Super Kings.
| Stats | CSK | SRH |
|---|---|---|
| Most Runs | MS Dhoni (362 runs) | Kane Williamson (417 runs) |
| Highest scorer | Shane Watson (117) | David Warner (90) |
Most Wickets & Best Bowling in CSK vs SRH Rivalry
Dwayne Bravo is the bowler for Chennai Super Kings who has taken the most wickets against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Rashid Khan both hold the record for most wickets against CSK for SRH. Mukesh Choudhary has the best bowling figures for the Chennai Super Kings against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Amit Mishra gave the best bowling performance for the SRH against the CSK.
| Stats | CSK | SRH |
|---|---|---|
| Most wickets | Dwayne Bravo (18 wickets) | Bhuvneshwar Kumar & Rashid Khan (10 wickets) |
| Best Bowling | Mukesh Choudhary (4/46) | Amit Mishra (3/26) |
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline
The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have faced off in several thrilling IPL encounters. Their first clash came in 2013, with CSK winning a tight match by 5 wickets. In the 2018 season, CSK, under Dhoni, thumped SRH in the final to secure their third IPL title. One of the most memorable moments in this rivalry occurred in 2020 when CSK, despite a challenging season, secured a dramatic win against SRH in a high-pressure game, with MS Dhoni’s captaincy shining through. Another notable match between CSK and SRH was Qualifier 1 of the 2018 season.
In this match, Faf du Plessis was the lone warrior who took his team to the finish line on a challenging wicket against the best bowling attack of that season; ultimately, CSK won that match by 2 wickets. Such encounters highlight how competitive the rivalry is between these two sides, with each match adding to the storied history between the two franchises. The most recent meeting between these two teams on the field was in game no. 46 of the 2024 IPL season at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
| IPL Season | Match No. | Date | Team | Versus | Venue | Result |
| 2013 | 34th | 25/04/2013 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets |
| 2013 | 54th | 08/05/2013 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad) | Chennai Super Kings won by 77 runs |
| 2014 | 17th | 27/04/2014 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Sharjah Cricket Stadium (Sharjah) | Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets |
| 2014 | 50th | 22/05/2014 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | JSCA International Stadium Complex (Ranchi) | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 6 wickets |
| 2015 | 4th | 11/04/2015 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 45 runs |
| 2015 | 34th | 02/05/2015 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad) | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 22 runs |
| 2018 | 20th | 22/04/2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad) | Chennai Super Kings won by 4 runs |
| 2018 | 46th | 13/05/2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Pune) | Chennai Super Kings won by 8 wickets |
| 2018 | 1st Qualifier | 22/05/2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 2 wickets |
| 2018 | Final | 27/05/2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 8 wickets |
| 2019 | 33rd | 17/04/2019 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad) | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 6 wickets |
| 2019 | 41st | 23/04/2019 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 6 wickets |
| 2020 | 14th | 02/10/2020 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai) | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 7 runs |
| 2020 | 29th | 13/10/2020 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 20 runs |
| 2021 | 23rd | 28/04/2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Arun Jaitley Stadium (Delhi) | Chennai Super Kings won by 7 wickets |
| 2021 | 44th | 30/09/2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Sharjah Cricket Stadium (Sharjah) | Chennai Super Kings won by 6 wickets |
| 2022 | 17th | 09/04/2022 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy (Mumbai) | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 8 wickets |
| 2022 | 46th | 01/05/2022 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Pune) | Chennai Super Kings won by 13 runs |
| 2023 | 29th | 21/04/2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 7 wickets |
| 2024 | 18th | 05/04/2024 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad) | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 6 wickets |
| 2024 | 46th | 28/04/2024 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai) | Chennai Super Kings won by 78 runs |
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Standings
The CSK vs SRH rivalry is highly competitive given the perspective of the points table. The below-mentioned Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Standings stats show that the fight between Chennai and Hyderabad is also intense here, as CSK has finished two times on the No.1 position in the IPL points table while SRH has topped the IPL points table for just once during their entire IPL history.
| CSK Position in the Table | IPL Season | SRH Position in the Table |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd | 2008 | DNP |
| 2nd | 2009 | DNP |
| 3rd | 2010 | DNP |
| 2nd | 2011 | DNP |
| 4th | 2012 | DNP |
| 1st | 2013 | 4th |
| 3rd | 2014 | 6th |
| 1st | 2015 | 6th |
| DNP | 2016 | 3rd |
| DNP | 2017 | 3rd |
| 2nd | 2018 | 1st |
| 2nd | 2019 | 4th |
| 7th | 2020 | 3rd |
| 2nd | 2021 | 8th |
| 9th | 2022 | 8th |
| 2nd | 2023 | 10th |
| 5th | 2024 | 2nd |
DNP= Did not play
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Scorecard: Last Five Matches
| Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Scorecard Season 2024 – Game #46 |
| MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 28th April, 2024 |
 Chennai Super Kings (20 overs) 212/3 Sunrisers Hyderabad (18.5 overs) 134 |
| Chennai Super Kings won by 78 runs |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | |
| Toss | Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2024 | |
| Player of Match | Ruturaj Gaikwad | |
| Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Scorecard Season 2024 – Game #18 |
| Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 5th April, 2024 |
 Sunrisers Hyderabad (18.1 overs) 166/4 Chennai Super Kings (20 overs) 165/5 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 6 wickets with 11 balls remaining |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | |
| Toss | Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2024 | |
| Player of Match | Abhishek Sharma | |
| Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Scorecard Season 2023 – Game #29 |
| MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 21st April, 2023 |
 Chennai Super Kings (18.4 overs) 138/3 Sunrisers Hyderabad (20 overs) 134/7 |
| Chennai Super Kings won by 7 wickets with 8 balls remaining |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | |
| Toss | Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2023 | |
| Player of Match | Mayank Dagar | |
| Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Scorecard Season 2022 – Game #46 |
| Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| 1st May, 2022 |
 Chennai Super Kings (20 overs) 202/2 Sunrisers Hyderabad (20 overs) 189/6 |
| Chennai Super Kings won by 13 runs |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune | |
| Toss | Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2022 | |
| Player of Match | Ruturaj Gaikwad | |
| Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Scorecard Season 2022 – Game #17 |
| Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai |
| 9th April, 2022 |
 Chennai Super Kings (20 overs) 154/7 Sunrisers Hyderabad (17.4 overs) 155/2 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 8 wickets with 14 balls remaining |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai | |
| Toss | Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2022 | |
| Player of Match | Abhishek Sharma | |
