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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is one of the most iconic and successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and founded in 2008, CSK is known for its consistent performances, loyal fanbase, and the leadership of legendary captain MS Dhoni. They have won a record 5 IPL titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021 and 2023) and are level with Mumbai Indians as the most successful franchise of the tournament. The team holds the record for the most playoff appearances and has reached the final ten times; a testament to its dominance in the IPL. In this article, SportsTiger will take a look at the players with the most runs scored against CSK.
In the number one place is RCB superstar Virat Kohli has scored a staggering 1084 runs in 34 matches against CSK with a high-score of 90*. Kohli thrives on high-stakes matchups, and the RCB versus CSK rivalry brings out the best in him. His ability to pace an innings, rotate strike against spinners, and shift gears in the death overs has seen him notch up several impactful knocks. At number 2, Shikhar Dhawan has notched up 1057 runs in 29 matches against CSK with a high-score of 101*. Dhawan has been a nemesis for CSK bowlers over the years. With his calm demeanor and sharp timing, he often gets his teams off to solid starts. His unbeaten century in 2020, where he took on CSK's spinners with elegant lofts and sweeps, remains a highlight.
Sr. no. |
Player name |
Runs scored |
No. of matches |
Highest score |
1 |
Virat Kohli |
1084 |
34 |
90* |
2 |
Shikhar Dhawan |
1057 |
29 |
101* |
3 |
Rohit Sharma |
896 |
35 |
105* |
4 |
Dinesh Kartik |
727 |
33 |
52 |
5 |
David Warner |
696 |
21 |
90 |
At number 3, the highly decorated name is Rohit Sharma, who has smashed 896 runs against CSK in 35 matches with a high-score of 105*. Rohit’s encounters with CSK have often had a big-match feel due to the intense rivalry between the two franchises, and he’s delivered in clutch moments. In the fourth place is Dinesh Kartik, who has scored 727 runs in 33 matches against CSK with a high-score of 52. Karthik has played the role of a versatile finisher and middle-order stabilizer across different franchises. Against CSK, he’s often stepped up during collapses or tight chases, turning games with quick 30s and 40s.
And last but not the least, at number five, David Warner, who has scored 696 runs in 21 matches against CSK with a high-score of 90. Warner’s aggressive intent at the top has frequently unsettled CSK’s bowling plans. He has a strong record particularly in the powerplay, often targeting frontline pacers and not shying away from attacking CSK’s spin bowlers as well.