IPL: Dissecting CSK's record at MA Chidambaram Stadium
What's the story
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will host Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 7 of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. The home team is looking for its first win of the season after losing to Rajasthan Royals in their opener. CSK managed only 127 runs while batting first, a target easily chased down by RR. Meanwhile, here we look at CSK's IPL record at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, also known as Chepauk.
Pitch analysis
How will the pitch behave?
The pitch at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium has been known to slow down over the years, making it favorable for spinners. However, during the recently concluded T20 World Cup, teams managed to post big totals on this ground. Dew has also played a role in Chennai's matches in the past. In total, 91 IPL matches have been played at this venue, with teams batting first winning 51 times while those chasing have won 40 times.
Record
CSK's record at Chepauk
As per ESPNcricinfo, CSK boast a stellar record at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, having played 77 IPL matches here and winning 51 of them. The team has lost 26 matches here (including one Super Over result). Only Kolkata Knight Riders (54 at the Eden Gardens) and Mumbai Indians (57 at Wankhede Stadium) have claimed more victories at a venue among IPL teams. Against PBKS, CSK own four wins and five defeats at the venue.
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Poor returns in last two seasons
After securing their fifth IPL trophy in 2023, CSK endured two poor campaigns on the bounce, in 2024 and 2025. Since the start of the 2024 edition, CSK have recorded just six wins and seven defeats at Chepauk. They would be raring to improve this record.