The four-time champions – who are being led by their inspirational captain MS Dhoni – came back strongly from the disappointing performance of the previous season to become the first finallists in the next season.
With this win, CSK tasted victory against Gujarat Titans for the first time after ending up on the losing side in the last three matches played between these two teams. IPL 2023: ‘MS Dhoni with his mind…’ Hardik Pandya on CSK captain after Qualifier 1 loss
In the IPL 2022 season, Chennai Super Kings finished at ninth spot and in the next edition, the Yellow Brigade put up a clinical performance to qualify for the playoffs. One of the biggest reasons for their forgettable journey last year was MS Dhoni’s decision to step down as captain.
Under the leadership of newly-appointed captain Ravindra Jadeja in the 2022 edition, CSK failed to defend their title. However, the team returned to the winning track after Jadeja gave up captaincy and Dhoni was re-appointed leader of the pack. However, the former India captain’s return to the helm couldn’t prevent the team from finishing in the top four. IPL 2023: MS Dhoni says he has ‘ample time’ to decide on retirement
CSK made a fresh start this year, with the team almost identical to last season. They made a comeback strongly in the 2023 edition and now stand one step away from equalling Mumbai Indians as the most successful franchise in tournament history. CSK vs GT IPL 2023, Qualifier 1 Highlights: Chennai Super Kings Enter 10th IPL Final In Style
Teams Reaching IPL Finals Most Times
10 – Chennai Super Kings
6 – Mumbai Indians
3 – Royal Challengers Bangalore
2 – Rajasthan Royals
1 – Deccan Chargers (now defunct), Punjab Kings, Rising Pune Super Giants (now defunct), Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans
CSK Performance In IPL History Year-Wise
CSK Result in IPL Finals
IPL 2008 vs RR – Lost
IPL 2010 vs MI – Won
IPL 2011 vs RCB – Won
IPL 2012 vs KKR – Lost
IPL 2013 vs MI – Lost
IPL 2015 vs MI – Lost
IPL 2018 vs SRH – Won
IPL 2019 vs MI – Lost
IPL 2021 vs KKR – Won
