Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings Stats

Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings Stats: T20 Matches

🏏 RR vs CSK, 24th Match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, 4th May 2008

In one of the most dominant performances in IPL history, Rajasthan Royals demolished Chennai Super Kings at their home ground in Jaipur. Left-arm pacer Sohail Tanvir produced a spectacular bowling display, claiming 6 wickets for just 14 runs, which remained the best bowling figures in IPL until 2019. CSK’s batting lineup collapsed completely, managing only 109 runs before being bowled out. In response, RR chased down the target comfortably with 34 balls remaining, losing just two wickets. Graeme Smith remained unbeaten on 35, while Swapnil Asnodkar contributed 32 runs to seal an eight-wicket victory.

🏏 CSK vs RR, Final at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai, 1st June 2008

The inaugural IPL final delivered a thrilling last-ball finish that became an instant classic. Chennai Super Kings posted 163/5 with Suresh Raina top-scoring with 43 runs and MS Dhoni contributing 29 not out. Yusuf Pathan starred with the ball for Rajasthan, taking 3 wickets for 22 runs. Chasing the target, Yusuf Pathan again proved decisive with a powerful knock of 56 off 39 balls before getting run out. With the match going down to the final delivery, captain Shane Warne and Sohail Tanvir held their nerves to guide RR home by 3 wickets, making Rajasthan Royals the first-ever IPL champions. This all-round performance by Yusuf Pathan was later declared by ESPNcricinfo as the greatest IPL performance of all time.

🏏 CSK vs RR, 22nd Match at Centurion, South Africa, 30th April 2009

Despite being held in South Africa, this IPL match showcased excellent batting from both sides. Suresh Raina played brilliantly for Chennai Super Kings, scoring 87 runs off 45 deliveries with the help of powerful strokeplay. MS Dhoni added 22 runs toward the end as CSK reached 164/5. Rajasthan Royals chased down the target successfully with two balls to spare, winning by 4 wickets. The chase featured contributions from multiple RR batsmen who maintained the required run rate throughout their innings at the scenic Centurion venue.

🏏 CSK vs RR, 37th Match at Kimberley, South Africa, 9th May 2009

Rajasthan Royals struggled to post a competitive total, managing only 140/7 in their 20 overs with Shane Warne contributing 21 runs. The bowling attack restricted RR effectively throughout the innings. Chennai Super Kings chased down the modest target with ease, reaching 141/5 in just 19.1 overs. Subramaniam Badrinath played a crucial role in the successful chase, earning the Player of the Match award for his steady batting performance that guided CSK to a comfortable five-wicket victory at Kimberley.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 24th Match at Ahmedabad, 28th March 2010

Rajasthan Royals posted a strong total of 177/6 at Ahmedabad with significant contributions from their batting lineup. Naman Ojha played a match-winning knock that helped RR set up a challenging target for Chennai. Yusuf Pathan contributed with the ball as well. CSK’s chase fell short as they could only manage 160/6 in their 20 overs despite fighting efforts from their middle order. RR’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout, restricting CSK to secure a comfortable 17-run victory and extend their winning streak to four matches in a row.

🏏 CSK vs RR, 32nd Match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 3rd April 2010

This match produced one of the highest-scoring encounters in IPL history. Murali Vijay played an extraordinary innings, smashing 127 runs off just 56 balls with 8 fours and 11 sixes. Albie Morkel contributed a quickfire 62 off 34 balls as Chennai Super Kings piled up a massive 246/5, the biggest total in IPL history at that time. Rajasthan Royals fought valiantly in their chase, with Naman Ojha scoring an unbeaten 94 off 55 balls and Shane Watson blasting 60 off 25 balls with 5 fours and 5 sixes. Despite posting their highest-ever total of 223/5 against CSK, the Royals fell 23 runs short in this run-fest at Chennai.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 61st Match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, 12th May 2013

Shane Watson produced a match-winning performance at Jaipur to help Rajasthan Royals extend their winning streak at home to eight consecutive victories. Chennai Super Kings managed only 141/7 in their 20 overs on a pitch that favored seam bowling. Watson came to the crease and immediately took the attack to CSK’s bowlers, particularly targeting off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. His explosive innings of 70 off just 34 balls included powerful hitting and intelligent shot selection. RR chased down the target with 13 balls remaining, winning by 5 wickets and maintaining their dominance at their home venue.

🏏 CSK vs RR, 30th Match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 22nd April 2013

Shane Watson played the best individual innings by a Rajasthan Royals batsman against Chennai Super Kings, scoring a magnificent century of 101 runs off 61 balls. He struck 6 fours and 6 sixes in a breathtaking display of power-hitting that helped RR reach 185/6. Despite Watson’s heroics, Chennai Super Kings successfully chased down the target, reaching 186/4 in just 19.3 overs. CSK’s batting depth proved decisive as they overcame Watson’s outstanding effort to secure a five-wicket victory at their home ground in Chennai.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 4th Match at Sharjah, UAE, 22nd September 2020

Sanju Samson announced his arrival in style at the small Sharjah ground, playing a spectacular innings of 74 runs off just 32 balls. His explosive batting included powerful sixes that cleared the short boundaries easily. RR posted an impressive 216/7 with contributions from other batsmen as well. Chennai Super Kings fought hard in their chase, with Faf du Plessis scoring a brilliant 72 off 37 balls and Shane Watson adding 33. Sam Curran contributed 17 off 6 balls in a quick cameo, and Ruturaj Gaikwad also chipped in. Despite scoring 200/6, CSK fell 16 runs short as RR’s bowling attack, led by Rahul Tewatia (3/37) and Sam Curran (3/33), defended the total successfully.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 47th Match at Abu Dhabi, 3rd October 2021

This match took place during the UAE leg of IPL 2021. While specific scorecard details are limited, this encounter was part of the competitive matches between these two teams during the season. Both teams were fighting for playoff positions, making every game crucial. The match contributed to the ongoing rivalry between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings as they battled in challenging UAE conditions.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 12th Match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 12th April 2023

In a nail-biting finish at Chennai, Rajasthan Royals defended a modest total to beat the home team by just 3 runs. Jos Buttler anchored RR’s innings with a well-crafted 52 off 36 balls, helping them reach 175/8. Chennai Super Kings came agonizingly close in their chase, finishing on 172/6. Their middle order fought hard but couldn’t quite get across the line. The tight margin demonstrated the competitive nature of this fixture, with RR’s bowlers holding their nerve in the final overs to secure a thrilling victory in front of the Chennai crowd.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 37th Match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, 27th April 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal produced a brilliant innings at Jaipur, scoring 77 runs off 43 balls to power Rajasthan Royals to their first 200-plus total at this venue. Jos Buttler contributed 27 off 21 balls as the opening pair added 86 runs. Dhruv Jurel smashed an entertaining 34 off 15 balls, while Devdutt Padikkal remained unbeaten on 23 off 13 deliveries to push RR to 202/5. Chasing the target, Chennai Super Kings never looked in control despite Shivam Dube’s fighting fifty (52 off 33 balls) and Ruturaj Gaikwad’s 47 off 29 balls. Adam Zampa’s excellent spell of 3/22 broke CSK’s momentum, and they finished at 170/6, losing by 32 runs. This victory extended RR’s winning streak against CSK.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 17th Match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, 19th April 2024

Rajasthan Royals continued their dominance at home with another convincing victory over Chennai Super Kings. RR posted a competitive total and their bowlers defended it successfully. The 32-run margin showed RR’s complete control over the match at their home ground in Jaipur. This win was part of RR’s strong home record against CSK at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, where they have historically performed well in this rivalry.

🏏 CSK vs RR, 61st Match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 12th May 2024

Chennai Super Kings bounced back with a crucial home victory over Rajasthan Royals. RR managed only 141/5 in their 20 overs on a tricky pitch at Chepauk. CSK’s bowlers, particularly fast bowler Simarjeet Singh, executed their plans perfectly on a slow surface. Chasing the modest target, CSK reached 145/5 in 18.2 overs with 10 balls to spare, winning by 5 wickets. This victory was significant for CSK as it kept their playoff hopes alive and ended RR’s winning streak against them. The match demonstrated CSK’s ability to defend their home fortress in Chennai.

🏏 RR vs CSK, 11th Match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, 30th March 2025

Rajasthan Royals kicked off their IPL 2025 campaign with an exciting win at their second home venue in Guwahati. Nitish Rana played a match-winning knock of 81 runs, promoted to number three in a tactical move that paid off handsomely. Sanju Samson contributed valuable runs as RR posted 182/9 despite losing wickets regularly. Chennai Super Kings fought hard in their chase with Ruturaj Gaikwad scoring 63 runs and anchoring the innings. Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 32, and Jamie Overton tried his best with 11 not out, but CSK fell 6 runs short, finishing at 176/6. Wanindu Hasaranga was the star with the ball for RR, claiming 4 wickets and dismantling CSK’s middle order to secure the victory.

🏏 CSK vs RR, 62nd Match at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, 20th May 2025

In their final league match of IPL 2025, Rajasthan Royals defeated Chennai Super Kings at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium. CSK posted 187/8 in their 20 overs with contributions from Ayush Mhatre and other batsmen, while MS Dhoni and Shivam Dube tried to push the score. Young opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi made an impressive debut for RR in this match. Rajasthan chased down the target successfully, reaching 191/4 in 18.5 overs with 7 balls to spare. Dhruv Jurel finished the match in style with a quickfire 31 off 12 balls, hitting crucial boundaries in the final overs. Akash Madhwal earned the Player of the Match award for his bowling performance. Both teams were already out of playoff contention, but the match provided entertainment for the fans. [web:3,8]

Format Analysis

Head-to-Head Record Summary

Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings have created a fascinating rivalry across 31 T20 matches in the Indian Premier League from 2008 to 2025. Chennai Super Kings holds a slight advantage with 16 victories compared to Rajasthan Royals’ 15 wins, making this one of the most evenly matched fixtures in IPL history. The close head-to-head record demonstrates that neither team has been able to establish clear dominance over the other throughout the years.

The matches between these teams have produced several high-scoring encounters and nail-biting finishes. Chennai Super Kings recorded their highest total of 246/5 against RR in 2010, which was the biggest IPL total at that time. Rajasthan Royals’ highest score against CSK is 223/5, also from the 2010 season. On the other end, CSK’s lowest score is 109 all out in 2008 when Sohail Tanvir demolished their batting lineup with figures of 6/14.

Read More: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Cricket vs Mumbai Indians Team Match Scorecard