The Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad timeline witnesses continuity in competition. Ever since SRH’s launch in 2013, their run-ins against CSK have been one of thrills: from nail-biting league matches to a high-pressure IPL final. The tactical know-how and mature strategy of CSK have largely been responsible for handing them the advantage, but the belligerent intensity and jaw-dropping performances of SRH have never rendered a match predictable.
Batting performances to be remembered, stunning bowling spells, and some masterly strategies have turned their matches into a treat for all cricket fans. Whether in Chennai or Hyderabad, the rivalry is filled with thrills, drama, and unforgettable contests.
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline
2013 – Initial Encounters
During this year, the two teams, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad, played two matches against each other in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The first match, as expected, was won by the Chennai Super Kings by 5 wickets. The match was held at the home ground of CSK, MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), and after batting second (SRH won the toss and chose to bat first), they successfully defeated SRH in this match. The second match was again won by CSK by 77 runs. It was played at SRH’s home ground, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad), and after CSK was invited to bat first by SRH, they restricted SRH to 146 and defeated them.
2014 – Rivalry Continues
During this IPL season, both teams played two matches against each other. The first match was won by the Chennai Super Kings by 5 wickets. It was played at a neutral venue, i.e., Sharjah Cricket Stadium (Sharjah), where SRH invited CSK to bowl first. In the second innings, CSK chased down the target and won the match. In the second match, SRH secured a crucial victory by 6 wickets. It was played at JSCA International Stadium Complex (Ranchi), where SRH decided to bowl first. In the second innings, SRH restricted CSK to 185 and defeated them.
2015 – Equal Dominance
In this IPL season, both teams faced each other two times. In the first match, CSK secured a win by 45 runs. It was played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), where SRH was invited to bowl first. In the second innings, CSK restricted SRH to 164 and secured yet another victory. In the second match, Sunrisers Hyderabad secured victory by 22 runs. It was played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad), where SRH was invited to bat first. In the second innings, SRH restricted CSK to 170, thus securing this victory.
2018 – Dominance of CSK
This year was itself a comeback of the Chennai Super Kings, as they were back after facing a 2-year ban. Both teams played 4 games against each other in this IPL season. In the first match, CSK registered a victory by a small margin of 4 runs. It was played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad), where CSK was invited to bat first.
In the second inning, CSK restricted SRH to 178 and secured a win. In the second match, CSK again registered a victory by 8 wickets. It was played at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Pune), where SRH was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK chased down the target and won the match. In the third match, CSK again won by 2 wickets.
It was played at Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), where SRH was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK chased down the target and secured a win. The fourth match (final) was also won by CSK by 8 wickets. It was played at Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), where SRH was invited to bat first. CSK chased down the target in the second inning and won the match.
2019 – 1-1 Win Each
In this IPL season, both teams clashed 2 times with each other. In the first match, SRH secured a victory by 6 wickets. It was played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium (Hyderabad), where SRH was invited to bowl first. In the second inning, SRH successfully chased down the target and won the match. In the second match, CSK made a comeback and won the match by 6 wickets. It was played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), where SRH was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK smoothly chased down the target and won the match.
2020 – Continued Dominance by both teams
In this IPL season, both teams faced each other 2 times. In the first match, SRH won by a small margin of 7 runs. It was played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai), where CSK was invited to bowl first. In the second inning, SRH restricted CSK to 157 and secured a win. In the second match, CSK won by 20 runs. It was again played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai), where SRH was invited to bowl first. In the second inning, CSK restricted SRH to 147 and won the match.
2021 – CSK’s Dual Victory
In this IPL season, both teams played 4 matches. In the first match, CSK won by 7 wickets. It was played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium (Delhi), where CSK was invited to bowl first. In the second inning, CSK chased down the target smoothly and won the match. In the second match, CSK again registered a victory by 6 wickets. It was played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium (Sharjah), where SRH was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK chased down the target smoothly and won the match.
2022 – The Rivalry Intensifies
In this IPL season, both teams played 2 matches. In the first match, SRH won by 8 wickets. It was played at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy (Mumbai), where CSK was invited to bat first. In the second inning, SRH smoothly chased down the target and won the match. In the second match, CSK registered another win. It was played at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Pune), where CSK was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK restricted SRH to 189 and won the match by a small margin of 13 runs.
2023 – Single Win
In this IPL season, both teams played only 1 match, which was won by CSK by 7 wickets. It was played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), where SRH was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK successfully chased down the target and won the match. Further, this was also the year when CSK won their 5th IPL trophy.
2024 – Another year of dominance
In this IPL season, both teams played 2 matches. In the first match, SRH won by 6 wickets. It was played at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, where CSK was invited to bat first. In the second inning, SRH successfully chased down the target and won the match. In the second match, CSK made a comeback and registered another win against SRH. It was played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, where CSK was invited to bat first. In the second inning, CSK restricted SRH to 134 and secured a win.
2025 – The year of SRH
This IPL season saw only one match between the teams, which was won by the Sunrisers Hyderabad. It was played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), where CSK was invited to bat first. In the second inning, SRH smoothly chased down the target and secured the win by 5 wickets with 8 balls remaining.
Conclusion
The competition between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has, without question, been one of the foremost stories in the IPL, with CSK claiming the historical edge between the two, including capturing the title in a memorable 2018 final. Invariably, the CSK vs. SRH encounters produce high-intensity and thrilling spectacles. Not only does SRH play with a strong bowling attack and aggressive batting, led by strong Indian players, but each matchup is competitive, and anything could happen. Both CSK and SRH continue to evolve and shape their respective teams toward the new season.
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