Chennai Super Kings, one of the most consistent franchises in IPL history, have clinched five titles under the leadership of MS Dhoni and have finished below fourth place only three times. The team is owned by India Cements, with former BCCI president and ex-ICC chairman N Srinivasan serving as chairman. CSK was acquired for Rs 360 crore (approximately US$91 million) in 2008.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been one of the most consistent teams in IPL history, reaching the knockouts in 12 of their 15 seasons. From the inaugural auction in 2008, where MS Dhoni became the highest-paid player at Rs 9.5 crore (around US$1.5 million), he has been the heart and soul of the franchise. His sharp instincts, combined with coach Stephen Fleming's tactical expertise, have played a crucial role in CSK’s sustained success.
After coming agonizingly close in their first two seasons—losing the final off the last ball in 2008 and bowing out in the semi-finals in 2009—CSK hit their stride, securing back-to-back IPL titles in 2010 and 2011. However, the next four seasons saw them stumble in the knockouts before a two-year suspension due to a spot-fixing scandal.
Their return in 2018 was nothing short of spectacular, as they defied critics who labeled them "Dad’s Army" for having an older squad. Veteran Shane Watson silenced doubters with an unbeaten century in the final, sealing their third title. The following year, they came heartbreakingly close again, losing a thrilling final to Mumbai Indians by just one run.
The 2020 season, played in the UAE, proved to be a major setback, with CSK finishing near the bottom of the table. However, they roared back in 2021, winning their fourth title with their signature clinical approach. In 2022, they struggled again, barely avoiding the wooden spoon, but as history has shown, CSK thrives on comebacks. True to form, they stormed back in 2023 to lift their fifth IPL trophy.
CSK’s lowest point came in 2015 when team official Gurunath Meiyappan, son-in-law of then-BCCI president N. Srinivasan, was arrested on charges of cheating, forgery, and fraud. The scandal led to CSK’s suspension for two years, marking a dark chapter in their history.
On the field, their worst-ever campaign was in 2020, when Dhoni endured his most disappointing season, and CSK, for the first time, failed to qualify for the playoffs. However, as they have shown time and again, setbacks are only temporary for the Super Kings.
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni (wk), Rahul Tripathi, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth, Shaikh Rasheed, Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Rachin Ravindra, R. Ashwin, Deepak Hooda, Jamie Overton, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran. Ramakrishna Ghosh, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Choudhary, Nathan Ellis, Gurjapneet Singh, Anshul Kamboj, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Noor Ahmad, Shreyas Gopal
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been one of the most consistent teams in IPL history, reaching the knockouts in 12 of their 15 seasons. From the inaugural auction in 2008, where MS Dhoni became the highest-paid player at Rs 9.5 crore (around US$1.5 million), he has been the heart and soul of the franchise. His sharp instincts, combined with coach Stephen Fleming's tactical expertise, have played a crucial role in CSK’s sustained success.
After coming agonizingly close in their first two seasons—losing the final off the last ball in 2008 and bowing out in the semi-finals in 2009—CSK hit their stride, securing back-to-back IPL titles in 2010 and 2011. However, the next four seasons saw them stumble in the knockouts before a two-year suspension due to a spot-fixing scandal.
Their return in 2018 was nothing short of spectacular, as they defied critics who labeled them "Dad’s Army" for having an older squad. Veteran Shane Watson silenced doubters with an unbeaten century in the final, sealing their third title. The following year, they came heartbreakingly close again, losing a thrilling final to Mumbai Indians by just one run.
The 2020 season, played in the UAE, proved to be a major setback, with CSK finishing near the bottom of the table. However, they roared back in 2021, winning their fourth title with their signature clinical approach. In 2022, they struggled again, barely avoiding the wooden spoon, but as history has shown, CSK thrives on comebacks. True to form, they stormed back in 2023 to lift their fifth IPL trophy.
CSK’s lowest point came in 2015 when team official Gurunath Meiyappan, son-in-law of then-BCCI president N. Srinivasan, was arrested on charges of cheating, forgery, and fraud. The scandal led to CSK’s suspension for two years, marking a dark chapter in their history.
On the field, their worst-ever campaign was in 2020, when Dhoni endured his most disappointing season, and CSK, for the first time, failed to qualify for the playoffs. However, as they have shown time and again, setbacks are only temporary for the Super Kings.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Full Schedule – IPL 2025
Date Opponent Venue Time (IST) March 23 vs Mumbai Indians (MI) Chennai 7:30 PM March 28 vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Chennai 7:30 PM March 30 vs Rajasthan Royals (RR) Guwahati 7:30 PM April 5 vs Delhi Capitals (DC) Chennai 3:30 PM April 8 vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) Mullanpur 7:30 PM April 11 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Chennai 7:30 PM April 14 vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Lucknow 7:30 PM April 20 vs Mumbai Indians (MI) Mumbai 7:30 PM April 25 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Chennai 7:30 PM April 30 vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) Chennai 7:30 PM May 3 vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Bengaluru 7:30 PM May 7 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Kolkata 7:30 PM May 12 vs Rajasthan Royals (RR) Chennai 7:30 PM May 18 vs Gujarat Titans (GT) Ahmedabad 3:30 PM
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (IST) |
| March 23 | vs Mumbai Indians (MI) | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| March 28 | vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| March 30 | vs Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| April 5 | vs Delhi Capitals (DC) | Chennai | 3:30 PM |
| April 8 | vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Mullanpur | 7:30 PM |
| April 11 | vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| April 14 | vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| April 20 | vs Mumbai Indians (MI) | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 25 | vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| April 30 | vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| May 3 | vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| May 7 | vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| May 12 | vs Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| May 18 | vs Gujarat Titans (GT) | Ahmedabad | 3:30 PM |
IPL 2025 CSK Team Squad:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni (wk), Rahul Tripathi, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth, Shaikh Rasheed, Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Rachin Ravindra, R. Ashwin, Deepak Hooda, Jamie Overton, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran. Ramakrishna Ghosh, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Choudhary, Nathan Ellis, Gurjapneet Singh, Anshul Kamboj, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Noor Ahmad, Shreyas Gopal
