The iconic MA Chidambaram stadium undeniably stands as one of the most power-packed venues when it comes to the Indian Premier League (IPL). Home to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of the most successful franchises of the iconic league, this cricketing arena has witnessed some of the most historical moments of cricket.
Over the years, MA Chidambaram Stadium IPL records have been a testament to some of the jaw-dropping performances, team brilliance, and iconic last-ball moments. As another IPL season (2025) looms on the horizon, the Whistle Podu army is all set to paint the stadium yellow in support of their home team.
Tamil Nadu (Domestic cricket), Chennai Super Kings (IPL)
Capacity
50,000
End names
Anna Pavilion End, V Pattabhiraman Gate End
Established in
1916
Also Known as
Chepauk, Madras Cricket Club Ground
First IPL match
April 23, 2008 (Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians)
Trivia: Sunil Gavaskar scored his iconic 30th century at Chepauk in 1983-84.
Overall IPL Stats
Total Games played
86
Win % 1st innings
58
Win % 2nd innings
42
Highest Team Total (1st innings)
246
Lowest Team Total (1st innings)
70
Highest Team Total (2nd innings)
223
Lowest Team Total (2nd innings)
71
Batting first won
50
Batting second won
36
Most runs
Suresh Raina (India, CSK) – 1593
Fours
2198
Sixes
942
MA Chidambaram Stadium IPL batting records
Top five highest individual scores
Player Name
Opposition
Score
Date
Murali Vijay (CSK)
Rajasthan Royals
127
3 April, 2010
Marcus Stoinis (LSG)
CSK
124*
23 April, 2024
Murali Vijay (CSK)
DC
113
25 May, 2012
Ruturaj Gaikawad (CSK)
LSG
108*
23 April, 2024
Shane Watson (RR)
CSK
101
22 April, 2013
Highest run scorer in IPL – MA Chidambaram Stadium
Player Name
Innings
Runs
Highest score
Suresh Raina
55
1498
100
MS Dhoni
59
1469
75
Mural Vijay
30
928
127
Michael Hussey
21
848
95
Ruturaj Gaikwad
15
705
108
Most sixes in IPL
Player Name
Innings
Sixes
MS Dhoni
59
74
Suresh Raina
55
49
Murali Vijay
30
40
Shivam Dube
15
35
Albie Morkel
26
26
Most fours in IPL
Player Name
Innings
Fours
Suresh Raina
56
140
MS Dhoni
69
93
Michael Hussey
22
90
Murali Vijay
30
82
Ruturaj Gaikwad
15
72
MA Chidambaram Stadium IPL bowling records
Most Wickets
Player Name
Innings
Wickets
R. Ashwin
43
50
DJ Bravo
37
44
Albie Morkel
31
36
Ravindra Jadeja
49
33
Mohit Sharma
15
24
Best Bowling Figures
Player Name
Bowling Figures
Opposition
Alzari Joseph
6/12
SRH
Ravindra Jadeja
5/16
KKR
Imran Tahir
4/12
DC
Dwyane Bravo
4/22
RCB
Ravichandran Ashwin
4/24
MI
MA Chidambaram Stadium overall records
Highest team score
Team
Opposition
Score
CSK
RR
246/5
CSK
SRH
223/3
CSK
SRH
212/3
CSK
LSG
210/4
CSK
GT
206/6
Lowest team score
Team
Opposition
Total
RCB
CSK
70
SRH
KKR
113
RR
CSK
126
KKR
CSK
131
MI
CSK
136
A brief history of MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch
From CSK’s dominance to record-breaking performances, Chepauk is regarded as the fortress for spinners and a nightmare for the visitors, making it one of the most challenging yet strategic surfaces in Indian cricket.
If we specifically talk about IPL, the pitch has played a crucial role in determining the strategies of the game, especially for the home franchise (CSK), who usually build their team focussing on quality spinners and all-rounders to exploit these conditions
Spin-Friendly Conditions
The dry and slow surface of Chepauk helps spinners with significant turns, making it difficult for the batters to stabilize their feet on the crease.
Wrist and finger spinners have enjoyed great help with the pitch at this venue.
These are some of the big reasons why spinners like Ravindra Jadeja, Imran Tahir, and R. Ashwin have had great success in IPL on this venue.
Trivia: India recorded their first Test win at the Chepauk Stadium in 1951-52 against England.
Low-scoring encounters and Challenging Chases
The pitch at Chepauk usually gets slower as the game progresses, making it tougher to chase big totals in the second half of the game.
Teams batting first have found it easier to set a competitive total and then defend it.
CSK have been one of the best teams at defending totals at home by effectively using their spin bowling unit.
Home advantage for Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK often frames their squad around players who can thrive on slow and turning tracks, making their home ground an ultimate fortress for them.
CSK’s win percentage at their home is amongst one of the highest in IPL history due to their tactical adaptation to the surface.
Upcoming IPL matches at MA Chidambaram Stadium
Date
Match
23/03/25
CSK vs MI
28/03/25
CSK vs RCB
05/04/25
CSK vs RR
08/04/25
CSK vs DC
11/04/25
CSK vs PBKS
Conclusion
MA Chidambaram Stadium’s IPL records reflect its status as one of the most challenging venues to play on in the iconic tournament’s history. The stadium’s legacy has been built on the pillars of CSK’s dominance. With their calculated approach to team building, focusing on spin-friendly conditions and match-winning all-rounders, the franchise stands tall as one of the most successful teams in IPL with five titles.
With IPL 2025 on the door, CSK’s fresh squad composition aligns with their home conditions. The local boy Ravi Ashwin is back to his home franchise, while the presence of other spinners like Jadeja, Noor Ahmed, and Rachin Ravindra in the squad clearly gives a message that CSK will go with their previous strategy of compiling youth flare with experience.
Additionally, batters like Devon Conway, Ravindra, and Deepak Hooda, who bring strong strike rotation skills rather than just power-hitting will remain a key part of their playing XI dynamics. As we head toward another cricketing carnival, CSK fans and cricket lovers can expect more thrilling encounters and record-breaking performances at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
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