Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: A Rivalry Born in Domination
Across 22 meetings in the Indian Premier League from 2013 to 2025, Chennai Super Kings have won 15 and Sunrisers Hyderabad have managed just 7 victories. That 68.2% win rate makes this one of the most lopsided head-to-head records between any two active IPL franchises — a statistical dominance that persists across venues, formats, and eras of the tournament.
The rivalry began the moment Sunrisers Hyderabad replaced the Deccan Chargers ahead of the 2013 season. Their very first meeting, on 25 April 2013 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, set the tone: Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets, with MS Dhoni earning Player of the Match. That result was not an anomaly — it was a preview of 12 years of yellow dominance over orange.
All-Time Head-to-Head Record
| Metric | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
|---|---|---|
| Matches won | 15 | 7 |
| Win percentage | 68.2% | 31.8% |
| Biggest victory (runs) | 78 runs (2024) | — |
| Biggest victory (wickets) | 8 wickets (2018) | 6 wickets (2024) |
| Total meetings | 22 | 22 |
| No results | 0 | 0 |
Chennai Super Kings have never lost a bilateral series against Sunrisers Hyderabad in any single IPL season where they met twice. That consistency across 13 seasons (2013–2025, excluding the 2016 and 2017 suspension years) underlines how structural — not situational — this dominance has been.
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Apr 2025 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 5 wickets | HV Patel |
| 28 Apr 2024 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 78 runs | RD Gaikwad |
| 5 Apr 2024 | Rajiv Gandhi Intl Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 wickets | Abhishek Sharma |
| 21 Apr 2023 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 7 wickets | RA Jadeja |
| 1 May 2022 | MCA Stadium, Pune | Chennai Super Kings | 13 runs | RD Gaikwad |
The recent record shows a slight shift: Sunrisers Hyderabad won 2 of the last 5 encounters (both in 2024 and 2025), suggesting an emerging competitiveness that did not exist in earlier seasons. However, Chennai Super Kings still hold 3 of the last 5 — and their 78-run demolition in April 2024 remains the single biggest victory by either side in the entire rivalry.
Defining Moments
The 78-Run Demolition — Chennai, 28 April 2024
The largest margin of victory in this fixture belongs to Chennai Super Kings. On 28 April 2024, at Chepauk, Ruturaj Gaikwad anchored an innings that left Sunrisers Hyderabad chasing shadows. Gaikwad earned Player of the Match as Chennai posted a total that proved 78 runs too many. It was a statement result — a reminder that even as Sunrisers Hyderabad built one of the most destructive batting lineups in IPL 2024, Chennai's fortress at Chepauk remained impregnable.
The 4-Run Thriller — Hyderabad, 22 April 2018
The closest finish in 22 meetings came on 22 April 2018 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Chennai Super Kings, returning to the IPL after a two-year suspension, defended their total by just 4 runs. Ambati Rayudu earned Player of the Match in a game that swung on every delivery in the final two overs. For context, only 3 of the 22 meetings between these sides have been decided by single-digit margins — making this rivalry one characterised more by emphatic victories than last-ball drama.
Rayudu's 8-Wicket Masterclass — Pune, 13 May 2018
The 2018 season was peak Chennai Super Kings dominance over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Just three weeks after the 4-run squeaker in Hyderabad, the two sides met again — this time at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune (Chennai's temporary home during the 2018 Cauvery dispute). Chennai won by 8 wickets, the most comprehensive wickets-based victory in this fixture's history. Ambati Rayudu was again Player of the Match, completing a personal double over Sunrisers in a single season.
Venue Split
| Venue | Meetings | CSK Wins | SRH Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai (all variants) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Intl Stadium, Hyderabad (all variants) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wankhede Stadium | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| MCA Stadium, Pune (all variants) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| JSCA International Stadium, Ranchi | 1 | 0 | 1 |
The venue data reveals two contrasting stories. At Chepauk, Chennai Super Kings have won 5 of 6 meetings — an 83.3% win rate that makes their home ground a near-impregnable fortress in this fixture. The only breach came in April 2025, when Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 5 wickets with HV Patel earning Player of the Match.
In Hyderabad, the picture is markedly different. Sunrisers have won 3 of 5 meetings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, making it the only regular venue where they hold the advantage. Neutral venues (Sharjah, Wankhede, Pune, Dubai, Delhi) overwhelmingly favour Chennai Super Kings, who have won 8 of 10 matches played away from both home grounds.
Chennai's Golden Run: 2018–2021
The most dominant period in this rivalry came between 2018 and 2021, when Chennai Super Kings won 7 of 8 meetings against Sunrisers Hyderabad. This stretch included Chennai's return from suspension in 2018 (two wins, including the 8-wicket demolition), a clean sweep in the COVID-era UAE seasons of 2020 (Sharjah and Dubai both went Chennai's way), and continued dominance into 2021.
During this 4-season window, Sunrisers Hyderabad managed just a single victory — and even that came in a season (2019) where they finished fifth on the points table. Chennai, by contrast, made the playoffs in three of those four seasons and won the title in 2021. The head-to-head record during this period was less a rivalry and more a recurring appointment with defeat for the orange franchise.
The Rivalry's Place in IPL History
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad occupies a unique space in IPL folklore. It is not the oldest rivalry (Sunrisers only entered the league in 2013), nor the most evenly matched (15-7 is far from balanced), nor the most high-stakes (neither team has faced the other in an IPL final). Yet it is among the most analytically fascinating — because it demonstrates how institutional excellence (Chennai's five IPL titles, their legendary consistency under MS Dhoni, their mastery of Chepauk) can create sustained dominance over even a well-resourced franchise that won the title itself in 2016.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's gradual improvement in the recent 5 encounters — winning 2 of those 5 after winning just 5 of the first 17 — suggests the gap may be narrowing. The rivalry will be revisited every IPL season, and whether Sunrisers can finally achieve parity remains one of the quieter but most compelling long-term narratives in the tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the all-time head-to-head record between CSK and SRH in IPL?
Chennai Super Kings lead 15-7 across 22 IPL meetings from 2013 to 2025. There have been zero no-results or abandoned matches in this fixture.
What was the biggest victory in CSK vs SRH IPL history?
The biggest win by runs was Chennai Super Kings' 78-run victory on 28 April 2024 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Ruturaj Gaikwad was Player of the Match. The biggest win by wickets was Chennai's 8-wicket triumph on 13 May 2018 in Pune, with Ambati Rayudu earning Player of the Match.
What was the closest match between CSK and SRH?
The closest finish came on 22 April 2018 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, where Chennai Super Kings won by just 4 runs. Ambati Rayudu was Player of the Match in that nail-biter.
Which venue has hosted the most CSK vs SRH matches?
MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) in Chennai has hosted 6 of the 22 meetings — the most of any venue. Chennai Super Kings have won 5 of those 6 matches, making it their strongest ground in this fixture.
When did CSK and SRH first play each other in the IPL?
The first meeting between these two franchises was on 25 April 2013 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk. Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets, with MS Dhoni named Player of the Match. This was Sunrisers Hyderabad's inaugural IPL season after replacing the Deccan Chargers.
Where can fans watch CSK vs SRH IPL matches?
All IPL matches between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad are broadcast live on JioStar across all IPL seasons, with streaming available on JioHotstar.
How many IPL titles have CSK and SRH won?
Chennai Super Kings have won 5 IPL titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023), making them the joint-most successful franchise alongside Mumbai Indians. Sunrisers Hyderabad have won 1 IPL title (2016). Combined, these two franchises account for 6 of the 18 IPL titles awarded between 2008 and 2025.