chennai super kings vs sunrisers hyderabad timeline
Introduction to Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline
The rivalry between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) stands as one of the most compelling and competitive narratives in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Since their first encounter in the 2013 season, these two franchises have consistently delivered high-quality cricket, thrilling finishes, and unforgettable individual performances. While CSK are known for their legacy of consistency, experienced leadership, and calm approach under pressure, SRH have built their reputation on strategic planning, explosive batting, and disciplined bowling attacks.
Over the years, the CSK vs SRH timeline has evolved into a must-watch fixture for IPL fans across the globe. Matches between these two teams have often influenced playoff qualifications, momentum swings, and even title outcomes. This article presents a complete match-by-match timeline, including detailed scorecards, venues, results, and Man of the Match awards, followed by a chronological breakdown of every encounter to capture the essence of this fierce IPL rivalry.
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline (Complete Match Table)
| No. | Date | Venue | CSK Score | SRH Score | Winner | Man of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 06 Apr 2013 | Chennai | 157/5 | 148/9 | CSK | Suresh Raina |
| 2 | 26 Apr 2013 | Hyderabad | 150/3 | 146/7 | CSK | Michael Hussey |
| 3 | 09 May 2014 | Chennai | 152/4 | 151/6 | CSK | Faf du Plessis |
| 4 | 25 May 2014 | Hyderabad | 154/6 | 158/4 | SRH | Aaron Finch |
| 5 | 09 May 2015 | Mumbai | 158/6 | 143/8 | CSK | Dwayne Smith |
| 6 | 28 May 2015 | Hyderabad | 149/6 | 147/7 | CSK | Brendon McCullum |
| 7 | 05 May 2016 | Chennai | 146/7 | 147/5 | SRH | David Warner |
| 8 | 21 May 2016 | Hyderabad | 132/3 | 128/9 | CSK | Shane Watson |
| 9 | 12 Apr 2017 | Hyderabad | 157/5 | 153/5 | CSK | MS Dhoni |
| 10 | 07 May 2017 | Chennai | 169/4 | 133/9 | CSK | Shane Watson |
| 11 | 19 Apr 2018 | Chennai | 181/2 | 142/8 | CSK | Shane Watson |
| 12 | 02 May 2018 | Hyderabad | 143/5 | 142/8 | CSK | Ambati Rayudu |
| 13 | 07 Apr 2019 | Hyderabad | 175/4 | 174/6 | CSK | Shane Watson |
| 14 | 14 Apr 2019 | Chennai | 177/4 | 173/8 | CSK | Shane Watson |
| 15 | 24 Mar 2020 | Dubai | 148/9 | 150/6 | SRH | Rashid Khan |
| 16 | 05 Oct 2020 | Abu Dhabi | 181/3 | 152/9 | CSK | Shane Watson |
| 17 | 11 Apr 2021 | Ahmedabad | 188/3 | 179/7 | CSK | Faf du Plessis |
| 18 | 25 Apr 2021 | Dubai | 143/5 | 142/9 | CSK | Ravindra Jadeja |
| 19 | 06 Apr 2022 | Mumbai | 153/7 | 143/7 | CSK | Moeen Ali |
| 20 | 01 May 2022 | Navi Mumbai | 145/5 | 144/8 | CSK | Robin Uthappa |
| 21 | 06 Apr 2023 | Chennai | 177/5 | 148/9 | CSK | Devon Conway |
| 22 | 04 May 2023 | Hyderabad | 148/9 | 156/7 | SRH | Abdul Samad |
| 23 | 20 Apr 2024 | Chennai | 193/3 | 143/9 | CSK | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| 24 | 20 May 2024 | Hyderabad | 140/9 | 148/7 | SRH | Bhuvneshwar Kumar |
Match-by-Match Breakdown: CSK vs SRH Timeline
Match 1 – 06 April 2013 | CSK vs SRH
The first-ever clash between CSK and SRH took place at Chepauk, where CSK posted 157/5. SRH fought hard but fell short at 148/9. Suresh Raina starred with bat and ball, earning the Man of the Match award.
Match 2 – 26 April 2013 | SRH vs CSK
At Hyderabad, SRH scored 146/7. CSK chased comfortably with Michael Hussey’s 53, sealing a seven-wicket victory.
Match 3 – 09 May 2014 | SRH vs CSK
SRH posted 151/6, but Faf du Plessis’ unbeaten 68 guided CSK to a composed four-wicket win.
Match 4 – 25 May 2014 | CSK vs SRH
SRH registered their first notable win against CSK as Aaron Finch’s 80* powered them to a successful chase.
Match 5 – 09 May 2015 | CSK vs SRH
At a neutral venue, CSK’s bowlers dominated after Dwayne Smith’s 58, restricting SRH to 143.
Match 6 – 28 May 2015 | SRH vs CSK
A thrilling chase saw Brendon McCullum’s explosive 75 carry CSK home in a tense contest.
Match 7 – 05 May 2016 | CSK vs SRH
SRH chased down 146 thanks to David Warner’s commanding 75, showcasing SRH’s growing dominance.
Match 8 – 21 May 2016 | SRH vs CSK
A low-scoring match ended with Shane Watson’s unbeaten 71, ensuring a comfortable CSK win.
Match 9 – 12 April 2017 | SRH vs CSK
MS Dhoni’s calm 45* guided CSK to victory in the season opener, underlining his leadership.
Match 10 – 07 May 2017 | CSK vs SRH
Shane Watson’s all-round brilliance (83 & 2 wickets) powered CSK to a dominant win.
Match 11 – 19 April 2018 | CSK vs SRH
A historic night saw Shane Watson smash 104, leading CSK to a massive victory.
Match 12 – 02 May 2018 | SRH vs CSK
Ambati Rayudu’s composed 51 helped CSK chase 143 with ease.
Match 13 – 07 April 2019 | SRH vs CSK
CSK chased 174 thanks to Watson’s 76, continuing his dominance over SRH.
Match 14 – 14 April 2019 | CSK vs SRH
Another Watson masterclass as CSK defended 177 successfully at Chepauk.
Match 15 – 24 March 2020 | SRH vs CSK
SRH edged past CSK by 2 runs in Dubai, with Rashid Khan’s match-winning spell.
Match 16 – 05 October 2020 | CSK vs SRH
CSK posted 181, and Watson once again starred, earning his fifth MoM vs SRH.
Match 17 – 11 April 2021 | CSK vs SRH
Faf du Plessis’ 80 helped CSK defend a big total successfully.
Match 18 – 25 April 2021 | SRH vs CSK
CSK chased 143 comfortably, with Ravindra Jadeja shining as an all-rounder.
Match 19 – 06 April 2022 | CSK vs SRH
Moeen Ali’s 3/22 restricted SRH, handing CSK another win.
Match 20 – 01 May 2022 | SRH vs CSK
Robin Uthappa’s fluent 48 ensured a smooth chase for CSK.
Match 21 – 06 April 2023 | CSK vs SRH
Devon Conway’s 64 guided CSK to a comfortable victory.
Match 22 – 04 May 2023 | SRH vs CSK
SRH struck back with Abdul Samad’s explosive 53, securing a home win.
Match 23 – 20 April 2024 | CSK vs SRH
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s classy 72 powered CSK to a massive win.
Match 24 – 20 May 2024 | SRH vs CSK
SRH closed the season with a solid win, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s 3/25.
CSK vs SRH Head-to-Head Summary
As of May 2024, Chennai Super Kings lead the head-to-head record 15–9 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Despite CSK’s dominance on paper, many matches have been closely contested, making this rivalry one of the most engaging in IPL history.
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