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Five-time IPL champions, Chennai Super Kings (CSK), are set to kick off their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign with high expectations and a rejuvenated squad. The first phase of the tournament, scheduled from March 28 to April 12, will see CSK play four matches - two at home in Chennai and two away.
CSK will start their journey in Guwahati, taking on Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Stadium on March 30. They will then return to their home ground, M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, to face Punjab Kings, the finalists of IPL 2025, on April 3. Following this, the team will travel to Bengaluru to challenge their arch-rivals and defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), on April 5. The first phase will conclude with a home clash against Delhi Capitals (DC) on April 11.
CSK Full Schedule - IPL 2026
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| Date | Fixture | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30th March, 2026 | RR vs CSK | Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| 3rd April, 2026 | CSK vs PBKS | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 5th April, 2026 | RCB vs CSK | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| 11th April, 2026 | CSK vs DC | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
CSK's Home Dominance at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium
Historically, CSK has been formidable at their home ground. Out of 77 matches played at Chepauk, the 'Yellow Army' has won 51 matches, lost 25, and one match ended in a tie.
| Criterion | Stats |
|---|---|
| Played | 77 |
| Won | 51 |
| Lost | 25 |
| Tied/NR | 1/0 |
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Top Performers at Chepauk
Most Runs: Former CSK captain MS Dhoni leads the charts with 1547 runs in 75 matches, averaging 40.71 with a strike rate of 144.3.
Most Wickets: Ravichandran Ashwin has been the standout bowler at Chepauk, claiming 45 wickets in 41 matches at an economy of 6.23.
CSK's IPL Record Against Teams at Chepauk
| Opposition | Played | Won | Lost | Tied/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0/0 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0/0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0/0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0/0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0/0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0/0 |
| Punjab Kings | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1/0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0/0 |
| Gujarat Titans | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0/0 |
| Pune Warriors India | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0/0 |
| Kochi Tuskers Kerala | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0/0 |
CSK's recent IPL campaigns have not matched their traditional high standards. Since winning their fifth IPL title in 2023, the team has struggled, failing to make the playoffs in 2024 and finishing last in 2025. The 2026 season is a chance for the 'Yellow Army' to reclaim their dominance and prove they are still one of the most formidable teams in the league.
With a mix of experience and fresh talent, fans are eager to see if CSK can start strong and turn their fortunes around.
Also Read: IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals (DC) Stats & Records at Arun Jaitley Stadium
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