CSK vs RCB Head-to-Head Record in the IPL

Chennai Super Kings have a better head-to-head record against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, winning 22 matches while RCB have won 14.

Speaking about a few interesting encounters between the two vanguards, there was this one taking place in Bengaluru in the year 2018. The 24th match of the season saw skipper MS Dhoni go berserk and win the clash for his side. Chasing 206 and with CSK struggling at 74/4 after 9 overs, Dhoni hammered 70* off just 34 with seven sixes and a sole four to seal the deal. A year later at the same venue, the Yellow Army was chasing 162 and fell short by just one run. Dhoni yet again came up with fireworks as he slammed 84* off 48 as well as 24 runs off the final over of the match but couldn’t get his side over the line in a thriller of a contest.

Notably, CSK have won the elusive trophy five times in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023, all under the leadership of former Indian legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni. As mentioned above, they are the joint-most successful franchise in the cash-rich league after Mumbai Indians (MI) who have claimed the title five times (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020). On the other hand, RCB finished as runners-up on three occasions in 2009, 2011, and 2016 and finally ended up their trophy drought in 2025 defeating Punjab Kings in the final. In 2011, it was CSK who defeated them in the summit clash and lifted their second IPL trophy back then.

CSK vs RCB Head-to-Head in IPL History:

CSK and RCB have met each other on 36 occasions in the history of the IPL, with the Chennai-based franchise dominating with 21 victories. RCB have won 14 games with one game ending with no result. 

Top performers in Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore:

Virat Kohli leads the batting chart with over 1,174 runs in this contest, followed by MS Dhoni (818+) and Suresh Raina. In the bowling department, Ravindra Jadeja tops the chart with 18 wickets, followed by Dwayne Bravo (17). A major milestone was also achieved during the April 5, 2026 clash, as Bhuvneshwar Kumar became only the second bowler in IPL history to reach 200 wickets

CSK vs RCB All-time Results:

*Last Updated on 5th April, 2026.