Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are two of the most successful franchises in IPL history. Chennai has dominated the IPL five times (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023), while Kolkata has won three titles (2012, 2014, 2024). Whenever these two teams face off, the excitement peaks among fans from both sides.

This article on the Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings timeline will closely examine this fierce rivalry.

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline

KKR vs CSK: The beginning started from 2008

The timeline of KKR vs CSK began on April 26, 2008, during the 11th match of the IPL at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Kolkata Knight Riders started strong but collapsed, managing to score only 147/9. In response, CSK chased the target effortlessly, winning by 9 wickets with 18 balls to spare.

The two teams faced off again in the 41st match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Batting first, Kolkata scored 149/5, but CSK secured victory by 3 runs by the Duckworth-Lewis method due to rain. CSK dominated in both encounters, establishing their early superiority in this rivalry, which remains a significant part of IPL history.

Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

KKR vs CSK Head to Head

Category	Details
Total Matches	30
Chennai Super Kings Won	19
Kolkata Knight Riders Won	10
Tied/No Result/Abandoned	1

KKR vs CSK Head To Head Record in Playoffs

Category	Details
Total Matches	02
Chennai Super Kings Won	01
Kolkata Knight Riders Won	01
Tied/No Result	0

Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Results

Date	Winner	Margin	Venue
25-Apr-2008	CSK	3 runs	Kolkata
17-May-2008	CSK	9 wickets	Chennai
24-Apr-2009	KKR	7 wickets	Centurion
17-May-2009	Match Abandoned	–	Cape Town
15-Mar-2010	CSK	9 wickets	Chennai
12-Apr-2010	CSK	55 runs	Kolkata
7-Apr-2011	KKR	10 runs	Kolkata
6-May-2011	CSK	2 runs	Chennai
29-Apr-2012	KKR	5 wickets	Chennai
13-May-2012	CSK	5 wickets	Kolkata
26-May-2012	KKR	5 wickets	Chennai
19-Apr-2013	CSK	14 runs	Chennai
27-Apr-2013	CSK	4 wickets	Kolkata
1-May-2014	KKR	8 wickets	Kolkata
19-May-2014	CSK	34 runs	Ranchi
27-Apr-2015	CSK	2 runs	Chennai
29-Apr-2015	KKR	7 wickets	Kolkata
10-Apr-2018	CSK	5 wickets	Chennai
3-May-2018	KKR	6 wickets	Kolkata
9-Apr-2019	CSK	7 wickets	Chennai
14-Apr-2019	CSK	5 wickets	Kolkata
7-Oct-2020	KKR	10 runs	Abu Dhabi
29-Oct-2020	CSK	6 wickets	Dubai
21-Apr-2021	CSK	18 runs	Mumbai
26-Sep-2021	CSK	2 wickets	Abu Dhabi
15-Oct-2021	CSK	27 runs	Dubai
26-Mar-2022	KKR	6 wickets	Mumbai
23-Apr-2023	CSK	49 runs	Kolkata
14-May-2023	KKR	6 wickets	Chennai
08-April-2024	CSK	7 wickets	Chennai

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Match Scorecard-

KKR vs CSK (Highest Totals in an Innings)

Runs	Team	Venue	Year
235/4	CSK	Kolkata	2023
202/6	KKR	Chennai	2012

KKR vs CSK (Lowest Totals in an Innings)

Runs	Team	Venue	Year
114/4	CSK	Kolkata	2011
108/9	KKR	Chennai	2019

KKR vs CSK (Highest Margin Victory by Runs)

Margin	Winning Team	Venue	Year
55 Runs	CSK	Kolkata	2010
10 Runs	KKR	Abu Dhabi	2020

KKR vs CSK (Lowest Margin Victory by Runs)

Margin	Winning Team	Venue	Year
2 Runs	CSK	Chennai	2015
10 Runs	KKR	Abu Dhabi	2020

Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Key Players

Most Runs in KKR vs CSK

Player	Runs	Matches Played
Suresh Raina (CSK)	610	19
Andre Russell (KKR)	295	12

Highest run-scorers in KKR vs CSK

Player	Runs	Year
Faf du Plesis (CSK)	95*	2021
Michael Hussey (CSK)	95	2013
Manvinder Bisla (KKR)	92	2013

 Most Fifties in KKR vs CSK

Player	Number of 50s
Suresh Raina(CSK)	7
Andre Russell (KKR)	4

Most Sixes in KKR vs CSK

Player	Number of 6s
Andre Russell (KKR)	27
Suresh Raina (CSK)	25

Most Wickets by Players in KKR vs CSK

Player	Wickets	Matches Played
Ravindra Jadeja (CSK)	18	22
Sunil Narine (KKR)	22	19

Best Bowling Figure in KKR vs CSK

Player	Matches Played	Year
Ravindra Jadeja (CSK)	4/12	2014
Deepak Chahar (CSK)	4/29	2021
Brad Hogg (KKR)	4/29	2018

Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Matches (Key Encounters and Memorable Moments)

IPL 2012 Final

• Date- May 27, 2012
• Result- KKR won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
• Venue- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

In a high-stakes IPL Final at Chepauk Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets. Batting first, CSK posted a strong total of 190/3, driven by Suresh Raina’s brilliant 73 off 38 balls.

In response, KKR stayed resilient despite the early dismissal of captain Gautam Gambhir. Jacques Kallis (69 runs off 49 balls, with 7 fours and 1 six) and Manvinder Bisla (89 runs off 48 balls, with 8 fours and 5 sixes) built a solid partnership that secured the victory. Bisla earned the Man of the Match award for his exceptional innings, while Sunil Narine finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker.

IPL 2021 Final

• Date- Oct 15, 2021
• Result- CSK won by won by 27 runs
• Venue- Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Nine years later, CSK and KKR met again in the finals in Dubai in 2021. CSK dominated the league games against KKR with a 2-0 record, and they displayed complete dominance in the final. Batting first, CSK posted a formidable total of 192/3, powered by Faf du Plessis’ brilliant 86 off 59 balls, which included seven fours and three sixes.

In response, KKR started strongly, with Shubman Gill scoring 51 runs and Venkatesh Iyer contributing 50 runs, adding 91 runs in the first 10 overs. However, after Venkatesh’s dismissal, KKR suffered a dramatic collapse and managed only 165/9. CSK clinched their fourth IPL title, with Faf du Plessis earning the Player of the Match award.

The KKR vs CSK rivalry began in 2012 when KKR defeated CSK in the final on their home ground. This rivalry between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders has featured intense and competitive matches. Both teams have consistently delivered thrilling encounters, with CSK leading the head-to-head record. Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming season, expecting high-intensity clashes as KKR continues its pursuit to surpass CSK in IPL title wins.

FAQs

Q. When did the KKR vs CSK rivalry begin?
The rivalry began on May 27, 2012, during the IPL 2012 final match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Q. How many IPL titles have CSK and KKR won?
CSK has won five IPL titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023), while KKR has won three (2012, 2014, 2024).

Q. What is the head-to-head record between KKR and CSK?
Out of 30 matches, CSK has won 19, KKR has won 10, and one match ended with no result.

Q. How many playoff matches have CSK and KKR played against each other?
CSK and KKR have faced each other twice in playoffs, winning one match each.

Q. Which was the most memorable match in the KKR vs CSK rivalry?
The IPL 2012 final was particularly memorable when KKR chased down 190 to defeat CSK by five wickets and win their first IPL title.

Q. What is the highest total scored in KKR vs CSK matches?
CSK scored the highest total of 235/4 in 2023 at Kolkata.

Q. Who holds the record for the most runs in KKR vs CSK matches?
Suresh Raina (CSK) holds the record with 610 runs in 19 matches.

Q. Which player has taken the most wickets in KKR vs CSK matches?
Sunil Narine (KKR) leads with 22 wickets in 19 matches, and Ravindra Jadeja (CSK) has 18 wickets in 22 matches.

Q. What is the largest margin of victory in KKR vs CSK matches?
CSK’s largest victory was by 55 runs in 2010 at Kolkata, while KKR’s largest was by 10 runs in 2020 at Abu Dhabi.

Q. What was the result of the IPL 2021 final between KKR and CSK?
CSK defeated KKR by 27 runs in the IPL 2021 final in Dubai.

Q. What is the lowest total scored by CSK and KKR in their matches?
CSK’s lowest total was 114/4 in 2011 at Kolkata, while KKR’s lowest was 108/9 in 2019 at Chennai.

Q. Who has hit the most sixes in KKR vs CSK matches?
Andre Russell (KKR) leads with 27 sixes, followed by Suresh Raina (CSK) with 25 sixes.

Q. How did KKR perform in the IPL 2012 final?
KKR chased down 190 to defeat CSK by five wickets, with Manvinder Bisla scoring 89 runs off 48 balls.

Q. What is the significance of the KKR vs CSK rivalry?
The rivalry showcases high-intensity matches and thrilling performances and is one of the most iconic rivalries in IPL history.

Q. When was the most recent KKR vs CSK match, and who won?
The most recent match was on April 8, 2024, when CSK defeated KKR by seven wickets at Chennai.

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