The GT vs CSK head-to-head record stands at 4–4 after 8 IPL matches. Neither team holds the upper hand.
Gujarat Titans (GT) entered the IPL in 2022 and won the title in their debut season. Chennai Super Kings (CSK), five-time champions, hit back by beating GT in the 2023 IPL final.
Since then, these two teams have produced thrillers, centuries, and a last-ball final that cricket fans still talk about.
Here is the complete breakdown of every GT vs CSK match, key batting and bowling stats, records, and what to expect in IPL 2026.
Overall GT vs CSK Head-to-Head Record
In 8 IPL meetings, GT and CSK are locked at 4 wins each. No result has been recorded as a tie or abandonment.
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | No Result | Win % | Titles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50% | 1 (2022) |
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50% | 5 |
GT dominated early, winning the first three encounters.
CSK responded when it mattered most, winning the 2023 Qualifier 1 and the 2023 IPL Final.
In the last 5 matches, CSK have won 3, and GT have won 2.
Top Run-Scorers in GT vs CSK Matches
Ruturaj Gaikwad leads the batting charts in this rivalry with 350 runs across 7 innings.
His average of 50 against GT shows how consistent he has been at the top.
For GT, Sai Sudharsan has been the standout performer. His tally of approximately 299 runs includes that stunning 96 in the 2023 final and a century in 2024.
| Player | Team | Innings | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | CSK | 7 | 350 |
| Sai Sudharsan | GT | 8 | 299 |
| Shubman Gill | GT | 8 | 287 |
Quick observation: GT’s top-order trio of Gill, Sudharsan, and Buttler all crossed 500 runs in IPL 2025. That firepower will be central to this rivalry’s next chapter.
Top Wicket-Takers in GT vs CSK Matches
Rashid Khan leads the wicket-takers chart in this rivalry with 9 wickets from 8 matches.
Mohit Sharma is right alongside him with 9 wickets from just 4 matches. His economy of 8.93 against his former team makes him GT’s most potent weapon against CSK.
For CSK, Matheesha Pathirana picked up 8 wickets in this fixture. However, Pathirana has since moved to KKR for IPL 2026.
| Player | Team | Matches | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | GT | 8 | 9 |
| Mohit Sharma | GT | 4 | 9 |
| Matheesha Pathirana | CSK* | 6 | 8 |
*Note: Pathirana now plays for KKR and Jadeja was traded to Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026.
Key Records and Memorable Moments in GT vs CSK
This rivalry is young but already packed with records worth knowing.
Team Records
| Record | Detail | When |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Team Total (GT) | 231/3 | IPL 2024, Ahmedabad |
| Highest Team Total (CSK) | 230/5 | IPL 2025, Ahmedabad |
| Lowest Team Total (CSK) | 133 | IPL 2022 |
| Lowest Team Total (GT) | 137 | IPL 2022 |
| Biggest Victory (by runs) | CSK by 83 runs | IPL 2025, Ahmedabad |
Individual Milestones
- Shubman Gill (104 off 52, IPL 2024) scored the only century by a GT batter against CSK in a league match.
- Sai Sudharsan (103, IPL 2024) made it a twin-century opening stand on the same day.
- Sai Sudharsan (96 off 47, IPL 2023 Final) came agonizingly close to a hundred on the biggest stage.
- David Miller (94* off 51, IPL 2022) pulled off one of the greatest chases in IPL history from 16/3.
- Ravindra Jadeja (15* off 6, 2023 Final) hit a six and four off the last two balls to win CSK their fifth title.
- Dwayne Bravo (3/23, IPL 2022) holds the best bowling figures by any player in this fixture.
Venue Breakdown
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad: 4 matches. GT have won 2, CSK have won 2.
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai: 2 matches. CSK are unbeaten at home against GT (2-0).
- Neutral venues (Pune/Mumbai, 2022): 2 matches. GT won both.
GT vs CSK in IPL 2026: Upcoming Matches
IPL 2026 runs from March 28 to May 31, 2026. It follows a double round-robin format. So GT and CSK will face each other twice this season.
The BCCI has released the schedule for only the first 20 matches (March 28 to April 12) so far. A GT vs CSK fixture is not part of Phase 1.
The remaining schedule, including both GT vs CSK matches, will be announced after state election dates are confirmed.
Key Players to Watch in IPL 2026
Both squads have undergone changes. Here are the players who could shape the next chapter of this rivalry.
Gujarat Titans:
- Shubman Gill (c) has 287 runs against CSK and will want to cross 300 this season.
- Rashid Khan leads the wicket charts with 9 scalps against CSK.
- Jos Buttler had a strong IPL 2025 (538 runs) and adds explosive power at the top.
- Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj form a fearsome pace attack.
Chennai Super Kings:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (c) is the top scorer in this rivalry (350 runs). He’ll want to reassert CSK’s dominance.
- Sanju Samson joins CSK via trade from Rajasthan Royals. Fresh off being T20 World Cup 2026 Player of the Tournament.
- Noor Ahmad was IPL 2025’s leading wicket-taker (24 wickets). He took 3/21 vs GT in their last meeting.
- MS Dhoni has confirmed availability for IPL 2026, potentially his final season.
What’s Changed for IPL 2026?
A few notable squad changes will impact this rivalry directly:
- Ravindra Jadeja has left CSK after a blockbuster trade to Rajasthan Royals. He took 5+ wickets vs GT and scored that iconic final-ball boundary.
- Matheesha Pathirana (8 wickets vs GT) now plays for KKR.
- Jason Holder and Kagiso Rabada strengthen GT’s pace department for 2026.
- Sanju Samson and Matt Henry bring fresh batting and bowling options for CSK.
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GT vs CSK: A Rivalry Built for the Long Run
After 8 matches, the GT vs CSK head-to-head record is perfectly balanced at 4–4.
CSK holds the biggest bragging rights with that 2023 final victory. GT counter with twin centuries and early dominance.
With both squads reshuffled and IPL 2026 offering a full double round-robin format, fans get two chances to see this rivalry unfold again.
Bookmark this page for updated stats and match results as the season progresses.
