CSK and PBKS have met 32 times in the Indian Premier League. Both sides share an intense rivalry and strive for victory on every matchday. The Chennai Super Kings Vs Punjab Kings Timeline highlights several memorable encounters between the two teams.
Game 8 took place in Mumbai. Following a meager score by PBKS of only 106 runs, CSK completed their run chase with ease due to Faf du Plessis and Shane Watson’s contributions.
| Match No. | Date | Venue | Result | Key Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 1, 2024 | Dharamsala | Punjab Kings won by 7 wickets | Jonny Bairstow (84*), Ruturaj Gaikwad (62) |
| 2 | April 28, 2023 | Chennai | Punjab Kings won by 4 wickets | Devon Conway (92*), Sikandar Raza (57*, 3 wickets) |
| 3 | April 25, 2022 | Mumbai | Punjab Kings won by 11 runs | Shikhar Dhawan (88*), Liam Livingstone (2/25) |
| 4 | April 25, 2021 | Mumbai | Chennai Super Kings won by 6 wickets | Deepak Chahar (4/13), Faf du Plessis (36*) |
| 5 | October 1, 2020 | Dubai | Chennai Super Kings won by 10 wickets | Faf du Plessis (87*), Shane Watson (83*) |
History
The rivalry between the Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League is one of the fiercest. Both teams have battled hard for first place in the league, making their clashes eagerly anticipated by fans. Between these teams they have played 17 matches together with CSK winning 10 against 6 wins by Punjab Kings; history tells of some fantastic matches between these teams!
PBKS vs CSK, IPL 2019: On 6 April at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Harbhajan Singh made history by winning CSK by 22 runs with his excellent bowling spell of 4 overs for 17 runs (1 over maiden), two wickets at an economy rate of 4.25. Harbhajan Singh received Player of the Match honours.
CSK and PBKS met for their 49th match of IPL 2024 on May 1 at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. CSK posted 162 in their first innings while PBKS completed their run chase in 17.5 overs with only 3 wickets down, winning by 22 runs with 13 balls left to spare and taking home victory!
CSK v PBKS, IPL 2010: These teams met twice during the third season of Indian Premier League. Punjab Kings batted first and were dismissed for 136 in game 16 before CSK came back by surpassing Punjab’s total via super over. CSK then secured victory again by scoring six wickets victory in game 54 to complete their double win and retain first place overall in IPL 2010.
These two teams also met in the second qualifying final of the season, held in Mumbai on 30th May 2014. Virender Sehwag scored an unbeaten 122 off 58 balls to help lead his side to a 24 run victory over CSK. Prior to that match, on 29th match day Glenn Maxwell’s match-winning 95 helped lead Punjab Kings’ to an easy 44 run win against CSK hitters.
Head-to-Head Record
CSK and Punjab have produced some of the most memorable matches in IPL history, delivering tight finishes and record-setting performances that will forever live on in cricket fans’ memories. While CSK have proved consistent powerhouses throughout, PBKS often manage to surprise with thrilling upsets and high scoring nail biters that leave fans shocked and entertained! Here is a closer look at their head-to-head records.
Over IPL history, CSK and PBKS have met 32 times across league games and Playoffs; CSK have won 16 out of these encounters while PBKS managed only four wins; these differing styles make for an entertaining rivalry that always keeps us entertained!
At Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, PBKS hold an edge with five wins against CSK’s four. This shows that, despite being underdogs at home, Punjab are capable of giving their defending champions a run for their money and giving them a fight.
Both teams have faced off at neutral venues 12 times, and the five-time champions have won 9 out of those 12 contests, while PBKS only managed 4 victories in total. Their head-to-head record at neutral venues remains relatively close with both teams often exchanging victories during these contests.
Glenn Maxwell’s brilliant innings helped PBKS beat CSK by 44 runs at Abu Dhabi in 2018. Later that same year, Virender Sehwag’s 122-run effort gave Punjab victory against CSK team in Mumbai. Caribbean pacer Dwayne Bravo is considered to be CSK’s strongest bowler with 18 wickets while Indian spinner Piyush Chawla also poses a considerable threat with 10 wickets for CSK in this rivalry.
Memorable Matches
The Chennai Super Kings-Punjab Kings rivalry is one of the most memorable in Indian Premier League history. While CSK have traditionally dominated this clash, PBKS have had several memorable matches themselves including Michael Hussey’s century in 2008 and Virender Sehwag’s innings against CSK in 2022 – there have been countless classic battles between these teams over time.
CSK won the inaugural match between them at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai in 2008 by 10 wickets thanks to a 139-run partnership between Murali Vijay and Michael Hussey – setting off an intense rivalry between both teams.
However, in 2018, PBKS emerged victorious with a five-wicket victory and it will long be remembered for the intensity of both teams’ bowling attack. It was an unforgettable game, including debutant opener Priyansh Arya of PBKS making his debut appearance.
In 2022, Punjab team won by 24 runs thanks to Virender Sehwag’s century. This marked their highest margin of victory against CSK so far and marked the first time they thumped them at their Chandigarh home ground.
This trend continued for some time until recent seasons when it has changed; PBKS has won nine matches against CSK while Chennai side only managed 6 victories against them.
Over the course of this season, both teams have met in 30 matches; of these matches, CSK has won 16 and PBKS 14 respectively.
In the 56th match, PBKS won the toss and elected to bat first; however, Lungi Ngidi took four wickets during an average score of just 153 for their innings. Meanwhile, CSK accomplished their target within 18.5 overs, thanks to Suresh Raina’s unbeaten innings of 61 not out.
Player Rivalries
CSK and PBKS’ head-to-head competition in IPL competition is always one of the most entertaining and thrilling fixtures of the tournament. While CSK are consistent powerhouses who boast impressive titles, PBKS are unpredictable contenders who can cause upsets at any moment – their rivalry has provided plenty of drama, exciting characters, and unforgettable memories that make every matchup must-watch every time it is scheduled!
CSK holds a slight lead against PBKS with 16 victories out of the 30 matches played, while they both boast distinctive styles of play; CSK preferring its trademark calmness under MS Dhoni while PBKS is known for taking risks and reckless play. Yet both teams share similar attacking batsmen making for captivating matches throughout time.
During the 2017 IPL, these teams met twice. In their initial clash, PBKS won by six wickets after bowling out CSK for 187 and led by an outstanding performance from Virender Sehwag who scored 95 runs for Punjab. Furthermore, these teams clashed again in the Qualifier final where Glenn Maxwell proved instrumental in helping PBKS take victory by 24 runs.
At present, both teams are competing to claim top spots in their respective leagues, with victory for either likely sealing their place in the playoffs.
They will meet again on Wednesday, April 30 at M. A Chidambaram Stadium for game 49 of this season – Shreyas Iyer will look to extend Chennai Super Kings’ streak against PBKS to five straight victories while PBKS seek to reverse a disappointing campaign; Harbhajan Singh and Dwayne Bravo may return from retirement and both teams should show their best on big stage – live on Hotstar! It should make for exciting viewing!
