| Founded | 2008 |
| Captain | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| Coach | Stephen Fleming |
| Home ground | MA Chidambaram stadium, Chennai |
| IPL titles | 5 (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023) |
| Owners | Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited by India Cements Ltd |
The Chennai Super Kings are a professional cricket franchise based in Chennai. The team competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and is one of the most successful and popular franchises in the IPL. The team was founded in 2008 and is owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd, a subsidiary of India Cements. MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai serves as the home ground for CSK.
The team’s colours are yellow and blue, and they are often referred to as the “Men in Yellow.” CSK has been known for its consistent performance and a strong fan base. The franchise has won multiple IPL titles, showcasing a blend of experienced international players and talented Indian cricketers. CSK has a reputation for its strategic approach to team building and its ability to perform well under pressure, making it a formidable force in the IPL.
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CSK Full Squad for IPL 2026
- Retained Players (16): Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni, Mukesh Choudhary, Nathan Ellis, Noor Ahmad, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Sanju Samson (Trade), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Shreyas Gopal, Khaleel Ahmed, Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Urvil Patel.
- Trade in: Sanju Samson
- Trade Out: Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran
- Releases: Rahul Tripathi, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth, Rachin Ravindra, Deepak Hooda, Vijay Shankar, Shaik Rasheed, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Matheesha Pathirana, Devon Conway, Ravichandran Ashwin (retired)
- Auction picks: Kartik Sharma (INR 14.20 Cr), Prashant Veer (INR 14.20 Cr), Matthew Short (INR 1.50 Cr), Aman Khan (INR 40 lakh), Akeal Hosein (INR 2 Cr), Sarfaraz Khan (INR 75 lakh), Matt Henry (INR 2 crore), Zak Foulkes (75 lakh)
- Players Ruled Out: Nathan Ellis
- Replacement Players: Spencer Johnson (Nathan Ellis)
CSK Full Schedule for IPL 2026
| Date | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30th March, 2026 | RR vs CSK | Guwahati | 7.30 PM IST |
| 3rd April, 2026 | CSK vs PBKS | Chennai | 7.30 PM IST |
| 5th April, 2026 | RCB vs CSK | Bengaluru | 7.30 PM IST |
| 11th April, 2026 | CSK vs DC | Chennai | 7.30 PM IST |
CSK legacy
Chennai Super Kings are a well-oiled unit who have lifted the IPL trophy on five different occasions. After losing the final in their inaugural season to the Rajasthan Royals in 2008, the side lifted the trophy in two consecutive seasons in 2010 and 2011. The side led by MSD made a comeback to lift the trophy in 2018 and then followed it up with a victory in 2021 as well.
While IPL 2022 was a dull season for the CSK, fueled by speculations of the retirement of Captain Cool, CSK bounced back strongly in IPL 2023, clinching the title after defeating the Gujarat Titans in the finals in Ahmedabad. This time CSK will be led by new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Chennai Super Kings performance every IPL
| Year | Captain | Coach | Mat | Won | Lost | NR | Group Stage | Final Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | MS Dhoni | Kepler Wessels | 16 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 3/8 | Runners-up |
| 2009 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 15 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 2/8 | Semi-finalists |
| 2010 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 16 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 3/8 | Champions |
| 2011 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 2/10 | Champions |
| 2012 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 19 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 4/9 | Runners-up |
| 2013 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 18 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 2/9 | Runners-up |
| 2014 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 16 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 3/8 | Playoffs |
| 2015 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 17 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 1/8 | Runners-up |
| 2016 | Suspended | |||||||
| 2017 | ||||||||
| 2018 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 2/8 | Champions |
| 2019 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 17 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 2/8 | Runners-up |
| 2020 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 7/8 | League stage |
| 2021 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 2/8 | Champions |
| 2022 | Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 9/10 | League stage |
| 2023 | MS Dhoni | Stephen Fleming | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 2/10 | Champions |
| 2024 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Stephen Fleming | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 5/10 | League stage |
| 2025 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Stephen Fleming | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 10/10 | League stage |
CSK logo and jersey
CSK have the camouflage on the jersey as a tribute to the Indian armed forces. The four stars highlight the four titles they have won so far in the IPL – in 2010, 2011, 2018 and 2021. The trademark roaring lion logo has been placed at the left corner of the shirt
| Jersey Colour | Yellow |
| Theme Song | Whistle Podu |
| Mian Rivals | Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals |
| Key Players | MS Dhoni, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube |
| Captain | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
Administration & Support Staff
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| CEO | Kasinath Viswanathan |
| Team Manager | Russell Radhakrishnan |
| Consultant | Sundar Raman |
| Head Coach | Stephen Fleming |
| Batting Coach | Michael Hussey |
| Bowling Coach | Eric Simons |
| Assistant Bowling Coach | Sridharan Sriram |
| Fielding Coach | Rajiv Kumar |
| Physio | Tommy Simsek |
| Physical Trainer | Gregory King |
| Team Doctor | Madhu Thottappillil |
CSK Sponsors
FedEx, TVS Eurogrip, India Cements, Gulf, British Empire, SNJ10000, Reliance Jio, Nippon Paint, Astral Pipes, Aqilliz, Garuda Aerospace, Vision11, ICICI Bank, Cocacola, Sunfeast Supermilk, HelloFM
