Team History
- CSK was formed in 2008 and is one of the original eight teams that participated in the inaugural season of the IPL.
- The team is based in Chennai, the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
- Under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, CSK has been one of the most successful teams in the history of the IPLas it has won the title 4 times.
Team Owners
CSK is owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd., a subsidiary of India Cements. India Cements is a leading cement manufacturing company based in India. N. Srinivasan is the Managing Director of India Cements.
Team Colors and Logo
- The official team colors of CSK are yellow and blue.
- The team’s logo features a roaring lion, symbolizing strength, power, and bravery.
Home Ground
CSK’s home ground is the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, popularly known as Chepauk Stadium, located in Chennai. The stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 38,000 spectators and is known for its lively atmosphere during CSK matches.
Team Captain and Coach
The legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, fondly known as “Captain Cool,” has been the captain of CSK since its inception. The team’s head coach is Stephen Fleming, a former New Zealand cricketer and captain.
IPL Titles
Chennai Super Kings have won the title 4 times in – 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021.
Squad
Batsmen
| Player Name | Country | Auction Price |
| MS Dhoni(wk.) | India | 12cr |
| Devon Conway | New Zealand | 1cr |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | India | 6cr |
| Subranshu Senapati | India | 20 lakhs |
| Ambati Rayudu | India | 6.75cr |
| Ajinkya Rahane | India | 50 lakhs |
| Shaik Rasheed | India | 20 lakhs |
Bowlers
| Player Name | Country | Auction Price |
| Prashant Solanki | India | 1.20cr |
| Simarjeet Singh | India | 20 lakhs |
| Tushar Deshpande | India | 20 lakhs |
| Mukesh Choudhary | India | 20 lakhs |
| Akash Singh | India | 20 lakhs |
| Rajvardhan Hangargekar | India | 1.5cr |
| Deepak Chahar | India | 14cr |
| Kyle Jamieson | New Zealand | 1cr |
| Sisanda Magala | South Africa | 50 lakhs |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Sri Lanka | 70 lakhs |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Sri Lanka | 20 lakhs |
All-rounders
| Player Name | Country | Auction Price |
| Ravindra Jadeja | India | 16cr |
| K Bhagath Varma | India | 20 lakhs |
| Shivam Dube | India | 4cr |
| Nishnat Sindhu | India | 60 lakhs |
| Ajay Mandal | India | 20 lakhs |
| Ben Stokes | England | 16.25cr |
| Moeen Ali | England | 8cr |
| Dwaine Pretorius | South Africa | 50 lakhs |
Performance History
IPL 2008
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Suresh Raina
Most Wickets: Albie Morkel
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 |
IPL 2009
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Matthew Hayden
Most Wickets: Muttiah Muralitharan
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 8 | 5 | 1 |
IPL 2010
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Suresh Raina
Most Wickets: Muttiah Muralitharan
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
IPL 2011
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Mike Hussey
Most Wickets: Ravichandran Ashwin
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2012
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Suresh Raina
Most Wickets: Dwane Bravo
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 16 | 8 | 7 | 1 |
IPL 2013
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Mike Hussey
Most Wickets: Dwane Bravo
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2014
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Dwane Smith
Most Wickets: Mohit Sharma
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2015
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Brendon McCullum
Most Wickets: Dwane Bravo
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2018
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Ambati Rayudu
Most Wickets: Shardul Thakur
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2019
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: MS Dhoni
Most Wickets: Imran Tahir
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2020
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Faf Du Plessis
Most Wickets: Sam Curran
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
IPL 2021
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Ruturaj Gaikwad
Most Wickets: Shardul Thakur
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
IPL 2022
Captain: MS Dhoni/ Ravindra Jadeja
Most runs: Ruturaj Gaikwad
Most Wickets: Dwane Bravo
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 |
IPL 2023
Captain: MS Dhoni
Most runs: Devon Conway
Most Wickets: Tushar Deshpande
| Matches | Won | Lost | No Result |
| 14 | 8 | 5 | 1 |
Records
- Second-most successful side in terms of title wins.
- CSK reached the playoffs in 10 consecutive seasons.
- CSK has the record for reaching playoffs for the most number of times. -12
- Joint highest wickets in a single season. – Dwane Bravo.
- Fourth -highest team total in the IPL history.
Team Identity and Fan Base
- CSK is known for its consistent performance, strong team spirit, and a loyal fan base.
- The team is often referred to as “Whistle Podu” by their fans, reflecting their passionate support and enthusiasm.
Playing Style
- CSK is known for its balanced approach and strong team unity.
- They have a reputation for nurturing and backing experienced players who can handle pressure situations effectively.
- CSK’s batting lineup is known for its stability and ability to chase down challenging targets.
