Lucknow Super Giants lead the CSK vs LSG head to head record 3-2 across 6 matches (1 no result) since LSG entered the IPL in 2022. That makes this one of the newest rivalries in the tournament, but it has already produced a record-breaking chase at Chepauk, a classic Dhoni finish in Lucknow, and one of the greatest individual innings in IPL history.
With Rishabh Pant captaining LSG and Sanju Samson joining a rebuilding CSK for IPL 2026, this fixture is set to gain even more intensity. The student-vs-mentor dynamic between Pant and MS Dhoni adds a layer of narrative that few IPL matchups can match.
CSK vs LSG Head to Head: Overall Record
| Category | CSK | LSG |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 | 6 |
| Wins | 2 | 3 |
| No Result | 1 | 1 |
| Highest Score | 217/7 (2023) | 213/4 (2024) |
| Lowest Score | 176/6 (2024) | 166/7 (2025) |
LSG have won 3 of the 5 completed matches against CSK, which is an impressive start for a franchise that has existed for just four seasons. The one no-result came in 2023 at Lucknow when rain washed out a match where Ayush Badoni was batting brilliantly.
What stands out is the dominance of chasing teams. In all five completed CSK vs LSG matches, the team batting second has won. High dew at both Chepauk and Ekana has consistently helped the side chasing, making the toss a significant factor in this rivalry.
League Stage vs Playoff Record
All six CSK vs LSG encounters have been league-stage matches. The two teams have never met in a playoff or knockout game. Given that LSG reached the Eliminator in both 2022 and 2023, and CSK played the 2023 IPL Final, their paths simply did not cross in knockouts.
This means the rivalry has yet to produce a truly pressure-cooker moment under do-or-die conditions. All results so far reflect regular-season form rather than tournament temperament.
Venue-Wise Head to Head Breakdown
Here are Venue Wise Record of CSK and LSG:
Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Three matches have been played at LSG’s home ground. The record reads: LSG 1 win, CSK 1 win, 1 no result. In 2023, rain denied a result after Badoni’s fifty-run cameo. In 2024, KL Rahul (82 off 53) anchored an 8-wicket win in a dominant chase of 177. But CSK hit back in 2025, chasing 167 with Dhoni’s 26* off 11 balls proving the difference .
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Two matches at Chepauk, one win apiece. CSK defended 217 in 2023 behind Ravindra Jadeja’s all-round brilliance, winning by 12 runs. But in 2024, Marcus Stoinis (124* off 63) pulled off the highest-ever successful chase at Chepauk in T20 cricket, chasing down 211 to hand CSK their first home defeat of the season. That single innings rewrote the Chepauk record books.
Neutral Venues
One match at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai (2022), which LSG won by 6 wickets. This was played during COVID-era scheduling when all matches were at neutral venues in Maharashtra. Evin Lewis (55 off 23) blitzed the fastest fifty of IPL 2022 to power LSG past CSK’s 210.
| Venue | Matches | CSK Wins | LSG Wins | NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ekana, Lucknow | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Chepauk, Chennai | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brabourne, Mumbai | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
CSK vs LSG: Every Match Result (2022–2025)
Here is the complete season-by-season breakdown of every CSK vs LSG match since 2022.
| # | Year | Venue | Winner | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2022 | Brabourne, Mumbai | LSG | LSG 211/4; Lewis 55(23); 6-wkt win |
| 2 | 2023 | Chepauk, Chennai | CSK | CSK 217/7; defended; 12-run win |
| 3 | 2023 | Ekana, Lucknow | No Result | Rain; Badoni 50+ batting |
| 4 | 2024 | Ekana, Lucknow | LSG | KL Rahul 82(53); 8-wkt win chasing 177 |
| 5 | 2024 | Chepauk, Chennai | LSG | Stoinis 124*(63); chased 211; 6-wkt win |
| 6 | 2025 | Ekana, Lucknow | CSK | Dhoni 26*(11), Dube 43*; 5-wkt win |
The trend is striking. LSG won 3 consecutive completed matches from 2022 to 2024, completing a rare double over CSK in 2024 at both Lucknow and Chennai. But CSK snapped that streak in 2025 with their gutsy chase at Ekana, powered by a vintage Dhoni cameo.
Top 3 Most Memorable CSK vs LSG Encounters
Here are top 3 Memorable Encounters Between CSK and LSG:
1. IPL 2024, Chepauk: Stoinis Breaches Fortress Chepauk
This match had everything. Ruturaj Gaikwad hit an unbeaten 108 off 60 balls and Shivam Dube blasted 66 off 27 to power CSK to 210/4. Any other night, that total would have been enough at Chepauk. But Marcus Stoinis had different plans.
Walking in at No. 3 after Quinton de Kock fell in the first over, Stoinis played masterclass of pacing. His unbeaten 124 off 63 balls (13 fours, 6 sixes) remains the highest individual score in an IPL chase. LSG chased down 211 with 3 balls to spare, registering the highest successful chase in T20 cricket at Chepauk.
That knock made the entire stadium fall silent. Stoinis called it “ebb and flow, not just go go go”. For CSK, it was a rare night when even a Gaikwad century at home was not enough.
2. IPL 2025, Lucknow: Dhoni Turns Back the Clock
CSK arrived in Lucknow on a five-match winless streak, their worst run since joining the IPL. MS Dhoni was captaining after Gaikwad’s injury, and the pressure was immense. Ravindra Jadeja (2/24) and Noor Ahmad (0/13 in 4 overs) restricted LSG to 166/7.
The chase wobbled at 96/4 in the 13th over after Ravi Bishnoi struck twice. Then Dhoni walked in to a thunderous reception, even in an opposition stadium. Three fours and a one-handed six over midwicket from Dhoni’s bat brought the equation down to 20 off 11. His 26* off 11 balls combined with Shivam Dube’s 43* sealed a 5-wicket win. Dhoni also became the first wicketkeeper to complete 200 IPL dismissals during this match .
3. IPL 2022, Brabourne: LSG’s Debut Statement
The very first CSK vs LSG match set the tone for this rivalry. CSK, defending champions at the time, posted 210/7 on the back of Robin Uthappa (50 off 27) and Shivam Dube (49 off 30). It looked like enough.
But KL Rahul (40 off 26) and Quinton de Kock (61 off 45) put on a 99-run opening stand that laid the platform. When CSK clawed back with middle-order wickets, Evin Lewis smashed 55 off just 23 balls, the fastest fifty of IPL 2022, to take LSG home by 6 wickets. Dwayne Bravo also became the IPL’s all-time highest wicket-taker during this match, overtaking Lasith Malinga.
Key Players in the CSK vs LSG Rivalry
Here are some Key Players From Rivalry:
Top Run-Scorers
| Player | Team | Key Stat | Notable Innings | 2026 Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Stoinis | LSG | 124* (best) | 124*(63) at Chepauk | Released by LSG |
| KL Rahul | LSG | 3 MOTM | 82(53) at Lucknow | DC |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | CSK | 108* (best) | 108*(60) at Chepauk | CSK (captain) |
| Quinton de Kock | LSG | 2 50+ scores | 61(45) in 2022 | Released by LSG |
| MS Dhoni | CSK | Key finisher | 26*(11) in 2025 | CSK (uncapped) |
KL Rahul has been the standout performer in this rivalry, winning 3 Player of the Match awards against CSK across all formats. His calm, accumulating style at the top has consistently dismantled CSK’s bowling plans. However, Rahul has moved to Delhi Capitals for IPL 2026, so LSG will miss his influence in this fixture.
Marcus Stoinis’ 124* remains the single greatest innings in this rivalry. He too has been released by LSG. On the CSK side, Gaikwad’s century in 2024 and Dhoni’s match-winning cameos in both 2024 (28* off 9) and 2025 (26* off 11) have been the defining batting performances.
Top Wicket-Takers
| Player | Team | Wickets | Notable Spell | 2026 Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravindra Jadeja | CSK | Key all-rounder | 2/24 in 2025 | RR (traded) |
| Ravi Bishnoi | LSG | Impact spinner | Key wkts in 2023/25 | Released by LSG |
| Noor Ahmad | CSK | 0/13 (4 ov) | Choked LSG in 2025 | CSK |
| Matheesha Pathirana | CSK | Death specialist | 2/35 in 2024 | [VERIFY] |
Ravindra Jadeja was CSK’s most reliable performer in this fixture, delivering with both bat and ball in multiple encounters. His 2/24 in the 2025 Lucknow win and his all-round display in the 2023 Chepauk victory were critical. However, Jadeja has been traded to Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026, leaving a massive gap in CSK’s lineup against any opponent.
Noor Ahmad’s spell of 0/13 in 4 overs during the 2025 match was described as Classic. The left-arm spinner gave away nothing in the middle overs, building the pressure that Jadeja and Pathirana capitalized on.
Biggest Wins in This Rivalry
| Winner | Year | Margin | Venue | MOTM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSG | 2024 | 8 wickets (6 balls left) | Lucknow | KL Rahul (82 off 53) |
| CSK | 2023 | 12 runs | Chennai | Jadeja all-round [VERIFY MOTM] |
| LSG | 2024 | 6 wickets (3 balls left) | Chennai | Stoinis (124* off 63) |
LSG’s 8-wicket win at Lucknow in 2024 was the most dominant result in this rivalry by margin. KL Rahul’s 134-run opening partnership with de Kock was the highest ever at the Ekana Stadium at the time. CSK’s biggest win was their 12-run victory at Chepauk in 2023 when they defended 217 successfully.
Recent Form: Last 3 Completed Matches
LSG won 2 of the last 3 completed meetings (both in 2024), while CSK won the most recent encounter in 2025. The 2024 double by LSG was particularly significant because it included breaching Chepauk and dominating at Ekana. CSK’s 2025 win, though, showed they could fight even at their lowest point.
That said, the rivalry’s dynamics are about to change dramatically for 2026. Both squads have undergone significant overhauls.
What IPL 2026 Brings to This Rivalry
Here are Teams Overview before IPL 2026 Begining:
LSG’s IPL 2026 Squad
Rishabh Pant continues as captain with Justin Langer coaching and Kane Williamson as strategic advisor. The batting features Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, and Ayush Badoni. The pace attack has been bolstered with Mohammed Shami (traded from SRH), Anrich Nortje, and Mayank Yadav. Wanindu Hasaranga adds world-class spin.
LSG finished 7th in IPL 2025 with 6 wins from 14 matches. Key departures include KL Rahul (now DC), David Miller, Ravi Bishnoi, and Marcus Stoinis. That means two of the three biggest match-winners against CSK (Rahul and Stoinis) are no longer in LSG’s squad.
CSK’s IPL 2026 Squad
Ruturaj Gaikwad captains. The headline acquisition is Sanju Samson, traded from RR in exchange for Jadeja and Sam Curran. MS Dhoni stays as an uncapped player. The bowling core of Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, and Anshul Kamboj showed promise in late 2025. Young guns Dewald Brevis and Ayush Mhatre offer explosive batting depth.
CSK finished 10th (last) in IPL 2025, their worst-ever season (4 wins from 14 matches). The loss of Jadeja’s all-round ability is the biggest gap, but Samson’s addition at the top brings a different dimension to CSK’s batting. CSK open their 2026 campaign against RR on March 30 in Guwahati.
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Verdict: LSG Leads The Rivalry Currently by 3-2
LSG lead 3-2 from 5 completed matches, so the numbers favor Lucknow. But the 2024 double, their most dominant stretch against CSK, was driven largely by KL Rahul and Marcus Stoinis, neither of whom will play for LSG in 2026.
CSK’s 2025 win at Lucknow was arguably the most significant result in this rivalry from a narrative standpoint. It came during their worst season, with Dhoni captaining through an injury crisis, and showed that even a struggling CSK can find a way when it matters. That resilience is baked into the franchise’s DNA.
For IPL 2026, both teams are rebuilding. LSG have the stronger pace attack on paper (Shami, Nortje, Mayank Yadav), but they have lost their best performers against CSK. CSK have added Samson’s batting prowess but lost Jadeja’s all-round versatility. This rivalry is about to enter a new chapter, and neither side enters it with a clear advantage.
