Introduction to Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline
The rivalry between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) is one of the most compelling narratives in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Since their first meeting in 2013, these two teams have delivered some unforgettable cricketing moments. The Chennai Super Kings, with their rich legacy and consistent performance, have been a dominant force in the IPL, while the Sunrisers Hyderabad, though younger, have carved out a strong identity with strategic gameplay and aggressive performances. Over the years, the CSK vs SRH fixtures have become must-watch matches for fans around the world.
This article provides a detailed timeline of every match played between these two franchises since their first encounter in the 2013 season. Each match has contributed to building this intense rivalry, marked by thrilling finishes, individual brilliance, and tactical duels between captains Mahendra Singh Dhoni and David Warner (and later Kane Williamson). Below, you will find a comprehensive table summarizing each match along with key details such as the date, venue, result, and man of the match. Following that, we delve into each match in chronological order, offering in-depth analysis and recounting the most memorable moments from each game.
Table of Contents
| 1 | 06 April 2013 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 157/5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 148/9 | Chennai Super Kings | Suresh Raina |
| 2 | 26 April 2013 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 146/7 | Chennai Super Kings | 150/3 | Chennai Super Kings | Michael Hussey |
| 3 | 09 May 2014 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 151/6 | Chennai Super Kings | 152/4 | Chennai Super Kings | Faf du Plessis |
| 4 | 25 May 2014 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Chennai Super Kings | 154/6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 158/4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Aaron Finch |
| 5 | 09 May 2015 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (Neutral Venue) | Chennai Super Kings | 158/6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 143/8 | Chennai Super Kings | Dwayne Smith |
| 6 | 28 May 2015 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 147/7 | Chennai Super Kings | 149/6 | Chennai Super Kings | Brendon McCullum |
| 7 | 05 May 2016 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 146/7 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 147/5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | David Warner |
| 8 | 21 May 2016 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 128/9 | Chennai Super Kings | 132/3 | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Watson |
| 9 | 12 April 2017 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 153/5 | Chennai Super Kings | 157/5 | Chennai Super Kings | MS Dhoni |
| 10 | 07 May 2017 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 169/4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 133/9 | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Watson |
| 11 | 19 April 2018 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 181/2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 142/8 | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Watson |
| 12 | 02 May 2018 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 142/8 | Chennai Super Kings | 143/5 | Chennai Super Kings | Ambati Rayudu |
| 13 | 07 April 2019 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 174/6 | Chennai Super Kings | 175/4 | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Watson |
| 14 | 14 April 2019 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 177/4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 173/8 | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Watson |
| 15 | 24 March 2020 | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, UAE | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 150/6 | Chennai Super Kings | 148/9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rashid Khan |
| 16 | 05 October 2020 | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Chennai Super Kings | 181/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 152/9 | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Watson |
| 17 | 11 April 2021 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Chennai Super Kings | 188/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 179/7 | Chennai Super Kings | Faf du Plessis |
| 18 | 25 April 2021 | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, UAE | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 142/9 | Chennai Super Kings | 143/5 | Chennai Super Kings | Ravindra Jadeja |
| 19 | 06 April 2022 | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai | Chennai Super Kings | 153/7 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 143/7 | Chennai Super Kings | Moeen Ali |
| 20 | 01 May 2022 | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 144/8 | Chennai Super Kings | 145/5 | Chennai Super Kings | Robin Uthappa |
| 21 | 06 April 2023 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 177/5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 148/9 | Chennai Super Kings | Devon Conway |
| 22 | 04 May 2023 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 156/7 | Chennai Super Kings | 148/9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Abdul Samad |
| 23 | 20 April 2024 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | Chennai Super Kings | 193/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 143/9 | Chennai Super Kings | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| 24 | 20 May 2024 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 148/7 | Chennai Super Kings | 140/9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Bhuvneshwar Kumar |
Match-by-Match Breakdown: Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Timeline
Match 1 – 06 April 2013 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
In their very first encounter, the Chennai Super Kings hosted the Sunrisers Hyderabad at the iconic Chepauk stadium. Batting first, CSK posted a competitive total of 157/5, with contributions from Suresh Raina (44), Mike Hussey (39), and skipper MS Dhoni (27*). In reply, SRH managed only 148/9, despite half-centuries from Shikhar Dhawan (50) and Cameron White (48). Suresh Raina was adjudged Man of the Match for his all-round performance with both bat and ball.
Match 2 – 26 April 2013 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
The reverse fixture took place in Hyderabad, where SRH batted first and scored 146/7, thanks to a gritty 60 from Elton Chigumbura. Chennai chased down the target comfortably, reaching 150/3 in 17.4 overs. Michael Hussey top-scored with 53 off 38 balls, sealing the win for CSK. He was awarded the MoM for his crucial knock.
Match 3 – 09 May 2014 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
In 2014, the teams met again during the group stage. This time, SRH scored 151/6, with David Warner scoring 47 and Laxmi Shukla chipping in with 35. Chennai’s chase was led by Faf du Plessis, who remained unbeaten on 68 off 51 deliveries. His composed innings ensured a four-wicket win, earning him the Man of the Match award.
Match 4 – 25 May 2014 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK batted first in this match and scored 154/6, powered by Faf du Plessis’ 47 and Suresh Raina’s 41. SRH chased down the target with ease, finishing at 158/4 in just 17.3 overs. Aaron Finch smashed an unbeaten 80 off 57 balls, guiding his side to victory and taking home the MoM honors.
Match 5 – 09 May 2015 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
Played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai due to security concerns in Chennai, CSK set a target of 158/6 after Dwayne Smith scored 58 off 45 balls. SRH were bowled out for 143, with Ravichandran Ashwin and Dwayne Bravo picking up three wickets each. Dwayne Smith received the MoM for his pivotal role in the win.
Match 6 – 28 May 2015 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
A low-scoring thriller saw SRH post 147/7, with David Warner scoring 52. CSK edged past the target with six balls to spare, thanks to Brendon McCullum’s blistering 75 off 46 balls. McCullum was named Man of the Match for his explosive batting.
Match 7 – 05 May 2016 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK batted first and made 146/7, with MS Dhoni anchoring the innings with 38 not out. SRH overcame the modest target with five balls remaining, courtesy of David Warner’s 75 off 54 deliveries. Warner was awarded MoM for his match-winning knock.
Match 8 – 21 May 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
This match was a low-scoring affair, with SRH managing only 128/9. CSK reached the target with seven wickets and 17 balls to spare, thanks to Shane Watson’s unbeaten 71 off 44 balls. Watson was declared the Man of the Match for his scintillating knock.
Match 9 – 12 April 2017 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
In the 2017 season opener for both teams, SRH posted 153/5. CSK chased it down comfortably, finishing at 157/5 in 19.2 overs. MS Dhoni played a captain’s knock of 45* off 30 balls, steering his team to victory. He was named Man of the Match for his calm leadership under pressure.
Match 10 – 07 May 2017 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK scored 169/4, with Shane Watson smashing 83 off 51 balls. SRH were restricted to 133/9, with Watson once again being the star performer, taking 2/21 with the ball. He completed a Man of the Match double with bat and ball.
Match 11 – 19 April 2018 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
In what was a high-scoring contest, CSK posted 181/2, with Shane Watson scoring 104 off 60 balls — his maiden IPL century. SRH managed 142/8 in reply. Watson’s historic ton earned him the MoM award.
Match 12 – 02 May 2018 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
SRH scored 142/8, with Chris Jordan taking 3/21 for CSK. In response, CSK reached the target with five wickets and nine balls to spare. Ambati Rayudu struck 51 off 37 balls and was named Man of the Match.
Match 13 – 07 April 2019 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
SRH scored 174/6, with David Warner scoring 69. CSK chased it down with five balls to spare, thanks to Shane Watson’s 76 off 49 balls. Watson bagged his third MoM in this fixture.
Match 14 – 14 April 2019 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK posted 177/4, with Watson again scoring 76. SRH fell short, scoring 173/8. Watson was once again the hero, winning his fourth consecutive MoM against SRH.
Match 15 – 24 March 2020 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
Played behind closed doors due to the pandemic, SRH scored 150/6. CSK were bowled out for 148, with Rashid Khan taking 3/21. Rashid was named MoM for his decisive spell.
Match 16 – 05 October 2020 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK posted a massive 181/3, with Watson scoring 72 off 49 balls. SRH managed only 152/9. Watson won his fifth MoM in this fixture.
Match 17 – 11 April 2021 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK scored 188/3, with Faf du Plessis scoring 80 off 56 balls. SRH were bowled out for 179. Faf was awarded MoM.
Match 18 – 25 April 2021 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
SRH scored 142/9. CSK chased it down with five wickets and eight balls to spare. Ravindra Jadeja was named MoM.
Match 19 – 06 April 2022 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK scored 153/7. SRH could manage only 143/7. Moeen Ali picked up 3/22 and was named MoM.
Match 20 – 01 May 2022 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
SRH scored 144/8. CSK chased it down with five wickets and six balls to spare. Robin Uthappa scored 48 and was named MoM.
Match 21 – 06 April 2023 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK scored 177/5. SRH scored 148/9. Devon Conway scored 64 and was named MoM.
Match 22 – 04 May 2023 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
SRH scored 156/7. CSK fell short, scoring 148/9. Abdul Samad scored 53 and was named MoM.
Match 23 – 20 April 2024 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
CSK scored 193/3. SRH scored 143/9. Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 72 and was named MoM.
Match 24 – 20 May 2024 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings
SRH scored 148/7. CSK fell short, scoring 140/9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar took 3/25 and was named MoM.
As of May 2024, Chennai Super Kings lead the head-to-head record 15-9 against Sunrisers Hyderabad , making it one of the more lopsided rivalries in the IPL. However, the contests have often been closely contested, especially in the last few seasons. With the emergence of new players and evolving strategies, the future promises even more excitement in this classic IPL clash.
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