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Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings have developed one of the IPL most closely contested rivalries. The matchup dates back to the inaugural IPL season in 2008, when Punjab played under the name Kings XI Punjab. Since then, the two teams have produced high-scoring games, memorable individual performances, tight finishes and one famous Super Over. Through their latest completed meeting in April 2026, the rivalry remains remarkably competitive.
This article covers the key Chennai Super Kings Vs Punjab Kings Stats, including their head-to-head record, leading run-scorers and wicket-takers, highest and lowest team totals, biggest individual performances, major records and recent results.
There is a statistical wrinkle surrounding the 2010 encounter. Some cricket databases count Punjab’s Super Over victory as a PBKS win, producing a 17-16 head-to-head record. Other records list the regulation match as a tie and treat the Super Over separately. This explains why different websites can show slightly different totals.
Season-by-season record
| Season | Meetings | CSK Wins | PBKS Wins | Tie |
| 2008 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
The numbers also show an interesting change over time. Chennai controlled much of the early rivalry, whereas Punjab has performed strongly in the more recent meetings.
Batting Statistics
Suresh Raina is the leading run-scorer in the history of this matchup, with 719 runs against Punjab. His record includes an unbeaten century in 2013.
| Player | Team | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
| Suresh Raina | CSK | 719 | 42.29 | 150.41 |
| MS Dhoni | CSK | 626+ | 41.73 | 150.11 |
| Faf du Plessis | CSK | 593 | 59.30 | 147.14 |
| KL Rahul | PBKS/KXIP | 365 | — | — |
| Shaun Marsh | PBKS/KXIP | 296 | — | — |
Raina’s position at the top of the list is particularly significant because his runs came across multiple phases of the IPL. His ability to score quickly against Punjab made him one of the defining batters in the fixture.
Highest individual scores
| Player | Team | Score | Balls | Year |
| Virender Sehwag | PBKS/KXIP | 122 | 58 | 2014 |
| Paul Valthaty | PBKS/KXIP | 120* | 63 | 2011 |
| Michael Hussey | CSK | 116* | 54 | 2008 |
| Priyansh Arya | PBKS | 103 | 42 | 2025 |
| Suresh Raina | CSK | 100* | 53 | 2013 |
Virender Sehwag’s 122 remains the highest individual score in the fixture. It came during the 2014 Qualifier 2 and was one of the most destructive playoff innings between these teams.
Paul Valthaty’s unbeaten 120 in 2011 is another landmark innings. His performance helped Punjab chase 189 against Chennai.
Michael Hussey’s unbeaten 116 is particularly memorable because it came during the first-ever CSK-PBKS meeting in 2008.
Bowling Statistics
Ravichandran Ashwin is among the leading wicket-takers in this matchup, having represented both Chennai and Punjab during his IPL career.
| Player | Team(s) | Wickets | Economy | Best Figures |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | CSK/PBKS | 20 | 7.60 | 3/23* |
| Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 18 | 8.52 | 3/27* |
| Ravindra Jadeja | CSK | 16 | 7.69 | 3/20 |
| Shardul Thakur | CSK | 12 | — | 2/27* |
| Arshdeep Singh | PBKS | 11 | — | 3/23* |
Ashwin’s record has added significance because he has taken wickets against the franchise while wearing both teams’ colors. Dwayne Bravo and Ravindra Jadeja are also prominent names in the matchup’s bowling records.
Highest Team Totals
The rivalry has regularly produced large totals, with both teams capable of crossing 200.
| Team | Score | Year | Venue |
| CSK | 240/5 | 2008 | Mohali |
| PBKS/KXIP | 231/4 | 2014 | Cuttack |
| PBKS/KXIP | 226/6 | 2014 | Mumbai |
| PBKS | 219/6 | 2025 | New Chandigarh |
| CSK | 209/5 | 2026 | Chennai |
Chennai’s 240/5 in 2008 remains its highest score against Punjab. Michael Hussey’s 116* provided the foundation for that enormous total.
Punjab’s highest total against Chennai is 231/4, scored during the 2014 season. That period was especially productive for Punjab, which also recorded 226/6 against CSK.
The 219/6 recorded in 2025 is another significant entry because Punjab successfully chased a large Chennai total.
Lowest Team Totals
| Team | Lowest Innings Total | Year | Result |
| CSK | 107/4 | 2021 | CSK won by 6 wickets |
| PBKS/KXIP | 92/8 | 2009 | CSK won by 24 runs |
The 107/4 figure for Chennai needs context. It was not a batting collapse because Chennai was chasing and reached the target with wickets in hand.
Punjab’s 92/8 in 2009 was a much more difficult batting performance. Chennai successfully defended 116/9 in Durban.
Top Individual Scores
The fixture’s record book contains several innings that stand out for both volume and strike rate.
Virender Sehwag — 122
Sehwag’s 122 came from just 58 balls in the 2014 Qualifier 2. The innings combined power hitting with sustained scoring and remains the highest individual score recorded in this rivalry.
Paul Valthaty — 120*
Valthaty made 120 not out from 63 balls in 2011. His innings powered Punjab through a successful chase of 189 and remains one of the franchise’s most memorable performances against Chennai.
Michael Hussey — 116*
Hussey scored an unbeaten 116 from 54 balls in 2008. It was the first major individual batting record created in the rivalry and helped CSK reach 240/5.
Priyansh Arya — 103
Priyansh Arya added his name to the list with a century against Chennai in 2025. His innings demonstrated the modern T20 emphasis on aggressive scoring from the opening stages.
Suresh Raina — 100*
Raina’s unbeaten 100 in 2013 remains one of the landmark CSK batting performances against Punjab and helped establish his place at the top of the rivalry’s run-scoring records.
Best Bowling Performances
| Bowler | Team | Figures | Year |
| Lakshmipathy Balaji | CSK | 5/24 | 2008 |
| Lungisani Ngidi | CSK | 4/10 | 2018 |
| Deepak Chahar | CSK | 4/13 | 2021 |
| Parvinder Awana | PBKS/KXIP | 4/30 | 2014 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | PBKS | 4/32 | 2025 |
Lakshmipathy Balaji’s 5/24 remains the standout bowling performance in the fixture. It came during the first season of the IPL.
Lungisani Ngidi’s 4/10 in 2018 is notable for its exceptional economy. He conceded only ten runs across four overs while taking four wickets.
Deepak Chahar’s 4/13 in 2021 is another important CSK performance, particularly because his new-ball bowling put pressure on Punjab’s top order.
Interesting Statistical Facts
The first meeting produced 447 runs
The rivalry began with a huge batting display. Chennai scored 240/5, with Michael Hussey making 116*, while Punjab responded with 207/4. The match immediately established the potential for high-scoring games between the two franchises.
The 2010 match went to a Super Over
The teams finished their regulation innings level at 136. Chennai made 136/7, while Punjab finished on 136/8. Punjab subsequently won the Super Over.
This match explains the different head-to-head totals reported by various statistical websites.
Punjab produced two enormous totals in 2014
Punjab scored 231/4 and 226/6 against Chennai during the 2014 season. Both matches demonstrated the team’s aggressive batting approach during that campaign.
Chennai’s largest win came in 2015
CSK defeated Punjab by 97 runs in Chennai in April 2015. It remains Chennai’s biggest victory by runs in this matchup.
Punjab’s largest win came in 2022
Punjab defeated Chennai by 54 runs in Mumbai in April 2022. Punjab scored 180/8 before restricting CSK to 126.
Head-to-Head Record at MA Chidambaram Stadium
MA Chidambaram Stadium has traditionally been associated with Chennai’s home advantage, but Punjab has produced several important results at the venue.
Punjab won at Chepauk in 2023 after chasing 201, then returned in 2024 to defeat Chennai by seven wickets. The 2026 meeting provided another successful Punjab chase.
On April 3, 2026, Chennai scored 209/5. Punjab reached 210/5 in 18.4 overs and won by five wickets.
Priyansh Arya made a rapid 39 from 11 balls, while Shreyas Iyer scored 50 from 29 balls. The chase demonstrated how quickly Punjab could turn a large target into a manageable equation.
Recent Meetings
The recent phase of the rivalry has produced a noticeable run of Punjab victories.
| Date | Venue | Result |
| Apr. 3, 2026 | Chennai | PBKS won by 5 wickets |
| Apr. 30, 2025 | Chennai | PBKS won by 4 wickets |
| Apr. 8, 2025 | New Chandigarh | PBKS won by 18 runs |
| May 5, 2024 | Dharamsala | CSK won by 28 runs |
| May 1, 2024 | Chennai | PBKS won by 7 wickets |
| Apr. 30, 2023 | Chennai | PBKS won by 4 wickets |
Across these six completed meetings, Punjab won five and Chennai won one. That is a sharp contrast with some earlier periods when Chennai controlled the matchup.
2026: Punjab won by five wickets
The latest meeting produced another high-scoring chase. Chennai posted 209/5, with Ayush Mhatre scoring 73 from 43 balls and Shivam Dube making an unbeaten 45 from 27.
Punjab answered with 210/5 in 18.4 overs. Priyansh Arya’s 39 from 11 balls provided an explosive start, while Shreyas Iyer’s 50 from 29 helped Punjab manage the middle phase of the chase.
Major Records
| Record | Player/Team | Figure |
| Most runs in fixture | Suresh Raina | 719 |
| Most wickets in fixture | Ravichandran Ashwin | 20 |
| Highest individual score | Virender Sehwag | 122 |
| Highest CSK individual score | Michael Hussey | 116* |
| Highest CSK total | CSK | 240/5 |
| Highest PBKS total | PBKS/KXIP | 231/4 |
| Best CSK bowling | Lakshmipathy Balaji | 5/24 |
| Biggest CSK win | CSK | 97 runs |
| Biggest PBKS win | PBKS | 54 runs |
| Lowest CSK innings total | CSK | 107/4 |
| Lowest PBKS innings total | PBKS/KXIP | 92/8 |
These records highlight the different dimensions of the rivalry. Chennai’s record includes the fixture’s highest team score and best bowling figures, while Punjab has produced the highest individual score through Sehwag’s 122.
Conclusion
The CSK-PBKS rivalry has changed considerably since the first meeting in 2008. Chennai dominated several early seasons, while Punjab has established a stronger record across the most recent group of encounters. Despite those shifts, the overall rivalry remains remarkably close when the 2010 tie is recorded separately.
The individual records are equally impressive. Suresh Raina leads the run charts with 719 runs, Ravichandran Ashwin leads the wicket tally with 20, Virender Sehwag owns the highest individual score with 122, and Lakshmipathy Balaji’s 5/24 remains the best bowling performance.
At team level, Chennai’s 240/5 and Punjab’s 231/4 remain the two biggest totals in the fixture. With repeated high-scoring chases, major individual performances and close results, this matchup continues to produce one of the IPL’s richest statistical rivalries.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who has won more matches between CSK and PBKS?
When the 2010 regulation tie is counted separately, both teams have 16 wins from 33 completed matches, with one tied game. Punjab won the subsequent Super Over in that 2010 match, which is why some databases list Punjab with 17 wins.
2. What is the highest score in CSK vs PBKS history?
Chennai’s highest score is 240/5, recorded in Mohali in 2008. Michael Hussey scored 116* from 54 balls in that innings. Punjab’s highest score against Chennai is 231/4, recorded in 2014.
3. Who has scored the most runs in this rivalry?
Suresh Raina leads the matchup’s run-scoring records with 719 runs. His tally includes an unbeaten century in 2013.
4. Who has taken the most wickets in CSK vs PBKS matches?
Ravichandran Ashwin is listed with 20 wickets in the matchup. Dwayne Bravo follows with 18, while Ravindra Jadeja has 16.
5. What happened in the latest CSK vs PBKS match?
Punjab won the latest completed meeting on April 3, 2026, in Chennai. CSK scored 209/5, but Punjab chased the target by reaching 210/5 in 18.4 overs. Priyansh Arya made 39 from 11 balls, and Shreyas Iyer scored 50 from 29.
