The stage is set for the opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, where the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will host the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (also known as Chepauk Stadium) in Chennai on March 22 (Friday). CSK enter the 17th edition of the tournament as the defending champions, having secured their record-equalling fifth title last year by defeating the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the final.


Just before the commencement of the tournament, cricketing legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni passed on the captaincy reins of CSK to Ruturaj Gaikwad. For devoted CSK fans, this upcoming match holds special significance as it marks the beginning of a new era without MS Dhoni leading the Yellow Army. Ruturaj Gaikwad steps into his shoes, aiming to carry forward the legacy of the defending champions as they step onto the field in pursuit of further glory.


Meanwhile, under the leadership of Faf du Plessis, RCB will aim to replicate the recent triumph of the RCB women's team, who clinched the Women’s Premier League title for the first time.


IPL Records At MA Chidambaram Stadium Ahead Of CSK vs RCB Match


In Chennai, a total of 76 matches have been played, with the team batting first emerging victorious 46 times, while the chasing teams succeeded on 30 occasions. Notably, there hasn't been a single match abandoned due to adverse weather conditions.


Furthermore, out of the 39 instances where the toss-winning team prevailed, it demonstrates a significant advantage in this venue.


Murali Vijay holds the record for the highest individual score at this venue, with a remarkable 127 runs scored against Rajasthan Royals in IPL season 2010. During the same match, CSK posted the highest team score of 246/5.


The highest successful chase in Chennai was accomplished by Punjab Kings during IPL 2023, where they chased down a target of 201 runs on the last ball of the match.


Key IPL Statistics For MA Chidambaram Stadium Ahead Of CSK vs RCB, IPL 2024:


- Matches Played: 76


- Matches Won Batting First: 46


- Matches Won Batting Second: 30


- Matches With No Result: 0


- Matches Won Winning Toss: 39


- Matches Won Losing Toss: 37


- Average Runs Per Wicket: 26.01


- Average Runs per Over: 7.98


- Average Score Batting First: 163


- Highest Total Successfully Chased: 206