Chennai Super Kings Cricket Team
Virat Kohli: Life in a bubble is tough, we need to rethink length of tours
Says life in a bio-bubble "does get difficult at times because it is repetitive"
May 08, 2024
Australians at the IPL: David Warner times it right, Steven Smith departs and two big names dropped
Pat Cummins hit form in the final stretch but it wasn't quite enough for KKR as David Warner's team put together three wins on the bounce
May 08, 2024
Shane Watson retires from all cricket
He ends a nearly 20-year career during which he was of the world's premier white-ball allrounders
May 08, 2024
Fleming says rebuilding Super Kings will be 'great fun'
Head coach also explains why Gaikwad wasn't picked sooner and why Tahir played only three games all season
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni 'definitely not' retiring from IPL
Chennai Super Kings captain though admits it is time to revamp the team's core
May 08, 2024
Talking Points: Why did Kings XI Punjab leave out Glenn Maxwell?
Also, why did the third umpire rule Mandeep Singh's low catch off Ruturaj Gaikwad not out?
May 08, 2024
Gaikwad, du Plessis and Super Kings bowlers knock out Kings XI Punjab
The Super Kings bowlers set up the win on a slow, low Abu Dhabi track that might have reminded them of Chepauk
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights: Chennai Super Kings vs Kings XI Punjab
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 53rd match of IPL 2020
May 08, 2024
Party spoilers Super Kings in the way of Kings XI's playoff hunt
Apart from winning on Sunday, Kings XI hope for other results to go their way
May 08, 2024
Stress of bio-secure bubbles: Sam Curran expects players to 'pull out at different stages'
"It's just about trying to speak to the right people around you," Curran says of life in the bubble
May 08, 2024
Ruturaj Gaikwad: 'Covid has made me tough'
After Gaikwad's second match-winning fifty in a row, Dhoni says he is "among the most talented youngsters going around"
May 08, 2024
Did Dhoni feed Rana's strengths?
Also, should Ruturaj Gaikwad have played the full season?
May 08, 2024
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja hurt Kolkata Knight Riders' playoff chances
With seven needed from the last two balls, Jadeja swatted Nagarkoti for back-to-back sixes to raise victory for the Chennai Super Kings
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 49th match of IPL 2020
May 08, 2024
'Won't be surprised if Chennai Super Kings continue with MS Dhoni as captain' - Gautam Gambhir
"CSK is CSK is because of the relationship between the owners and the captain"
May 08, 2024
Eliminated Chennai Super Kings look to spoil Kolkata Knight Riders' party
Still no official word on Andre Russell's availability as KKR look to go from 12 to 14 points against CSK
May 08, 2024
Australians at the IPL: Lean week for batsmen, Pat Cummins gets a haul, six-less Glenn Maxwell
A lean week for Australian batsmen, including a familiar dismissal for David Warner
May 08, 2024
The first single, the first hit, and Ruturaj Gaikwad shows he can do it
The Super Kings batsman finally got a big score, after months of uncertainty, including a tryst with Covid-19
May 08, 2024
Should the RCB quicks have learnt from CSK's seamers?
Also: how long did Monu Kumar have to wait for his IPL debut?
May 08, 2024
Gaikwad fifty guides Chennai Super Kings to comfortable win
Kohli fifty in vain as RCB's charge for a top-two finish takes a blow
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights - Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 44th game of IPL 2020
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020 scenarios: Mumbai one win away from playoffs; CSK eliminated
What is at stake for the Mumbai Indians and the Rajasthan Royals?
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
IPL 2020 scenarios: RCB's chance to go top of the table
What is at stake for RCB and CSK ahead of their game on Sunday?
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers primed for the double against Super Kings
Virat Kohli's men are in form. MS Dhoni's men aren't. Sunday pits them together again
May 08, 2024
Thirty-seven minutes of mayhem: How CSK unravelled
MS Dhoni's men lost five wickets in the powerplay and all but crashed out of the playoffs
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni: Next three games 'preparation for next year'
CSK captain says it's an "ideal opportunity" to give other players a chance
May 08, 2024
Talking Points: Was MS Dhoni right about the lack of 'spark' in his team?
That aside, what makes Kieron Pollard such a successful captain?
May 08, 2024
Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah and Mumbai openers demolish Super Kings to top table
CSK recovered from 43 for 7 but it wasn't enough against a clinical Mumbai side
May 08, 2024
Stats: Five wickets in six overs and other sorry Chennai Super Kings tales
There was joy for Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah, who played the wreckers-in-chief
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights - Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 41st game of IPL 2020
May 08, 2024
Four youngsters who could provide the 'spark' for Chennai Super Kings
From R Sai Kishore to KM Asif, the Super Kings have some potential match-winners in their ranks
May 08, 2024
Scenarios - How Super Kings can still make the playoffs
It doesn't look good, but it is possible. Here's how.
May 08, 2024
Bruised Chennai Super Kings have little room for error against rested Mumbai Indians
While not mathematically out of the race yet, Dhoni's team faces a tough road to make the playoffs
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Dwayne Bravo out of IPL 2020 with groin injury
The allrounder suffered the injury during the match against the Delhi Capitals on October 17
May 08, 2024
Kris Srikkanth slams MS Dhoni: 'What spark did you see in Kedar Jadhav and Piyush Chawla?'
"You keep talking about process, process... but the process of selection itself is wrong"
May 08, 2024
Why Dhoni and Jadeja got stuck against Royals
Also, what is up with Royals' powerplay struggles?
May 08, 2024
Quiz: MS Dhoni in the IPL
It's 200 matches and counting for MS Dhoni in the IPL. Here's a quick quiz to test your knowledge of his illustrious career in the league
May 08, 2024
'We were not really there' - MS Dhoni concedes season might be over for Super Kings
"We didn't see the kind of spark" in the youngsters to push the senior pros out of the XI, he says
May 08, 2024
Buttler, spinners help Royals climb up the table
Super Kings crashed to the bottom of the points table after another feeble effort with the bat
May 08, 2024
Rolling Report: Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 37th match, IPL 2020
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 37th game of IPL 2020
May 08, 2024
Australians at the IPL: Smith back in the groove, Warner's Super Over frustration and Cummins' runs
As the top four teams start to pull away in the IPL here's a look back at how the Australian contingent fared over the last week
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals look to revive their campaigns with time running out
With both sides having lost six of their nine games, a win will give their playoffs pursuit a big push
May 08, 2024
Fleming: Dwayne Bravo will be out for 'few days or couple of weeks'
Fleming revealed that Bravo had sustained a groin injury
May 08, 2024
Super Kings pay for letting Dhawan live a charmed life
According to ESPNCricinfo's Luck Index, at least two of the four chances the batsman enjoyed could've flipped the result
May 08, 2024
Why did Chennai Super Kings pick Ravindra Jadeja over Dwayne Bravo for the final over?
Also, how did Delhi Capitals bat so freely on that pitch?
May 08, 2024
Shikhar Dhawan's ton and Axar Patel's late assault power Capitals past CSK
A sloppy CSK dropped Dhawan four times on his way to his maiden T20 century
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 34th match of IPL 2020, in Sharjah
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings set to test Delhi Capitals' ability to adapt to crisis
Capitals have shown they can adapt to key players being ripped away due to injury. Can they keep doing it?
May 08, 2024
Why did Sam Curran open the batting for Chennai Super Kings?
Also, is Rashid Khan losing his spark with teams opting to attack him late?
May 08, 2024
New-approach Chennai Super Kings strangle Sunrisers Hyderabad
Sam Curran's tone-setting 21-ball 31 at the top highlighted Super Kings' daring approach with the bat
May 08, 2024
Rolling Report - Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings, 29th match, IPL 2020
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 29th match of IPL 2020, in Dubai
May 08, 2024
How Chennai Super Kings can plug the several holes in their ship
By being aggressive upfront and more busy in the middle overs, they can give themselves a chance to make the playoffs
May 08, 2024
Can Chennai Super Kings rekindle their tournament against up-and-down Sunrisers Hyderabad?
Sunrisers edged past when the sides last met, as middle order form continues to elude Super Kings
May 08, 2024
Australians at the IPL: Glenn Maxwell 'shattered', Marcus Stoinis flourishing and David Warner v Jofra Archer
The latest round-up of how the Australia players are going in the UAE as the IPL starts to take shape
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni on CSK's season so far: 'Too many holes in the ship'
The captain wants his batsmen to be more positive, particularly through the middle overs
May 08, 2024
Talking Points: Should RCB look beyond Aaron Finch?
Also, why was Jagadeesan sent in at No. 4 by CSK? More on Talking Points
May 08, 2024
Kohli's 90* leads Royal Challengers' demolition of Super Kings
The flaws in Dhoni's team were laid bare as they crumbled in chase of 170
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore: Rolling Report
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 25th match of IPL 2020, in Dubai
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore seek middle-order boost
If Morris is fit, he is likely to replace Udana in the RCB XI
May 08, 2024
Talking Points: Why did Sunil Narine and Andre Russell bowl so late?
Also, was this the game to send Narine in to bat at No. 4? More on Talking Points
May 08, 2024
Rahul Tripathi, bowling innovations carry Kolkata Knight Riders to ten-run win
Dinesh Karthik's team rises to third spot on the table after impressive victory
May 08, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2020: Rolling Report
All the buzz from the IPL 2020 game between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Chennai Super Kings
May 08, 2024
Andre Russell threat looms large over Chennai Super Kings
Will they bring in Ngidi or Hazlewood instead of Bravo to handle the KKR allrounder?
May 08, 2024
Australians at the IPL, week two - Smith v Cummins, Pattinson v Finch and Watson finds form
There have been some lively head-to-heads over the past week in the IPL
May 08, 2024
Talking Points: Did KL Rahul score too slowly?
Also, have CSK found their best combination? And why Jordan over Mujeeb for Kings XI?
May 08, 2024
Shane Watson and Faf du Plessis' record partnership seals 10-wicket win for CSK
The opening pair put on 181, the highest ever IPL stand for any wicket for CSK
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings vs Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
All the buzz from the IPL 2020 game between the Chennai Super Kings and Kings XI Punjab, in Dubai
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings vs Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2020, Fantasy Pick, team predictions
Fantays predictions for the IPL 2020 match between Chennai Super Kings and Kings XI Punjab
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings very much in need of change, Kings XI Punjab might bring in Chris Jordan
Both teams have lost three out of four games and are desperate for a change in form
May 08, 2024
Do Chennai Super Kings need to tear off the Dhoni template?
We also try to answer why David Warner went against the trend and batted first
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni worried CSK 'bit relaxed' and 'committing same mistakes'
"It's the professionalism that we really need you know: take catches, don't bowl no-balls"
May 08, 2024
Garg, Abhishek shine for Sunrisers as CSK lose three straight
MS Dhoni left himself with a bit too much to do in the final overs as his team fell short by seven runs
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni tops Suresh Raina to become most-capped player in IPL history
Friday's game against Sunrisers Hyderabad is his 164th for the Super Kings, out of 194 overall
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
All the buzz from the IPL game between the Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad on ESPNcricinfo's blog
May 08, 2024
CSK v Sunrisers, IPL 2020, Dubai
Will the real CSK show up against rejuvenated Sunrisers?
Ambati Rayudu and Dwayne Bravo have recovered from their injuries and are available for selection
May 08, 2024
Australians in the IPL, week one: Steven Smith the opener and Marcus Stoinis steals a Super Over
A look back at the main talking points from the opening week of the tournament
May 08, 2024
Talking Points
Talking Points: What can Chennai Super Kings do about their batting?
What's going wrong for Jadeja, how did Delhi Capitals stop Dhoni and four other questions from the game
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
'Lacking steam', 'bit muddled' - MS Dhoni and Stephen Fleming on CSK's poor start
The captain and coach share their thoughts on the team's batting and spin-bowling issues
May 08, 2024
Prithvi Shaw, bowlers make it two wins in two for Delhi Capitals
Chennai Super Kings fell behind early in their chase and were never in the hunt
May 08, 2024
CSK vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
Rolling Report of the seventh game of IPL 2020 between the Chennai Super Kings and the Delhi Capitals
May 08, 2024
Stephen Fleming - 'Chennai Super Kings still trying to find the right balance'
CSK coach plays down concerns over Dhoni's form
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni in focus even as Delhi Capitals look to reset wretched record
The Capitals have won only two games against the Chennai Super Kings since 2013
May 08, 2024
Hamstring niggle likely to keep Ambati Rayudu out for one more game
Chennai Super Kings optimistic about having Rayudu, as well as Dwayne Bravo, for their fourth match
May 08, 2024
Gambhir slams Dhoni's decision to bat at No. 7: 'Makes no sense to me'
Says 'this is not what you call leading from the front' in cutting review of CSK's innings on ESPNcricinfo's Time Out
May 08, 2024
Talking points: What went wrong for the Chennai Super Kings spinners?
And what is it about Sharjah that teams need to be wary of as the tournament progresses?
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni says lack of game time the reason why he batted at No. 7 for Chennai Super Kings
Dhoni felt that the start the Super Kings got wasn't good enough in a tall chase, and also said the team needed to do a better job at not bowling no-balls
May 08, 2024
Sanju Samson, Steven Smith, Jofra Archer help Rajasthan Royals win battle of sixes
A total of 33 sixes were hit, which tied the IPL record for most sixes in a match
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
All the buzz from the game between MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings and Steven Smith's Rajasthan Royals
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020 injury list: When will Kane Williamson, R Ashwin, Dwayne Bravo return to action?
A ready reckoner of all the players who have suffered injuries so far in the tournament
May 08, 2024
Sam Curran's performance 'takes pressure off rushing Dwayne Bravo back' - Stephen Fleming
The West Indies allrounder is recovering from a knee injury
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings look to make it two-in-two against depleted Rajasthan Royals
Steve Smith has recovered for the Royals, while Ruturaj Gaikwad is back in training for the Super Kings
May 08, 2024
CSK's Ruturaj Gaikwad resumes training after negative Covid-19 tests
It is unclear if this makes him eligible for selection for Super Kings' second game against Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday.
May 08, 2024
Shane Watson: India lost out by not selecting Ambati Rayudu for 2019 World Cup
Piyush Chawla, Sam Curran and Faf du Plessis come in for praise from the allrounder too
May 08, 2024
'It was just a psychological aspect' - MS Dhoni on promoting Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran
'One or two [sixes], then it is easier for the batsmen to follow,' says CSK captain
May 08, 2024
Injured Dwayne Bravo likely to be unavailable for one more game for Chennai Super Kings
"Dwayne was injured so he is probably out for the first two games," coach Stephen Fleming said after the opening match
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020: New venues, new tactics, new experience
What can we expect from the tournament? Here's a primer
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming: 'It's like every game is an away game'
The CSK coach, though, is confident they can pick "the right side for the right conditions"
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians - El Clasico to kick off an IPL unlike any other
The gala - minus the fans - is about to get underway, and it starts with two teams with seven titles between them
May 08, 2024
Varying quarantine period for IPL-bound players from England bubble
England, Australia players to isolate themselves for a period between one and six days after landing in the UAE
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Chennai Super Kings' Ruturaj Gaikwad unavailable for IPL 2020 opener against Mumbai Indians
Gaikwad was one of the two players who had tested positive for Covid-19 from the CSK contingent
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Deepak Chahar gets BCCI clearance to start training from Friday
After having tested positive earlier, the CSK seamer has returned two negative tests since and has rejoined the bubble
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Shane Watson lauds Chennai Super Kings' 'world-class leaders' for backing him during IPL 2019
"In every other team that I've been in, I may have been dropped"
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
IPL 2020 schedule: A team-by-team guide
Who do they play? When do they play? Where do they play? Here's a ready reckoner
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians to open IPL title defence against Chennai Super Kings in Abu Dhabi
The schedule was released only for the round-robin stage of the tournament
May 08, 2024
Who will fill in for Lasith Malinga, Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh in IPL?
Finding players to perform the roles these giants did will not be an easy task for their franchises
May 08, 2024
Harbhajan Singh: 'Family takes precedence over sport'
"CSK management were very supportive and I can't thank them enough for that," says spinner
May 08, 2024
Harbhajan Singh opts out of IPL 2020 citing personal reasons
He had not travelled with the rest of the squad last month from Chennai to Dubai
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020 news
IPL 2020: Chennai Super Kings set for training after extended quarantine
No word on Raina's return or replacement; Harbhajan yet to join squad
May 08, 2024
Suresh Raina: 'When bio-bubble is not safe how does one take a chance?'
CSK batsman explains why he left, but also does not rule out returning to Dubai if the "situation" improves
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
CSK's coronavirus-free players set to start training on September 4
Team CEO says they are ready to play IPL opener, if required
May 08, 2024
Sourav Ganguly expecting record TV ratings for IPL 2020, and '30% crowds' later in tournament
Virat Kohli says "love of the game" will help players adjust to performing in front of empty stands
May 08, 2024
Josh Hazlewood on CSK's Covid-19 outbreak: 'It's obviously a little bit of a concern'
Currently in UK, Hazlewood is being updated about IPL developments through a CSK WhatsApp group
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
N Srinivasan - Suresh Raina will realise what he's missing, absence won't impact CSK
He has also said he is confident of his team's prospects this season because of MS Dhoni's leadership
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020 schedule: Will the first leg of the tournament be in Dubai only?
Dividing teams into two groups also being mulled, with less than three weeks to go
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Rahul Chahar to CSK's Deepak: 'Stay strong, brother, get well soon'
It's not known what Deepak is suffering from, but he's part of the CSK camp, where more than 10 members have tested positive
May 08, 2024
Suresh Raina's exit from Chennai Super Kings camp due to concerns over bubble, isolation
A personal tragedy also played its part in forcing the Chennai Super Kings stalwart's hand
May 08, 2024
One more Chennai Super Kings player tests positive for Covid-19
Update follows news of an India international testing positive, and Suresh Raina returning home for "personal reasons"
May 08, 2024
CSK's Suresh Raina to miss entire IPL for personal reasons
He has returned to India from the UAE
May 08, 2024
Covid-19 in Chennai Super Kings ranks, five-day Chepauk camp in sharp focus
The team management was wary about holding the camp, which went ahead on MS Dhoni's insistence
May 08, 2024
India player among at least ten CSK contingent members to test positive for Covid-19
The positive results came out after they were tested on Thursday
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020: Chennai Super Kings extend quarantine, to train from September 1
The development also means CSK will be the last franchise to start training for the tournament
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Harbhajan Singh not to travel with CSK squad to UAE on Friday
It is understood he will arrive a week or ten days later than the others
May 08, 2024
Which IPL team will benefit the most from players featuring in CPL?
Some players are getting key match practice as franchises keep keen eye on form
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
Suresh Raina reveals tears, hugs and party in CSK camp after retiring with MS Dhoni
"I knew Dhoni would announce his retirement upon reaching Chennai, so I was ready," Raina says
May 03, 2024
MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings begin camp, L Balaji wary of 'overloading' players
Bowling coach doesn't want players "trying to do too much, too quickly"
May 08, 2024
2020 IPL will be 'more secure' from corruption due to bubble
BCCI anti-corruption head still wary about corruptors using social media to contact players
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020: Ravindra Jadeja not to be part of CSK's pre-season conditioning camp
The allrounder, however, will reach Chennai in time to board the flight to Dubai on August 21
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020 news
IPL 2020: CSK, KKR to carry 10 exclusive net bowlers to UAE
Delhi Capitals are also expected to carry six net bowlers who will travel with the team
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
CSK eye short camp in Chennai; RCB players to quarantine before UAE flight
Likely travel dates of all eight IPL franchises ahead of upcoming season
May 02, 2024
IPL 2020
2020 IPL: How will Vivo's absence and IPL's move to UAE hurt the franchises?
A few sponsorship deals could be renegotiated this IPL
May 08, 2024
IPL franchises begin quarantining and testing for Covid-19
Teams still waiting for tournament's Standard Operating Procedures to be finalised by the governing council
May 08, 2024
Rohit Sharma wary of coming back from 'longest gap in my career without holding a bat'
Also wary of demanding UAE conditions for IPL; Raina says UAE travel logistics might be easier on players
May 08, 2024
IPL 2020
IPL 2020 SOPs: Rigorous testing, restricted movement, one team per hotel
IPL has permitted families to travel and stay inside the bio-secure bubble, but franchises to take final decision
May 08, 2024
MS Dhoni a 'pure instinct man' - Rahul Dravid, N Srinivasan discuss data and leadership
Dravid cited the example of the franchise when asked about the keys to manage a sports team
May 08, 2024
IPL franchises await news on South Africa players' participation
There is a strict travel restriction in the country which has placed doubt on the players making their way to the UAE
May 08, 2024
What to expect from the IPL Governing Council meeting
From safety protocols to assigning home grounds, here is what could happen during the Sunday meeting
May 08, 2024
IPL news
Chennai Super Kings want IPL camp in UAE from early August
Squad asked to assemble in Chennai on August 9; will travel via a charter flight
May 04, 2024
New Zealand news
First CPL, then IPL - Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Brendon McCullum set for four-month T20 whirl
The trio will stay overseas from this week to early November
May 08, 2024
Ahead of IPL Governing Council meeting, questions on Covid-19 testing and bio-bubbles
It's expected that protocols for the tournament in the UAE will be finalised at the meeting on August 2
May 08, 2024
India news
After retirement rethink, Ambati Rayudu promises IPL return for Chennai Super Kings
Decision to retire was not emotional but because he was disappointed at missing out on the World Cup, explains Indian middle-order batsman
May 03, 2024
Imran Tahir joins Surrey for Vitality Blast campaign
Leading wicket-taker at IPL will join squad at conclusion of South Africa's World Cup campaign
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Final
'Still a lot of work to do' - Stephen Fleming on CSK batting
The Super Kings coach was full of praise for how the bowling unit had stepped up, especially with early-season injuries to key personnel
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL final, Hyderabad
Malinga's final-ball ecstasy means agony for Thakur
Creaky knees and all, one of the game's great death bowlers went all in for the win and delivered a masterclass
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019 final, Hyderabad
'We were just passing the trophy to each other' - MS Dhoni
The Chennai Super Kings captain summed up a tense and seesawing final, full of mistakes from both teams, in typically pithy fashion
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL final, Luck Index
Luck Index: Lucky Watson fails to complete the job
Shane Watson got plenty of chances en route to his 59-ball 80, but Mumbai Indians were still good enough to pull off the win
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, final, IPL 2019, Hyderabad
Quiz: How well do you know Mumbai-Super Kings rivalry?
The Super Indian Derby, as this match-up has come to be known, has produces some dramatic moments. How many do you remember?
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, final, Hyderabad
Mumbai trump Super Kings to win record fourth IPL title
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May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019 final, Hyderabad
Dhoni v Rohit - a familiar script for an IPL final
Both men have been here before, and they've had great success too, but who will take the trophy home in 2019?
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, qualifier 2, Visakhapatnam
'Dream season for us and it's just the start' - Shreyas Iyer
Iyer attributed the defeat to Super Kings to a poor Powerplay with the bat and lack of partnerships throughout the innings
May 08, 2024
South Africa news
South Africa coach Ottis Gibson wanted World Cup players to make early return from IPL
Ottis Gibson put in a request with CSA to withdraw 'key players' early, but ESPNcricinfo understands that the board did not bring up the issue with the BCCI
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, Qualifier 2, IPL 2019, Visakhapatnam
Clinical Super Kings set up finals date with Mumbai
Stats, graphics, in-game analysis and more. Follow ESPNcricinfo's coverage of the second qualifier
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019 Qualifier 2, Visakhapatnam
Combination confusion: the Vijay question, and Morris v Boult
Capitals also need to make a choice between the two Colins - Ingram and Munro - ahead of the Qualifier 2
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, Qualifier 2, IPL 2019, Visakhapatnam
It's Dhoni v Pant again with everything on the line
It's youth v experience. It's a team learning to revel under pressure v a team that repels it. It has fun written all over it
May 08, 2024
IPL Central
IPL Central: Kieron Pollard fined for showing dissent
Catch all the pre-season IPL buzz on the go right here
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, Qualifier 1, IPL 2019, Chennai
'We had an off day' - Dhoni on CSK's batting frailties
The captain was also disappointed that his players could not take advantage of playing at home
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, Qualifier 1, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking points - How Mumbai beat the CSK spin threat
Chennai has been a spinner's paradise this IPL, but the pitch for Qualifier 1 took it to a whole other level
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, Qualifier 1, IPL 2019, Chennai
Suryakumar Yadav, spinners put Mumbai Indians in fifth IPL final
The IPL playoffs are here. First up, the rivalry between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians is renewed in Qualifier 1
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, Qualifier 1, IPL 2019, Chennai
Live Report - CSK v Mumbai, IPL 2019, Qualifier 1
The IPL playoffs are here. First up, the rivalry between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians is renewed in Qualifier 1
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, Qualifier 1, Chennai
IPL's El Clasico: Rohit Sharma's best-laid plans v MS Dhoni's instincts
The Super Kings captain says they don't pay a lot of attention to analytics. Mumbai, on the other hand, bank on hard data and match-ups. Who will come up on top at Chepauk?
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Qualifier 1
Mumbai 2, Super Kings 0, who'll secure direct entry to final?
Mumbai have beaten Super Kings twice in IPL 2019 and in all they have defeated the hosts four times in six IPL matches in Chepauk
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mohali
These games mess with your mind, we were off on a number of fronts - Stephen Fleming
MS Dhoni lauds his bowling unit for bouncing back to keep Kings XI on the field for long enough to ensure a top-two finish for Super Kings
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019 news
Focus on Kedar Jadhav's fitness for World Cup after being ruled out of IPL playoffs
He will go an x-ray and a scan on Monday, CSK coach Stephen Fleming said
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mohali
Talking Points - Raina's return to form has made up for Watson's struggles
Chennai Super Kings don't like messing with their XI. In most other teams, the Australian opener might have lost his place by now
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mohali
Chennai Super Kings seal top-two finish despite convincing defeat
Chennai Super Kings came unchanged into the game where they can seal a top-two spot
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mohali
Chennai Super Kings look to return home for first qualifier
A win against Kings XI will help them finish the league stage on top. A two-two finish would still be within their grasp even if they lose (by a slender margin)
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Losing Dhoni as a batter always difficult for us - Raina
The Chennai Super Kings batsman struck form after a lean season and lauded Dhoni's support at the crease against Delhi Capitals
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, Chennai
'Watch the ball, hit the ball' - Dhoni's formula for the final over
The CSK captain has hit 554 runs in 227 balls in the 20th over of an IPL match. That's 13% of all the runs he's made in this tournament
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking Points - Is Dhoni papering over CSK's middle-order cracks?
Some smart pacing, a few cool tweaks to the batting order, brutal hitting at the close, and Super Kings had gone from 53 for 1 after 10 overs to 179 for 4 by the end
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019
Dhoni, Jadeja and Tahir send Capitals on a tailspin
Ishant too sits out with ankle niggle for Capitals; Jadeja, du Plessis come back to bolster Chennai
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Does winning the toss make a big difference in the IPL?
The answer is a resounding yes, if you analyse what sides look to do and the advantage they gain after winning the toss
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, Chennai
MS Dhoni a doubtful starter in clash of top two teams
The Chennai Super Kings captain has been 'pretty sick during the week', but his recovery is 'progressing', according to coach Stephen Fleming
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL, Chennai
How Mumbai breached Super Kings' fortress
CSK had an unbeaten home record in the 2019 IPL and hadn't failed in a chase in Chennai since 2013. Mumbai Indians came to town and ended that
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL, Chennai
Without Dhoni, Super Kings face their endgame
Dhoni doesn't just bat and keep wicket. When he is not there, it's a huge hole to fill and Super Kings look a far less formidable team
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking Points - Chennai Super Kings laid low by lack of power-play
In the XI only because Ravindra Jadeja was indisposed, the New Zealand left-arm spinner bowled a stunning spell
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Chennai
Irresistible Mumbai complete the double against Super Kings
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May 08, 2024
CSK v Mumbai, IPL 2019, Chennai
Cousins, team-mates, rivals - the Chahar versus Chahar story
Their fathers are brothers and their mothers are sisters, but on Friday there'll be no familial warmth as they play their parts in the IPL's fiercest rivalry
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019
Can Mumbai Indians take down Chennai Super Kings' Chepauk fortress?
Chennai Super Kings haven't lost a home game this season, but they've lost five of their last seven meetings with their biggest rivals
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings,v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2019, Chennai
Luck Index - How Watson made the most of his reprieve
Shane Watson was dropped when he was 33 off 26 balls. Here's why that was the most significant moment of the game
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking Points - Does Shane Watson need a break? Hell, no!
A shift to one-drop in the batting order seems to have made Manish Pandey a different batsman
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings,v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2019, Chennai
Shane Watson's 96 helps CSK maintain their spotless home record
Super Kings have made a change as well, bringing in Harbhajan Singh for Shardul Thakur
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Hyderabad to host IPL final on May 12
The title clash will be played in Hyderabad with the long-standing issue of the closed stands at MA Chidambaram Stadium remaining unresolved
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Smart stats - Who has been the best fielding side in IPL 2019?
An in-depth look at who are the best and worst fielding teams and who are the key game changers - positively and negatively
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2019, Chennai
Concerns for Super Kings as they look to bounce back after successive losses
Sunrisers Hyderabad have won their last two games, one of them against Super Kings, and will want to give star opener Jonny Bairstow a fitting farewell
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL, Luck Index
The two lucky events that helped Royal Challengers Bangalore's cause
In a match of narrow margins, two lucky events - both involving Faf du Plessis - helped Royal Challengers Bangalore finish on the right side of a one-run result
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
Why MS Dhoni refused those three singles
Here's the explanation, from the man himself. Also, Parthiv Patel's thoughts on his nerveless last-ball direct hit
May 08, 2024
RCB v CSK, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
Talking Points - Were RCB too fixated on the left-right combination?
With Parthiv Patel at the crease, they promoted Akshdeep Nath and Marcus Stoinis above the in-form Moeen Ali. Was it a wise decision?
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
Royal Challengers Bangalore win last-ball thriller; Dhoni's 84* in vain
Royal Challengers Bangalore also brought in Umesh Yadav for Mohammad Siraj as they hunt for their first win over Super Kings since 2014
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019
One-sided rivalry awaits the Dhoni, de Villiers touch
Super Kings and Royal Challengers missed their talisman players in their last game and their returns could make their rematch in Bengaluru all the more spicy
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Hyderabad
Ambati Rayudu v Vijay Shankar - the non-fight after the mega hype
In the same week one took the other's place in India's World Cup squad, they squared off against each other in an IPL game and it was... well, nice
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Hyderabad
Rashid Khan, David Warner snap Sunrisers Hyderabad's losing streak
Sunrisers bring back Yusuf Pathan and Shahbaz Nadeem in place of Ricky Bhui and Abhishek Sharma
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019
'We've won more overs than we've lost' - Tom Moody
Sunrisers coach refuses to lay blame for mid-season meltdown to leadership change in Williamson's absence
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Hyderabad
Sunrisers Hyderabad hope for Rashid Khan magic to stop CSK
He has been the best death bowler in the IPL this season, and CSK have won most of their matches by being unflappable in that phase. What will happen when the two meet?
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
IPL 2019 mid-season review: where the teams stand and what they need to do
Halfway through IPL 2019, what are the teams' biggest strengths, and what potential strategy changes can they employ to make up for their weaknesses?
May 08, 2024
Australia news
Aussies overseas: Maxwell's career-best haul, Warner keeps on rolling
The latest round-up of how the Australians are performing in the IPL and county cricket as the World Cup and A squads are named
May 08, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Chennai Super Kings, IPL, Smart Stats
Smart Stats: Tahir's haul worth 5.4, the best this season
Tahir finished with figures of 4-0-27-4, but his Smart Stats were even better, given the batsmen he dismissed and the time when he dismissed them
May 08, 2024
KKR v CSK, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Talking Points - KKR's worst death-overs performance batting first
And for a team that often talks down its own fielding, how good was Super Kings' catching today?
May 08, 2024
KKR v CSK, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Tahir shows spin still rules at Eden Gardens
Stats wise, it's been the worst ground for spinners in the IPL this season, but Imran Tahir showed that can be overcome
May 08, 2024
KKR v CSK, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Raina and Jadeja script another last-over CSK win
Harry Gurney also back for KKR, the trio having recovered from flu-like symptoms
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Hamilton boys Santner and Kuggeleijn tussle to fill Bravo-sized hole
The two have adapted quickly and already put in match-winning performances for Chennai Super Kings
May 08, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Knight Riders wary of losses piling up as CSK come calling
They've lost their last two games and one more could see them slip from second to sixth place by the end of the weekend
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
IPL's soft signal on Dhoni is a chance put down
The game's most high-profile league and its most successful player came up against each other. Here was a chance to set a fitting precedent; in the end the league blinked
May 08, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Jaipur
MS Dhoni's on-field outburst 'probably not' right - Jos Buttler
Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming said that Dhoni took the field only to get clarity since there was confusion about the no-ball decision
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers v Super Kings, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
How Dhoni nearly pulled off a final-over miracle in Bengaluru
How our ball-by-ball commentary captured an epic final over in Bengaluru
May 08, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Jaipur
MS Dhoni fined 50% of match fees for umpiring outburst
The Chennai Super Kings captain had walked onto the field to remonstrate with the umpires over a contentious no-ball call in the final over
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
'Dhoni set a wrong precedent tonight'
A controversial moment. A last-ball six. There was plenty of final-over drama in Jaipur for the cricketing fraternity to talk about on social media
May 08, 2024
Royals v Super Kings, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Sixes, (non-)no-balls, confrontations: how that dramatic final over unfolded in Jaipur
How our ball-by-ball commentary captured the seesawing emotions of one of the most dramatic overs in IPL history
May 08, 2024
Royals v CSK, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Talking Points - What was MS Dhoni thinking?
The dilemma of the high-impact superstar in a misfiring line-up
May 08, 2024
Royals v CSK, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Santner's last-ball six seals dramatic win after Dhoni, Rayudu fifties
Also in for Royals are Jaydev Unadkat and the 17-year-old legspinner Riyan Parag, who makes his IPL debut
May 08, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019
Will Rajasthan Royals make the bold calls before it's too late?
They're second from bottom, and are up against the high-flying Super Kings. Is it time to bring in Ashton Turner and leave out Ben Stokes?
May 08, 2024
CSK v KKR, IPL 2019, Chennai
Dhoni concerned by 'low-scoring' Chepauk pitch
"I don't think we want to play on wickets like these because it becomes too low-scoring and it becomes slightly difficult for our batters to get going," the Super Kings captain said
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019, Chennai
Chepauk choke: Chennai Super Kings' game plan a throwback to 2011
Super Kings' performance a throwback to 2011, where they were invincible at home. Can they repeat it in 2019?
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019
Talking Points - Deepak Chahar ties Knight Riders up in dots
How bad was Knight Riders' start, and how MS Dhoni smiled sweetly and cocked a snook at cricket data
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019
Super Kings bowl in dewy Chennai; both sides unchanged
Both sides are coming off victories in their previous outing
May 08, 2024
CSK v KKR, IPL 2019, Chennai
Chahar, spinners maintain CSK's perfect home record
Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni decided to field first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the clash of the table toppers at Chepauk
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Hyderabad on stand-by for IPL 2019 final if Super Kings can't resolve stands issue
CoA has given Super Kings till the end of the week to revert with a solution to the long-standing issue
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019, Chennai
Can Tahir's legspin put an end to Russellmania?
Since 2015, Andre Russell has managed only 101 runs off 79 balls against legspinners in the IPL. Imran Tahir and Chennai Super Kings will be hoping to exploit that
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019, Chennai
Super Kings have Andre Russell, Knight Riders spinners to worry about in top-of-the-table clash
Looking at numbers, Super Kings' best chance might be to field first and unleash Ravindra Jadeja on the Knight Riders' top order
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Chennai
Massive step for Kuggeleijn to be part of the group - Fleming
After leaking 27 in his first two overs, the seamer gave away only ten runs in his last two while claiming the wickets of Rahul and Sarfaraz
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Chennai
Superstats - Ashwin or Harbhajan, whose contribution was bigger?
Smart Stats compares the performances of the two leading offspinners in the Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab game
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking Points - Kings XI Punjab's spectacular slowdown
The allrounder's absence did force Super Kings into a bit of rejigging, but it might work out for the best for them
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Chennai
CSK claim victory despite Sarfaraz Khan, KL Rahul fifties
Chennai Super Kings hand an IPL debut to Scott Kuggeleijn and give Faf du Plessis his first game of the season
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Chennai
Chris Gayle boost for Kings XI against depleted Super Kings
An injury to Dwayne Bravo has punched holes in Chennai Super Kings' seam attack
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019 news
Hamstring strain sidelines Bravo for two weeks
Batting coach Mike Hussey believes Mohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur can do Bravo's job in the death overs
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Tom Moody wants net-run-rate deduction for slow over rates
Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming, meanwhile, thinks matches are taking so long they are 'defeating the purpose of the short game'
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mumbai
'Just some clumsy errors which we can tidy up' - Fleming on CSK's fielding
"It's one of the downsides of maybe having athletes who are a bit older. But we're okay with that," he said after Chennai Super Kings' 37-run defeat
May 08, 2024
Mumbai v CSK, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Superstats - Hardik Pandya aces it with bat and ball
His showing against CSK turned out to be the best all-round performance in this IPL so far
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Talking Points - Shouldn't Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard get more time in the middle?
For the second game in a row, Hardik played a big part in dragging Mumbai out of a hole, one Suryakumar Yadav's innings played a big role in creating
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Hardik's all-round effort ends Super Kings' unbeaten run
Super Kings go back to three overseas players, while Mumbai hand IPL debuts to Behrendorff and Rahul Chahar
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mumbai
'Under the radar' Deepak Chahar pivotal to the Dhoni-Fleming plan
With the new ball, the pacer has recorded the best economy rate, and smart economy, among all bowlers so far this season
May 08, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Plenty of questions for Mumbai Indians against CSK's old pros
Yuvraj Singh has the worst middle-overs dot-ball percentage of any batsman in IPL 2019. Will Mumbai replace him with Ishan Kishan?
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking Points - MS Dhoni redefines 'par score' on dewy night
Just a week after spinners ruled against Royal Challengers in the tournament opener, the Rajasthan Royals quicks troubled Chennai Super Kings' top order
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Vintage MS Dhoni turns the tables as Rajasthan Royals fall to third defeat
Chennai Super Kings picked four overseas players in their XI for the first time this season
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019
Four overseas players not compulsory in CSK's rule book
Coach Fleming stresses on ability and not whether a player is from India or overseas; is happy with squad depth
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Scott Kuggeleijn slots in for injured Lungi Ngidi at Super Kings
With IPL rules only allowing replacements for injured players, Chennai have to do without one for David Willey
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, a mighty test for misfiring Rajasthan Royals
Royals could have won both the matches they have lost, and now come up against the well-oiled Super Kings machine in their backyard
May 08, 2024
England World Cup build-up
David Willey pulls out of IPL for family reasons
England allrounder to focus on 50-over form with Yorkshire ahead of World Cup, after late birth of child
May 05, 2024
Delhi Capitals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Delhi
'We don't have team meetings. We don't plan' - Bravo
The allrounder said captain MS Dhoni advised him on how to bowl after he leaked 17 runs in his first over
May 08, 2024
Delhi Capitals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, New Delhi
Talking Points: Why no Sandeep Lamichhane?
Delhi Capitals chose to play Rahul Tewatia and Amit Mishra ahead of the Nepal legspinner against Chennai Super Kings
May 08, 2024
Delhi Capitals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, New Delhi
Bravo and Watson come up trumps against Delhi Capitals
Rare instance of both teams in an IPL game fielding just three overseas players
May 08, 2024
Delhi Capitals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Delhi
Can Super Kings work their magic away from spin-friendly Chepauk?
The nature of the Feroz Shah Kotla pitch will be of utmost interest, given Delhi's potent seam attack and Super Kings' wealth of spin options
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2019
Dhoni unhappy with Chepauk pitch, says it needs to get "a lot better"
Virat Kohli says neither team would have enjoyed batting on the slow surface, especially in a T20 contest
May 08, 2024
CSK v RCB, IPL 2019, Chennai
Harbhajan Singh turns back the clock
The offspinner endured his worst IPL last season, and had hardly played serious cricket since then, but on a helpful surface he took the new ball and performed all his old tricks
May 08, 2024
CSK v RCB, IPL 2019
Talking Points: RCB mis-read the pitch
Spinners took 10 out of 13 wickets that fell as CSK got their combination and tactics right in the season opener
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
RCB crumble against spin as CSK win IPL 2019 opener
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May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Super Kings v Royal Challengers: The derby dossier
It's been a while since this blockbuster came round to the MA Chidambaram stadium and here's are all the reasons why you should go gaga over it
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2019, Chennai
Royal Challengers Bangalore look to break five-year duck against Chennai Super Kings
The rivalry between Dhoni's three-time champions and Kohli's men has always been a fiery one, and the perfect match-up to start IPL 2019 off with
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
How Chennai Super Kings kept the whistle alive
Varun Shetty explores the uniquely symbiotic relationship between the IPL's most popular franchise and its intensely passionate fans
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019 news
South Africa quicks Anrich Nortje and Lungi Ngidi ruled out of IPL
While it's a shoulder injury that sees Nortje out of the IPL, CSK will miss Ngidi due to a side-strain picked up during South Africa's ODIs against Sri Lanka
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Chennai to host 2019 IPL final on May 12
On Tuesday, the BCCI released the schedule for the second half of the IPL - till May 5 - but left out the knockout phase
May 08, 2024
IPL 2019
Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore to kick off IPL 2019
BCCI has only released the schedule for the first two weeks, owing to a clash with the general elections in India
May 08, 2024
IPL auction
Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Finch opt out of IPL auction
Sam Curran is among nine capped players to list themselves at the maximum base price of INR 2 crore, while Lasith Malinga hopes to return as a player
May 08, 2024
Indian Premier League 2018
Talking points - What happened to Kaul and Sandeep's seasons?
Their economy rates dramatically shot up towards the end of the season, leaving Sunrisers dependent on two bowlers
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, final, Mumbai
Age no bar: why Dhoni and Fleming backed CSK's "old" squad
Also, the CSK coach explains how shifting their home matches out of Chennai affected team dynamics
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, final, Mumbai
'CSK handled moments of pressure better' - Williamson
The Sunrisers captain said despite having a "competitive total", Shane Watson's innings ensured CSK didn't provide any opportunities by hitting the ball "over the fence, not to our man"
May 08, 2024
'Can't see any other captain pulling off a title win like this'
Reactions to Chennai Super Kings becoming champions of IPL 2018
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018 final, Mumbai
From tuk tuk to boom boom: how Watson won it for CSK
The first ten balls the opener faced were all dots. He then powered to 117 off his next 47 balls to make short work of a 179 chase
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL final, Mumbai
Dwayne Bravo: "We always said experience will get the better of youth"
Reactions from the Chennai Super Kings players soon after they won their third IPL title
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL final, Mumbai
Shane Watson the hero as CSK claim third IPL crown
Follow ESPNcricinfo's live report of the 2018 IPL final, between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Mumbai
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Mumbai
IPL final: CSK v Sunrisers, all you need to know
When and where? Who are favourites? Where to watch the game? All the important information about the IPL final
May 08, 2024
CSK v Sunrisers, IPL 2018, final, Mumbai
CSK 3, Sunrisers 0. IPL final?
For CSK, a seventh final appearance represents a closing of the circle - not only are they back after a two-year suspension; they are back where they have always been
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Quiz: Who's been to an IPL final before?
Some of these facts about IPL 2018's finalists are true, while the rest are figments of our imagination. Can you separate the cook-ups from the facts?
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018 final, Mumbai
CSK, Sunrisers reflect on challenges overcome on eve of grand final
Dhoni has a poor record in recent IPL finals, but Williamson has baggage of a different kind: Sunrisers have lost to CSK every time this season
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers v CSK, IPL 2018, Qualifier 1, Mumbai
We backed Carlos with his death bowling - Williamson
The Sunrisers Hyderabad captain refused to blame his bowlers for the loss against Chennai Super Kings, and instead suggested his side may have been 15-20 runs short
May 08, 2024
'Simply Faftastic'
Twitter applauded Faf du Plessis on his unbeaten 67, which led CSK to their seventh IPL final
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, Qualifier 1, IPL 2018, Mumbai
Du Plessis does a Dhoni, and even seals it with a six
The opener manoeuvred the middle overs, took the game deep, targetted Carlos Brathwaite and sealed CSK's place in the final with a six
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers v CSK, IPL 2018, Qualifier 1, Mumbai
Faf du Plessis to his team-mates: "How did we win this, guys?"
CSK's match-winner said he specifically targeted Carlos Brathwaite since his normal-pace deliveries and slower balls weren't too different
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, Qualifier 1, IPL 2018, Mumbai
Talking Points: Brathwaite at the death? Really?
All at once, Super Kings have answered uncomfortable questions that had been asked of their bowling attack all season
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, 1st Qualifier, Mumbai
Faf du Plessis pulls off great escape to lead CSK into IPL final
Follow ESPNcricinfo's live report of the first IPL qualifier between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings in Mumbai
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Qualifier-1, Mumbai
CSK eye direct path to seventh IPL final
Three successive losses have sucked momentum out of Sunrisers Hyderabad. Now, they'll have to get it together against a side that has made the playoffs in every season
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Pune
How Lungi Ngidi maximised a spicy Pune surface
Pace, bounce, swing and carry: over four overs, the 22-year old fast bowler from South Africa showed all that and more to shut out Kings XI Punjab's hopes of making the playoffs
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Talking Points: What was that Super Kings batting order about?
It was Ashwin who promised to defy conventions in the IPL but it was his former franchise captain MS Dhoni who took things to a new level
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Pune
Ngidi, Raina knock Kings XI out; Royals secure playoffs spot
CSK are still not assured of a top-two finish. If MS Dhoni's men lose by 76 runs, then they would drop to third place on the virtue of net run rate
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Pune
Kings XI's hopes hinge on Mumbai defeat
Kings XI Punjab need to beat Chennai Super Kings to have a shot at making the playoffs, but that result matters only if Mumbai Indians have lost to Delhi Daredevils
May 08, 2024
Delhi Daredevils v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Delhi
Mishra proves he's far from finished
He started the tournament poorly, but has proved to be a vital cog in the bowling arsenal as Delhi Daredevils look to build for 2019
May 08, 2024
Delhi Daredevils v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Delhi
Harshal, Mishra help Daredevils trip up CSK
Daredevils were going in with just three overseas players in Maxwell, Lamichhane and Boult
May 08, 2024
Delhi Daredevils v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Delhi
Can Daredevils salvage pride against CSK?
Having already been knocked out, the hosts now gear up to face Chennai Super Kings who have their sights set on a top-two finish
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Pune
Twinkle-toed Rayudu celebrates India call-up
The CSK batsman regularly used his feet and struck his maiden T20 hundred to all but lead his team into the playoffs
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Talking Points - Sunrisers fall short against great chasers, again
And what's happened to Kane Williamson, the apparent struggler?
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Pune
Rayudu hundred puts CSK on brink of playoffs
Looking to seal a top-two slot in the league, Sunrisers Hyderabad were asked to do that the tough way: defending a total against Chennai Super Kings in Pune
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Pune
Will Dhoni's criticism fire up CSK bowlers?
Less than 48 hours after MS Dhoni pulled his boys up for not executing plans properly in the field, they come up against the wily Sunrisers
May 08, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Did Dhoni not allocate the death overs properly?
A look at how Rajasthan Royals' new opening pair made Dhoni change tactics, what lengths were bowled to the CSK captain, and where CSK lost the match
May 08, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Buttler keeps Royals relevant in race to playoffs
In a game that Rajasthan Royals must win to stay in the playoff race, MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings asked them to field
May 08, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Royals run into in-form CSK with time running out
Another win for MS Dhoni's men will take them a step closer to making the knockouts for the ninth time in as many seasons
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Should spinners bowl in the death in IPL?
Depending on the pitch, outfield size and batsmen at the crease, spin could be a good alternative to the traditional death-over tricks by pace bowlers
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2018, Pune
How Ravindra Jadeja set RCB up for failure
One match after being trolled on social media for his role in the Chennai Super Kings team, the allrounder dismissed Virat Kohli for a duck with his first ball
May 08, 2024
CSK v RCB, IPL 2018, Pune
A tactical masterstroke from Dhoni? Or a bit lucky?
Dropping a wristspinner for an extra overseas fast bowler put the onus on CSK's fingerspinners, and they took with 5 for 40
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2018, Pune
Jadeja and Harbhajan sink the RCB arsenal
Parthiv Patel was brought into the RCB XI with Quinton de Kock unavailable
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2018, Pune
AB de Villiers to return as RCB aim to stay afloat
Virat Kohli's team will face an incredibly tough path to the playoffs if they drop points against CSK
May 08, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Kolkata
Gill and Karthik power KKR past sloppy CSK
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Dinesh Karthik stuck with the chasing trend and chose to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in Kolkata
May 08, 2024
KKR v CSK, IPL 2018, Kolkata
Can KKR, CSK iron out their end-over issues?
For one it's their death-over batting, for the other it's the bowling. That could mean another even contest, and another blockbuster finish - like the last time they met
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Daredevils, IPL 2018, Pune
Ngidi's impressive IPL initiation
For a week, the South Africa quick warmed the bench. Then he flew home after his father's demise. Upon return, he tied down Delhi Daredevils' batting line-up
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Daredevils, IPL 2018, Pune
Watson, Dhoni muscle CSK to the top
Uncapped Kerala fast bowler KM Asif among four changes for Chennai Super Kings; Faf du Plessis makes way for Sam Billings
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Daredevils, IPL 2018, Pune
Iyer's Daredevils take aim at wounded CSK
In a blow to Super Kings' bowling attack, pacer Deepak Chahar is out for at least two weeks with a hamstring injury
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2018, Pune
Mumbai ride on the Rohit factor
With their campaign nearing a point of no return, the captain carved out a calm unbeaten half-century to steer the chase
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2018, Pune
Rohit stops Mumbai's freefall with match-winning fifty
Both captains felt the Pune surface won't change for the course of the game
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2018, Pune
Mumbai run into table-toppers with time running out
Mumbai are in dire need of a change of fortune, but Chennai Super Kings may not be in an obliging mood
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Bengaluru
Dhoni breaks personal six-hitting record in IPL
MS Dhoni struck seven sixes, his personal best in a single IPL game, to seal a high-scoring win for Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Bengaluru
Dhoni, Rayudu raze down 206 in blaze of sixes
Despite damp conditions in the ground and overcast conditions above, both teams fortified their spin resrves; Royal Challengers brought in Pawan Negi and handed a debut to Colin de Grandhomme
May 08, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Bengaluru
CSK target top spot; RCB look to rise further from the bottom
The hosts have been over-reliant on Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers for their runs. Will one of them do the job again against CSK?
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Hyderabad
Floater Rayudu the new hero for CSK
On a day when Chennai Super Kings crawled to the lowest Powerplay score (27 for 1) and the lowest 10-over score of the season 54 for 2), Ambati Rayudu smoked 79 off 37 balls at a Smart strike rate of 288.54
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Hyderabad
Rayudu, Chahar the difference as CSK pull off another close win
Chennai Super Kings brought in Faf du Plessis to replace Imran Tahir, who was ruled out with an illness
May 08, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Hyderabad
The best batting line-up v the best bowling line-up this IPL
A Sunday special in Hyderabad with Dhoni, Rashid, Bravo, Dhawan and many more fighting for the limelight
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Talking Points: When will Royals play Rahul Tripathi in the Powerplay?
Chennai Super Kings, meanwhile, found a solo hero for the third time in four matches
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Pune
Watson sizzles in familiar role
After a poor 2017, Watson has done well to raise his game and show he's still got it
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018
Royals fall flat after Watson century
Rajasthan Royals leave out Kulkarni, Short for Binny and Klaasen; Karn Sharma debuts for CSK in their first match at their new home ground in Pune
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Pune
CSK seek to recreate stronghold at new home
Both MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina, who are recovering from injuries, trained on the eve of the match against Rajasthan Royals and could be fit to play on Friday
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Pune
CSK arranges chartered train for diehard fans
The 'Whistle Podu Express' will carry around 1000 fans from Chennai to Pune, with the team management to bear all expenses
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Mohali
Dhoni sees future for Jadeja the finisher
The Chennai Super Kings captain explains why he has the left-hander batting ahead of the big-hitting Dwaye Bravo. Hint: it has to do with his left-handedness
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Ashwin outsmarts old mate Dhoni
Against his former side, R Ashwin got his own team selection and Powerplay tactics right to come out on top
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Mohali
Dhoni falls short in final over, Kings XI prevent a heist
With the plausibility of dew impacting the efficiency of their spinners, Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni chose to bowl first against Kings XI Punjab in Mohali
May 08, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Mohali
Dhoni v Ashwin: once long-term team-mates, now rivals
Injury concerns aside, CSK have begun well, squeezing out maximum points so far. Now they run into a revamped Kings XI Punjab, captained by an old friend
May 08, 2024
Super Kings v Knight Riders, Chennai, IPL 2018
CSK win it the Dhoni way
All the numbers said one thing, MS Dhoni's team did something quite different and it just worked for them. In the heat of the battle, instinct trumped statistics and the opposition blinked first
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2018, Chennai
Billings brings out his best in unfamiliar role
Sam Billings has faced very few deliveries in the slog overs in his career, but he owned his finishing role on Tuesday
May 08, 2024
CSK v KKR, IPL 2018, Chennai
Shoes thrown at boundary during CSK-KKR game
The incident occurred in the vicinity of a Chennai Super Kings fielder, prompting the intervention of the police in CSK's first home match in nearly three years
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2018, Chennai
CSK chase 203 in blockbuster finish to homecoming
After a 13-minute delay to the toss due to the officials and the Kolkata Knight Riders team arriving late at the ground, Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni chose to bowl first on their return to the M. Chidambaram Stadium
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2018, Chennai
Slow-moving Super Kings legs in the spotlight
Dwayne Bravo's assault papered over Chennai Super Kings' fielding effort, but winning from 118 for 8 won't always happen
May 08, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2018, Chennai
Batting worries for CSK ahead of big homecoming
Can Dinesh Karthik lead Knight Riders to a win and spoil the party for what is otherwise his home crowd?
May 08, 2024
IPL 2018
Chennai ready to 'rock' CSK's homecoming
They enjoyed a thrilling return after three years, stunning defending champions Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium. The occasion is only going to get grander at what is expected to be a packed MA Chidambaram Stadium
May 08, 2024