Top 10 CSK Highest Scores in IPL History | Chennai Super Kings Records

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have long been one of the most dominant batting units in the Indian Premier League. Across multiple seasons, venues, and pressure situations, CSK have consistently produced massive totals that now form a significant part of IPL records and CSK batting history.

As the IPL 2026 season approaches, revisiting the CSK’s highest scores in IPL history offers a clear picture of the franchise’s batting depth, adaptability, and match awareness. From record-breaking innings at Chepauk to run-fests away from home, these performances define CSK’s biggest scores in IPL.

CSK Highest Team Total IPL History – Top 10 List

1. CSK – 246/5 vs Rajasthan Royals (2010)

• Venue: A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Date: 3 April 2010

The highest score by CSK in IPL history came at Chepauk in 2010. Murali Vijay produced a career-defining knock, scoring 127 off 56 balls, smashing 11 sixes and 8 fours.

The pitch offered ideal batting conditions, and CSK fully capitalised. Rajasthan Royals responded with 223/5, but CSK secured a 23-run victory. This remains the CSK record highest score in the IPL.

2. CSK – 240/5 vs Kings XI Punjab (2008)

• Venue: PCA Stadium, Mohali
• Date: 19 April 2008

In the inaugural IPL season, CSK announced its batting strength early. Michael Hussey’s 116 off 54 balls*, including 9 sixes and 8 fours, powered CSK to one of their highest team scores in IPL.

KXIP finished on 207/4, giving CSK a 33-run win.

3. CSK – 235/4 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2023)

• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Date: 23 April 2023

Devon Conway starred with 105 off 52 balls, striking 7 sixes and 9 fours on a pitch with true bounce.

KKR were restricted to 186/8, resulting in a commanding 49-run victory and one of CSK’s best batting performances in IPL.

4. CSK – 230/5 vs Gujarat Titans (2025)

• Venue:Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• Date:25 May 2025

In Match 67 of IPL 2025, CSK posted 230 for 5, setting a target of 231. Gujarat Titans collapsed for 147 in 18.3 overs, giving CSK an emphatic 83-run win.

This innings stands as one of the most dominant CSK highest team totals in IPL history.

5. CSK – 226/6 vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (2023)

• Venue: Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
• Date: 17 April 2023

Ajinkya Rahane played a crucial role with 78 off 39 balls on a batting-friendly surface.

RCB came close at 218/8, but CSK defended successfully to win by 8 runs, marking one of CSK’s highest scores against RCB.

6. CSK – 223/3 vs Delhi Capitals (2023)

• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• Date: 20 May 2023

Ruturaj Gaikwad anchored the innings with 110 off 57 balls. CSK dominated on a batting-friendly pitch and later restricted Delhi Capitals to 190/6, sealing a 33-run victory.

7. CSK – 223/3 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (2013)

• Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
• Date: 8 May 2013

Suresh Raina fell agonisingly short of a century with 99 off 52 balls*. SRH were held to 146/8, handing CSK a convincing 77-run win.

8. CSK – 222/5 vs Delhi Daredevils (2012)

• Venue: A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Date: 25 May 2012

Murali Vijay once again starred, scoring 113 off 58 balls. Delhi Daredevils were bowled out for 136, resulting in an 86-run victory; one of CSK’s biggest wins by runs.

9. CSK – 220/3 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2021)

• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
• Date: 21 April 2021

Faf du Plessis led the innings with 95 off 60 balls*, hitting 9 fours and 4 sixes. KKR managed 202/9, and CSK won by 18 runs.

10. CSK – 218/4 vs Mumbai Indians (2021)

• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• Date: 1 May 2021

Ambati Rayudu’s explosive 72 off 27 balls*, including 7 sixes, powered CSK past 200.

Despite the strong total, MI chased it down, led by Kieron Pollard’s 87 off 34 balls*, making this the only match on the list that CSK lost.

FAQs – CSK Highest Scores In IPL

1. What is CSK’s highest score in IPL history?
   CSK’s highest score is 246/5 against Rajasthan Royals in 2010.
2. Who scored most runs in CSK’s highest total?
   Murali Vijay scored 127 runs in CSK’s highest-scoring match.
3. Against which team did CSK score their highest runs?
   CSK scored their highest runs against Rajasthan Royals.
4. Which season did CSK score their highest team total?
   CSK recorded their highest score during the IPL 2010 season.

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