Chennai Super Kings IPL Team 2024

Chennai-Super-Kings
Cricket_trophy 5 times (2010,2011,2018,2021,2023)
City
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Founded
2008
CSK Home Ground
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
CSK Captain
Ruturaj Gaikwad
CSK Coach
Stephen Fleming

Chennai Super Kings Team: An Overview

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is a well-known franchise cricket team that is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu and has competed in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since its inception in 2008. The team has undergone several transformations in its journey but has remained a fan favourite throughout. MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is the home ground of CSK, which has a seating capacity of over 38,000 spectators. The franchise of Chennai Super Kings was bought by India Cements for USD 91 million, making it one of the most expensive teams in IPL. India Cements Managing Director N. Srinivasan is the current owner of the Chennai Super Kings. View More

CSK IPL Team has participated in 225 matches so far, with an impressive record of winning 131 and losing 106 matches, reflecting a commendable win percentage of approximately 58.22%. Throughout their IPL journey, CSK has showcased consistent performance, securing playoffs in almost every season they’ve played.
They have a remarkable track record in the IPL and own 5 championship titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023). Despite their successes, CSK has faced challenges, notably their suspension from the IPL for two seasons (2016 and 2017) due to a betting scandal. However, they made a remarkable comeback in 2018 by winning the championship and demonstrating resilience and determination.

The current season, 2024, sees the team being coached by Stephen Fleming while Ruturaj Gaikwad, who has replaced the thala as the new captain of CSK – MS Dhoni, will lead the team. Throughout its history, CSK has had iconic players who have left a lasting impact on the franchise. CSK IPL Team players like M.S Dhoni, Suresh Raina, Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, and Shane Watson have been synonymous with it’s identity.

One of the most memorable matches that the Chennai Super Kings IPL team played was the 2023 final against Kolkata Knight Riders, under the captaincy of M.S Dhoni, where they clinched the trophy in a thrilling encounter. The match was originally scheduled to be played on 28 May but was postponed to 29 May due to rain, marking the first time the IPL final had been postponed due to weather. In this unforgettable match, which eventually took place on May 29, 2023, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Ravindra Jadeja’s heroics in the last two balls secured victory for Chennai. With ten runs needed off the final two balls, Jadeja smashed a six followed by a boundary, sealing the win for his team dramatically. It was an emotional moment for CSK Team and fans alike.

As the 2024 season approaches, CSK fans hope the team will perform well and secure the title again under the new captain.

Chennai Super Kings 2024 Squad

BattersAllroundersBowlers
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)Ajay MandalDeepak Chahar
M.S Dhoni (wk)Daryl MitchellMaheesh Theekshana
Ajinkya RahaneMitchell SantnerMatheesha Pathirana
Devon ConwayMoeen AliMustafizur Rahman
Shaik RasheedShardul ThakurPrashant Solanki
Sameer RizviNishant SindhuTushar Deshpande
Avanish Rao Aravelly (wk)Ravindra Jadeja (vc)Rajvardhan Hangargekar
 Shivam DubeMukesh Choudhary
 Rachin RavindraSimarjeet Singh

Chennai Super Kings IPL Team 2024 Top Players

As CSK IPL Team gears up for the 2024 season, these four players hold the key to the team’s success, promising an exciting and competitive season.

MS Dhoni

MS Dhoni, fondly known as “Captain Cool,” has been the backbone of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) since its inception in 2008. Under his captaincy, CSK has won the IPL title five times. In the 2023 season, the team won their fifth title in Ahmedabad in what proved to be an emotional finale. Dhoni’s ability to make wise decisions under pressure and finish matches with his iconic helicopter shot has made him a legendary figure in the cricketing world. However, MS Dhoni handed over the CSK captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of IPL 2024. Even as he transitions from captain to player, he will undoubtedly continue to contribute with his impressive batting skills and serve as a source of support and inspiration for his team.

Ruturaj Gaikwad

Ruturaj Gaikwad the rising star in the world of cricket is known for his exceptional batting skills. He made his debut for the Chennai Super Kings IPL team in 2020 and quickly made a name for himself with impressive performances on the field. In the 2021 season, he played a crucial role in CSK’s road to victory, scoring 196 runs in 6 matches with an average of 39.20 and a strike rate of 128.94. In a bold move, CSK management has decided to appoint Ruturaj Gaikwad as the new captain of the team for the upcoming 2024 season, replacing the legendary MS Dhoni. This decision has surely been made after careful consideration of Gaikwad’s performance on the field and his leadership capabilities. But replacing a legendary captain like MS Dhoni is no easy feat, and Gaikwad is up for the challenge. While there has been a mixed reaction to this news, it will be exciting to see what the future holds for the team under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad in the upcoming 2023 season.

Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja is a highly coveted player of IPL, and it’s not hard to see why. He has been a crucial part of the CSK IPL team for over a decade, and the franchise has done everything in its power to keep him on their team. Although Jadeja has had limited opportunities to showcase his batting skills, he has been exceptional with his bowling and fielding figures in the IPL. He has only scored two IPL 50s, but that is due to his lower-order batting position, where he has often been called upon to rescue his team. In the last season, Jadeja played a crucial role in CSK’s victory in the IPL final against KKR. He hit a six and a four in the last two balls of the match, leading the team to a thrilling win. As the 2024 season approaches, all eyes will be on Jadeja to see how he performs. With his all-around abilities, he is undoubtedly a player to watch out for in the upcoming season.

Nishant Sindhu

Nishant Sindhu is a promising young batter in the CSK squad who is known for his left-arm orthodox spin and left-handed middle-order batting, which has drawn comparisons to the legendary Ravindra Jadeja. Like Jadeja, Sindhu too emerged from an Under-19 World Cup-winning team. At just 19 years old, Sindhu has already made a name for himself in the cricketing world. His impressive first-class records of over 1,000 runs and 36 wickets in just 18 matches have caught the attention of many. He has also performed well in T20 matches, with 231 runs and 11 wickets at an economy rate of 6.07. As the IPL 2024 season approaches, fans are excited to see what Sindhu will bring to the table for Chennai and how he will help his team achieve success.

Top Player

Mahendra_Singh_Dhoni

Mahendra Singh Dhoni​

MS Dhoni

Role : Wicketkeeper Batter
Batting Style : Right-handed
Bowling Style : Right-arm Medium
DOB : 07 July 1981
IPL Debut : 2008
Moeen_Ali

Moeen Ali

Moeen Ali

Role : Batting all-rounder
Batting Style : Left-handed
Bowling Style : Right-arm Offbreak
DOB : 18 June 1987
IPL Debut : 2018

Ruturaj Gaikwad

Ruturaj Gaikwad

Role : Batter
Batting Style : Right-handed
Bowling Style : N/A
DOB : 31 January 1997
Ravindra_Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja

Role : All-rounder
Batting Style : Left-handed
Bowling Style : Left-arm Orthodox Spin
DOB : 06 December 1988
IPL Debut : 2008

Latest Chennai Super Kings News

Chennai Super Kings IPL Team FAQs

Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead the Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2024.

Yes, there have been new additions to the CSK IPL team, including notable players – Rachin Ravindra (1.80 Cr), Shardul Thakur (4 Cr), Daryl Mitchell (14 Cr), Sameer Rizvi (8.4 Cr), Mustafizur Rahman (2 Cr), Avanish Rao Aravelly (20 L)

MS Dhoni is the leading run-scorer of all time for CSK in the IPL, with over 5082 runs to his name

Chennai Super Kings IPL team clinched their maiden title in 2010 after defeating Mumbai Indians by 10 runs.

While Mahendra Singh Dhoni has stepped down as the captain of the Chennai Super Kings ahead of the IPL 2024 season, he will continue to play for the team as a player.

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