Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline (2008–2026): Complete PBKS vs CSK Match History, Broken Records 

The Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings timeline is one of the most interesting long-running matchups in Indian Premier League history. What began in the inaugural IPL season in 2008 has developed into a contest filled with high-scoring games, dramatic chases, big individual performances and some surprisingly strong results for Punjab Kings in recent years.

Punjab Kings originally played under the name Kings XI Punjab, while Chennai Super Kings have retained the CSK identity throughout their IPL journey. Despite Chennai’s reputation as one of the most successful franchises in the competition, the head-to-head battle with Punjab has become increasingly competitive.

As of the latest meeting on April 3, 2026, Punjab Kings lead the overall fixture 17–16 in 33 matches when the 2010 Super Over victory is counted as a Punjab win. The underlying match was tied after both teams scored 136, before Kings XI Punjab won the one-over eliminator.

The rivalry has also changed dramatically over time. Chennai dominated the early years, winning the first five meetings between the sides. Punjab then gradually closed the gap, and the balance shifted strongly in its favour from 2022 onward. Between 2022 and 2026, Punjab won eight of the 10 meetings.

This article covers the complete Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings timeline, including season-wise results, head-to-head statistics, memorable matches, biggest wins, highest totals, venue records and the latest 2026 encounter.

Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline: At a Glance

Category	Record
Teams	Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings
Former Punjab Name	Kings XI Punjab
Competition	Indian Premier League
First Meeting	April 19, 2008
Latest Meeting	April 3, 2026
Total Matches	33
Punjab Kings Wins	17
CSK Wins	16
Tied Matches	1 before Super Over
No Results	0
Highest CSK Score	240/5
Highest Punjab Score	231/4
Biggest CSK Win	97 runs
Biggest Punjab Win	54 runs
Latest Winner	Punjab Kings
Latest Result	PBKS won by 5 wickets

The 2010 meeting is the only match in this rivalry that required a Super Over. For head-to-head purposes, many statistical records credit Punjab with the victory, producing a 17–16 overall advantage. Readers who separate the tied regulation match from the Super Over can describe the ledger as 16 wins apiece and one tie.

Punjab Kings vs CSK First Encounter

The first chapter of the PBKS vs CSK timeline was played on April 19, 2008, at the PCA Stadium in Mohali during the inaugural IPL season.

Chennai Super Kings immediately established their authority. Batting first, CSK posted an enormous 240/5, one of the biggest totals in the early IPL. Punjab responded with 207/4 but still fell short by 33 runs.

The match was particularly significant because it showed the attacking style that would become a feature of this rivalry. Both sides crossed 200, producing a combined 447 runs.

CSK’s victory also began a dominant period. Chennai went on to win all three meetings against Kings XI Punjab during the 2008 season, including the semi-final at Wankhede Stadium.

The first match therefore set the tone for a rivalry that would eventually include massive scores, close finishes and dramatic changes in momentum.

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Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline: Season-Wise

PBKS vs CSK in 2008

The inaugural season was completely dominated by Chennai.

The teams met three times:

Date	Venue	Result
April 19, 2008	PCA Stadium, Mohali	CSK won by 33 runs
May 10, 2008	M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai	CSK won by 18 runs
May 31, 2008	Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai	CSK won by 9 wickets

The opening encounter remains one of the highest-scoring games in the fixture because CSK made 240/5 and Punjab replied with 207/4.

The third meeting was particularly important because it was a knockout. Chennai defeated Kings XI Punjab by nine wickets in the semi-final, winning with 31 balls remaining after restricting Punjab to 112/8.

The 2008 season therefore ended with Chennai holding a perfect 3–0 record over Punjab.

PBKS vs CSK in 2009

The IPL moved to South Africa in 2009, but the result remained the same.

CSK won both meetings:

Date	Venue	Result
May 7, 2009	SuperSport Park, Centurion	CSK won by 12 runs
May 20, 2009	Kingsmead, Durban	CSK won by 24 runs

The first match was affected by the Duckworth-Lewis method, while the second was a conventional 24-run victory.

With these two results, Chennai had won the first five meetings between the franchises. That remains the longest unbeaten run by either team in this particular head-to-head.

PBKS vs CSK in 2010

The 2010 season produced one of the most memorable matches in the entire rivalry.

On March 21, the teams played at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium. Both sides finished their innings on 136, forcing a Super Over.

Kings XI Punjab won the one-over eliminator.

Because the regulation match itself was tied, statistical databases can display this result differently. The conventional head-to-head approach counts it as a Punjab victory, while some records retain the tie separately and then record the Super Over outcome.

Punjab’s other match against CSK that season came on April 18 at Dharamsala, where Chennai won by six wickets.

The season ended 1–1 in terms of match outcomes.

PBKS vs CSK in 2011

Punjab finally achieved a clear victory over Chennai in 2011.

On April 13 at Mohali, Kings XI Punjab defeated CSK by six wickets.

This was an important moment because it ended Chennai’s five-match winning streak from the opening years of the rivalry and demonstrated that Punjab could compete successfully against the established powerhouse.

PBKS vs CSK in 2012

• Punjab dominated both meetings in 2012.
• The first came at Chennai on April 28, when Kings XI Punjab won by seven runs.
• The second was played at Dharamsala on May 17, with Punjab winning by six wickets.
• The two victories gave Punjab a 2–0 season record against CSK and represented another major shift in the rivalry.

PBKS vs CSK in 2013

Chennai responded strongly in 2013.

CSK won both meetings:

• 10 wickets at Mohali
• 15 runs at Chennai

The 10-wicket victory was particularly emphatic. Chennai chased down Punjab’s target without losing a wicket.

It was one of two occasions in the rivalry when CSK won by 10 wickets. The other came against Punjab in Dubai in 2020.

PBKS vs CSK in 2014

The 2014 season was one of the most important chapters in the Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings timeline.

Punjab won all three meetings, including a playoff encounter.

Date	Venue	Result
April 18, 2014	Sheikh Zayed Stadium	KXIP won by 6 wickets
May 7, 2014	Barabati Stadium, Cuttack	KXIP won by 44 runs
May 30, 2014	Wankhede Stadium	KXIP won by 24 runs

The playoff match was the Qualifier 2, making it one of only two knockout meetings between these teams.

Punjab scored 226/6, while Chennai finished on 202/7. Punjab’s 226 remains its highest score against CSK in a knockout match and one of the highest totals in the entire rivalry.

Virender Sehwag’s spectacular 122 in the 2014 Qualifier 2 became one of the signature individual performances of the rivalry.

PBKS vs CSK in 2015

• After Punjab’s dominance in 2014, Chennai responded emphatically in 2015.
• CSK won both meetings.
• The first was particularly one-sided. On April 25 at Chennai, CSK defeated Kings XI Punjab by 97 runs, which remains Chennai’s biggest victory over Punjab by runs.
• Punjab was restricted to 95/9 after CSK posted a strong total.
• The second meeting at Mohali ended with CSK winning by seven wickets.
• The two victories restored Chennai’s superiority in the short term.

2016 and 2017: No Meetings

• There were no PBKS vs CSK matches in 2016 or 2017.
• The reason was Chennai Super Kings’ two-year suspension from the IPL.
• Punjab continued participating in the competition, but the absence of CSK meant the rivalry temporarily disappeared from the fixture list.

PBKS vs CSK in 2018

• Chennai returned to the IPL in 2018, and the rivalry resumed immediately.
• The teams split their two matches.
• On April 15 at Mohali, Kings XI Punjab won by four runs.
• On May 20 at Pune, Chennai Super Kings responded with a five-wicket victory.
• The first match was particularly close, while the second demonstrated CSK’s strength in a successful chase.

PBKS vs CSK in 2019

• The 2019 season again produced one victory for each side.
• CSK won by 22 runs in Chennai on April 6.
• Punjab responded on May 5 at Mohali with a six-wicket win.
• The back-and-forth results showed that neither team had complete control over the fixture.

PBKS vs CSK in 2020

• The IPL was played in the UAE in 2020, and Chennai won both meetings.
• CSK defeated Punjab by 10 wickets in Dubai and then by nine wickets in Abu Dhabi.
• The Dubai match was especially notable because Chennai chased a target of 179 without losing a wicket. It was the second 10-wicket CSK victory in this fixture.

PBKS vs CSK in 2021

• The 2021 season was split.
• Chennai won the April meeting by six wickets at Wankhede Stadium.
• Punjab then defeated CSK by six wickets in Dubai on October 7.
• The second result marked the beginning of a significant shift in the rivalry.

PBKS vs CSK in 2022

• Punjab Kings won both matches in 2022.
• On April 3 at Brabourne Stadium, Punjab produced a 54-run victory, which remains the franchise’s biggest win over CSK by runs.
• On April 25 at Wankhede, Punjab again defeated Chennai, this time by 11 runs.
• The two victories were a strong indication that the balance of the rivalry was changing.

PBKS vs CSK in 2023

• The teams met once in 2023.
• On April 30 at Chennai, Punjab Kings defeated CSK by four wickets.
• The victory was especially notable because it came at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, traditionally considered one of CSK’s strongest home venues.

PBKS vs CSK in 2024

• The two sides met twice.
• Punjab won the first encounter at Chennai by seven wickets on May 1.
• CSK then responded at Dharamsala on May 5 with a 28-run victory.
• The split meant neither side could establish complete dominance during the season.

PBKS vs CSK in 2025

• Punjab Kings won both meetings in 2025.
• The first came on April 8 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mullanpur, where Punjab won by 18 runs.
• Punjab then defeated Chennai by four wickets at Chepauk on April 30.
• The Mullanpur victory was historically significant because it was the first PBKS-CSK match at Punjab’s newest home venue. Punjab scored 219/6, its second-highest total in this fixture.

PBKS vs CSK in 2026

• The latest chapter came on April 3, 2026, at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
• CSK batted first and scored 209/5. Ayush Mhatre made 73 from 43 balls, while Shivam Dube finished unbeaten on 45 from 27. Sarfaraz Khan added 32 from just 12 balls.
• Punjab’s reply began explosively. Priyansh Arya smashed 39 from only 11 deliveries before being dismissed. Prabhsimran Singh contributed 43, Cooper Connolly made 38 and Shreyas Iyer scored a crucial 50 from 29 balls.
• Punjab eventually reached 210/5 in 18.4 overs, winning by five wickets with 17 balls remaining.
• Priyansh Arya was named Player of the Match for his explosive opening contribution.
• The result extended Punjab’s recent dominance and gave them another victory at Chepauk.

Punjab Kings vs CSK Match-by-Match Results

The complete match list from 2008 through 2026 contains 33 encounters.

No.	Season	Date	Venue	Result
1	2008	Apr 19	Mohali	CSK won by 33 runs
2	2008	May 10	Chennai	CSK won by 18 runs
3	2008	May 31	Mumbai	CSK won by 9 wickets
4	2009	May 7	Centurion	CSK won by 12 runs
5	2009	May 20	Durban	CSK won by 24 runs
6	2010	Mar 21	Chennai	Tie; Punjab won Super Over
7	2010	Apr 18	Dharamsala	CSK won by 6 wickets
8	2011	Apr 13	Mohali	KXIP won by 6 wickets
9	2012	Apr 28	Chennai	KXIP won by 7 runs
10	2012	May 17	Dharamsala	KXIP won by 6 wickets
11	2013	Apr 10	Mohali	CSK won by 10 wickets
12	2013	May 2	Chennai	CSK won by 15 runs
13	2014	Apr 18	Abu Dhabi	KXIP won by 6 wickets
14	2014	May 7	Cuttack	KXIP won by 44 runs
15	2014	May 30	Mumbai	KXIP won by 24 runs
16	2015	Apr 25	Chennai	CSK won by 97 runs
17	2015	May 16	Mohali	CSK won by 7 wickets
18	2018	Apr 15	Mohali	KXIP won by 4 runs
19	2018	May 20	Pune	CSK won by 5 wickets
20	2019	Apr 6	Chennai	CSK won by 22 runs
21	2019	May 5	Mohali	KXIP won by 6 wickets
22	2020	Oct 4	Dubai	CSK won by 10 wickets
23	2020	Nov 1	Abu Dhabi	CSK won by 9 wickets
24	2021	Apr 16	Mumbai	CSK won by 6 wickets
25	2021	Oct 7	Dubai	PBKS won by 6 wickets
26	2022	Apr 3	Mumbai	PBKS won by 54 runs
27	2022	Apr 25	Mumbai	PBKS won by 11 runs
28	2023	Apr 30	Chennai	PBKS won by 4 wickets
29	2024	May 1	Chennai	PBKS won by 7 wickets
30	2024	May 5	Dharamsala	CSK won by 28 runs
31	2025	Apr 8	Mullanpur	PBKS won by 18 runs
32	2025	Apr 30	Chennai	PBKS won by 4 wickets
33	2026	Apr 3	Chennai	PBKS won by 5 wickets

The complete record confirms that Punjab Kings have won eight of the last 10 meetings from 2022 through 2026.

Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Head-to-Head Record

The overall head-to-head currently favours Punjab Kings.

Team	Wins
Punjab Kings	17
Chennai Super Kings	16
Total	33

If the 2010 regulation tie is listed separately, the record becomes 16 CSK wins, 16 Punjab wins and one tie, with Punjab winning the subsequent Super Over.

The change in fortunes is particularly striking when the rivalry is divided into three periods:

Period	Matches	CSK Wins	PBKS Wins
2008–2013	12	8	4
2014–2021	11	6	5
2022–2026	10	2	8
Overall	33	16	17

This shows just how dramatically the rivalry has shifted. Chennai had a clear advantage during the early IPL years, but Punjab has been the stronger side in the most recent period.

PBKS vs CSK Record at Different Venues

Venue history adds another interesting dimension to the rivalry.

Venue	Matches	CSK Wins	PBKS Wins
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium	10	4	6
PCA Stadium, Mohali	6	3	3
Wankhede Stadium	4	2	2
HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala	3	2	1
Dubai International Stadium	2	1	1
Sheikh Zayed Stadium	2	1	1
SuperSport Park	1	1	0
Kingsmead	1	1	0
Barabati Stadium	1	0	1
MCA Stadium, Pune	1	1	0
Brabourne Stadium	1	0	1
Mullanpur	1	0	1

The most surprising number is at Chepauk. Punjab has won six of the 10 meetings played at Chennai’s home ground. Four of those victories came in the four most recent visits in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.

That makes the PBKS record at Chepauk one of the most unusual features of this rivalry.

Highest Team Scores in PBKS vs CSK Matches

The fixture has produced several enormous totals.

Score	Team	Season	Venue
240/5	CSK	2008	Mohali
231/4	KXIP	2014	Cuttack
226/6	KXIP	2014	Mumbai
219/6	PBKS	2025	Mullanpur
210/5	PBKS	2026	Chennai
209/5	CSK	2026	Chennai
207/4	KXIP	2008	Mohali
206/4	KXIP	2014	Abu Dhabi

CSK’s 240/5 in 2008 remains the highest team total in the fixture.

Punjab’s highest is 231/4, scored against Chennai at Cuttack in 2014.

The 2026 match also added two totals above 200, with CSK scoring 209/5 and Punjab successfully chasing 210/5.

Lowest Team Scores in PBKS vs CSK Matches

Punjab’s lowest completed total against Chennai is 92/8, recorded at Durban in May 2009.

The next-lowest Punjab total came at Chennai in April 2015, when Kings XI Punjab made only 95/9. That collapse contributed to Chennai’s biggest victory in the fixture, a 97-run win.

These low-scoring performances contrast sharply with the high totals that have become common in the modern version of the rivalry.

Biggest PBKS Wins Against CSK

Punjab’s biggest victory over Chennai by runs came in 2022.

Season	Venue	Result
2022	Brabourne Stadium	PBKS won by 54 runs
2014	Cuttack	KXIP won by 44 runs
2025	Mullanpur	PBKS won by 18 runs
2022	Wankhede	PBKS won by 11 runs

The 54-run victory is Punjab’s largest winning margin against CSK by runs.

Punjab has also produced several narrow wins, including victories by four runs and seven runs, showing that its success against CSK has not always depended on huge margins.

Biggest CSK Wins Against PBKS

Chennai’s biggest victory came in 2015.

Season	Venue	Result
2015	Chennai	CSK won by 97 runs
2008	Mohali	CSK won by 33 runs
2019	Chennai	CSK won by 22 runs
2009	Durban	CSK won by 24 runs
2008	Chennai	CSK won by 18 runs

The 97-run victory remains the largest margin between the two teams. Punjab was restricted to 95/9 after Chennai had posted a substantial total.

Closest PBKS vs CSK Matches

Some of the most memorable encounters have been decided by extremely small margins.

Punjab’s notable close victories include:

• Four-run win in 2018
• Seven-run win in 2012
• Eleven-run win in 2022
• Four-wicket win in 2023
• Five-wicket win in 2026

The 2010 encounter stands apart because neither side won during the regulation innings. Both finished on 136, forcing a Super Over that Punjab eventually won.

The frequency of narrow results helps explain why the fixture has remained competitive despite Chennai’s historically strong IPL record.

Most Memorable PBKS vs CSK Matches

2008: The 447-Run Thriller

• The opening meeting remains one of the most important matches in the rivalry.
• CSK smashed 240/5 at Mohali, while Punjab answered with 207/4. Although Chennai won by 33 runs, the match immediately established this fixture as one capable of producing huge scores.

2010: The Super Over Classic

• The 2010 match at Chennai produced a regulation tie at 136 each.
• Kings XI Punjab then won the Super Over.
• It remains the only tied regulation match in the 33-match fixture.

2014 Qualifier 2: Sehwag’s 122

• The 2014 Qualifier 2 is arguably the most important knockout match between the teams.
• Punjab scored 226/6 and defeated CSK by 24 runs. Virender Sehwag’s 122 became the defining performance of the match.
• It was also the second and most recent knockout meeting between the franchises after their 2008 semi-final.

2015: CSK’s 97-Run Victory

• A year after Punjab dominated the rivalry, Chennai produced a huge response.
• CSK defeated Punjab by 97 runs at Chennai, the largest winning margin in the fixture by runs.

2022: Punjab’s 54-Run Statement

• Punjab’s 54-run win in 2022 was a major milestone.
• It remains the franchise’s biggest victory against Chennai and represented another step in Punjab’s growing dominance during the later period of the rivalry.

2026: Punjab Conquers Chepauk Again

• The latest match added another chapter to Punjab’s remarkable record at Chennai.
• CSK scored 209/5, but Punjab chased the target in 18.4 overs. Priyansh Arya’s explosive 39 off 11 gave Punjab a flying start, while Shreyas Iyer’s 50 off 29 helped control the chase.
• Punjab finished 210/5 and won by five wickets.

Best Batting Performances in PBKS vs CSK Matches

The rivalry has produced several memorable individual innings.

One of the earliest came in 2008, when Michael Hussey scored an unbeaten 116 for Chennai during the first meeting.

For Punjab, the standout knockout performance came from Virender Sehwag, who scored 122 in the 2014 Qualifier 2.

The 2014 season was especially productive from a scoring perspective. Punjab produced three totals above 200 against CSK that year: 206/4, 231/4 and 226/6.

Notable Individual Scores

Player	Team	Score	Season
Virender Sehwag	KXIP	122	2014
Michael Hussey	CSK	116*	2008
Ayush Mhatre	CSK	73	2026
Shreyas Iyer	PBKS	50	2026

The 2026 encounter also showed the next generation of players making an impact. Ayush Mhatre scored 73 from 43 balls, while Priyansh Arya’s 39 came from only 11 deliveries.

Best Bowling Performances in PBKS vs CSK Matches

Bowling has also played a major role in the rivalry.

One of the notable performances came in the 2015 match in Chennai, when CSK’s attack helped restrict Punjab to 95/9 during a 97-run victory.

In the 2026 match, Punjab’s Yuzvendra Chahal recorded 1/21 from three overs, while Vijaykumar Vyshak took two important wickets. CSK’s Matt Henry and Anshul Kamboj also claimed two wickets each.

Because match-level historical datasets do not always provide a consistent ball-by-ball aggregate for every individual statistic, claims about all-time leading wicket-takers or economy rates should be checked against a complete ball-by-ball database rather than estimated.

PBKS vs CSK Captaincy Battles

Captaincy has been another interesting part of the rivalry.

Chennai’s identity for much of its IPL history was strongly associated with experienced leadership and tactical consistency. Punjab, meanwhile, has gone through more frequent leadership and squad changes.

That contrast has often produced an interesting tactical matchup.

Chennai traditionally relied on experienced campaigners, controlled bowling changes and strong finishing. Punjab has frequently leaned toward aggressive batting and changing combinations.

In recent years, the tactical balance has shifted. Punjab’s ability to attack during the powerplay and chase substantial totals has helped it overcome the home advantage Chennai historically enjoyed.

The 2026 match was another example. CSK reached 209/5, but Punjab attacked immediately in the chase and never allowed the required rate to become overwhelming.

Key Players in the PBKS vs CSK Rivalry

Punjab Kings Key Players

• Several Punjab players have produced memorable moments against Chennai over the years.
• Virender Sehwag stands out because of his 122 in the 2014 Qualifier 2.
• Paul Valthaty also produced a famous IPL-era performance during Punjab’s earlier years.
• In more recent seasons, Punjab’s batting has become increasingly aggressive, with players such as Shreyas Iyer and emerging top-order hitters contributing to the team’s strong results.
• The 2026 match highlighted the impact of Priyansh Arya, whose 39 from 11 balls gave Punjab momentum at the beginning of the chase.

Chennai Super Kings Key Players

• Chennai’s list includes several major IPL performers.
• Michael Hussey’s unbeaten 116 in 2008 remains one of the earliest signature innings in the fixture.
• CSK has also benefited from strong contributions across different generations, particularly from players capable of controlling chases and delivering under pressure.
• The 2026 meeting saw Ayush Mhatre score 73 from 43 balls and Shivam Dube contribute an unbeaten 45 from 27.

PBKS vs CSK Batting Records

The rivalry has developed into a high-scoring contest.

Important batting records include:

• Highest CSK total: 240/5
• Highest Punjab total: 231/4
• Second-highest Punjab total: 226/6
• Punjab’s 219/6 in 2025
• CSK’s 209/5 in 2026
• Punjab’s 210/5 in 2026
• Highest individual score by Punjab: Virender Sehwag’s 122
• Notable CSK individual score: Michael Hussey’s 116*

The 2014 season was particularly unusual because every meeting between the teams produced a first-innings total of at least 200.

PBKS vs CSK Bowling Records

Bowling records tell a different story from the high-scoring totals.

The fixture has featured:

• Match-winning spells
• Major batting collapses
• Ten-wicket victories
• Successful defence of modest totals
• Pressure bowling during close chases

CSK’s two 10-wicket wins are particularly notable. One came at Mohali in 2013, when Chennai chased 139 without losing a wicket, while the second came in Dubai in 2020 during a chase of 179.

PBKS vs CSK Chasing Records

• Chasing has become increasingly important in the modern rivalry.
• According to the complete match record, Chennai has won eight matches while defending and eight while chasing. Punjab has won seven while defending and nine while chasing.
• That gives Punjab a slight edge in successful chases.
• The latest example came in 2026, when Punjab chased CSK’s 209/5 in just 18.4 overs.
• The match demonstrated how aggressively modern Punjab Kings can approach a target.

PBKS vs CSK Trends Over the Years

The overall timeline can broadly be divided into three periods.

Early IPL Years: CSK Dominance

From 2008 through 2013, Chennai won eight of the 12 matches.

The first five meetings all went CSK’s way.

Middle Period: Competitive Rivalry

From 2014 through 2021, Chennai won six and Punjab won five, with one regulation tie decided by a Super Over.

This was the period when Punjab started challenging Chennai much more consistently.

Recent Period: Punjab’s Advantage

From 2022 through 2026, Punjab won eight of 10 matches, while Chennai won only two.

This is the biggest reason the overall head-to-head has shifted from a substantial Chennai advantage to a narrow Punjab lead.

Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline: Recent Matches

The recent period has been particularly favourable to Punjab.

Season	Result
2022	PBKS won both
2023	PBKS won
2024	PBKS and CSK won one each
2025	PBKS won both
2026	PBKS won

Punjab’s strong run has also been reflected at Chepauk. The team won its fourth consecutive visit to Chennai’s home ground in the 2026 encounter.

PBKS vs CSK 2026 Match Result

The latest match took place on April 3, 2026, at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium.

CSK scored 209/5 after being asked to bat first. Ayush Mhatre made 73 off 43, Shivam Dube scored an unbeaten 45 off 27, and Sarfaraz Khan struck 32 off 12.

Punjab responded with 210/5 in 18.4 overs.

Priyansh Arya smashed 39 from 11 balls, Prabhsimran Singh made 43, Cooper Connolly scored 38 and Shreyas Iyer produced a 50-ball? correction: a 50 off 29 balls.

Punjab won by five wickets with 17 balls remaining.

Priyansh Arya was named Player of the Match.

The victory was Punjab’s second consecutive win to start its 2026 campaign and further strengthened its recent dominance over Chennai.

Punjab Kings vs CSK Rivalry Statistics

Statistic	Punjab Kings	Chennai Super Kings
Matches	33	33
Wins	17*	16
Highest Score	231/4	240/5
Lowest Completed Score	92/8	107/4
Biggest Win by Runs	54	97
Successful Chase Wins	9	8
Defending Wins	7	8

*Punjab’s 17-win figure includes the 2010 Super Over result. If the tied regulation match is separated, the record is 16 wins each plus one tie.

What Makes PBKS vs CSK Matches Special?

Several factors make this fixture different from an ordinary IPL matchup.

• First, the rivalry has survived multiple generations of players. The teams first met in 2008, and their latest encounter came in 2026.
• Second, the contest has produced both extremes. There have been enormous totals such as CSK’s 240/5, but also low scores such as Punjab’s 92/8.
• Third, the fixture has produced a Super Over, two 10-wicket victories, major knockout matches and several narrow finishes.
• Fourth, the balance has changed dramatically. Chennai dominated the early years, while Punjab has become the stronger side in the recent period.
• Finally, the venue statistics are unusual. Punjab has won six of its 10 matches against Chennai at Chepauk, including the four most recent visits.

Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Timeline: Complete Summary

1. The Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings timeline began with three CSK victories in 2008 and continued through 33 matches by April 2026.
2. Chennai dominated the opening phase, winning the first five meetings. Punjab eventually found its footing, winning both matches in 2012 and all three meetings in 2014.
3. The 2014 Qualifier 2 became one of the rivalry’s defining matches, with Virender Sehwag scoring 122 and Punjab making 226/6.
4. Chennai’s 97-run victory in 2015 remains its biggest win over Punjab, while Punjab’s 54-run victory in 2022 is its largest.
5. The rivalry became increasingly one-sided in Punjab’s favour from 2022 onward. Punjab won eight of the 10 matches during that period and now leads the overall head-to-head 17–16 when the 2010 Super Over is counted as a victory.
6. The latest meeting on April 3, 2026, further strengthened that trend. Chennai made 209/5, but Punjab chased the target in 18.4 overs and won by five wickets.
7. With 33 meetings already completed, the PBKS vs CSK rivalry has become a fascinating example of how IPL head-to-head records can change over time.

Conclusion

The Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings timeline has gone through several distinct phases since the first meeting in 2008.

Chennai started the rivalry with complete dominance, winning the first five matches and eight of the first 12. Punjab gradually changed the balance, producing memorable victories in 2012, 2014, 2021 and 2022 before becoming the dominant side in the recent era.

From 2022 through 2026, Punjab won eight of the 10 meetings. The team has also developed an unusual advantage at Chepauk, winning six of its 10 matches there and each of its last four visits.

The rivalry has featured everything IPL fans look for: huge totals, low-scoring collapses, close finishes, a Super Over, knockout drama, 10-wicket victories and outstanding individual innings.

As of the latest match in April 2026, Punjab Kings hold a narrow 17–16 head-to-head advantage over Chennai Super Kings. Whether Chennai can reverse that trend in the next chapter or Punjab can extend its recent dominance will add another important entry to one of the IPL’s most fascinating long-term matchups.

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