Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings Timeline

The clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has served up some of the most exciting ties in the short history of T20 cricket. Across the years, both sides have produced scenes of explosive batting, match-winning bowling spells and unforgettable moments that encapsulate their storied rivalry.

Timeline of Key Matches

2008 – CSK’s Dominant Start

Top moment: Michael Hussey's breathtaking 116* off 54 balls lifted CSK to 240/5.

Outcome: CSK won by 33 runs [ first of many more to follow] [].

2010 – Playoff Push

Context: It was a must-win game for CSK.

Highlight : Comprehensive performance from CSK bowlers.

Outcome: CSK coasted home and finally won that IPL season.

2014 – Sehwag & Maxwell Show

Qualifier: PBKS 231/4 vs Sanju Samson-led side

Highlight: Shock and awe as Virender Sehwag lit up the Chidambraram skies with an explosive ton against CSK.

Verdict: PBKS triumphed, and made it to their first-ever IPL final

2018 – Dhoni’s Near Miracle

Over to Raguramans Subash in Chennai: At the Pulsating Fingertip End...... And where were we? oh yes...Context of that time… CSK BACK IS BACK after two years no show.

Personal Highlight: Just days before I met my would-be husband (Yes, okay, the other one before that), MS Dhoni's unbeaten 79(44) had come rather close to a heist.

Outcome: PBKS beat them by 4 runs.

2021 – Gaikwad’s Calm Finish

Star of the Match: Ruturaj Gaikwad played a measured knock to take CSK home comfortably.

Outcome:- They went on to become champions that season.

Rivalry Insights

CSK Pros: Batting depth, Captaincy of MS Dhoni, Experienced bowlers.

PBKS Strengths: Opening batsmen, convincing totals.

Match Trend: High-scoring entertainers most of the time.

 Interesting Facts

Scores of 335/5 in 2018 by RR and 240/5 in Cosat the league in 2008 are still two of the biggest scores ever recorded.

Still the highest-ever IPL total for PBKS: 231/4 in 2014

Each team has taken the other apart for less than 100 runs.

 Future Outlook

The IPL is only getting more and more competitive each season, so fans can expect CSK vs PBKS to remain a fixture that gets hearts racing. This saga could restart with a fresh twist from the likes of young stars Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill (should PBKS sign him in future).