From 2008 To 2023: How CSK Fared In Opening IPL Games

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CSK will take on RCB in the opening match of IPL 2024 on March 22 at Chepauk.

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This will be the 9th inicidence of the MS Dhoni-led side featuring on the opening day.

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In 2009, CSK lost to Mumbai Indians by 19 runs in Cape Town.

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Two seasons later, CSK defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 2 runs in IPL 2011 opener.

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The following year, Mumbai Indians beat CSK once again, this time by 8 wickets.

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In 2018, CSK finally tasted success vs MI on opening day, beating them by 1 wicket.

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In 2019, CSK pumped RCB in the opener by 7 wickets after bowling them out for 70.

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Abu Dhabi was the venue for the IPL 2020 opener as CSK beat MI by 5 wickets.

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CSK lost to KKR by 6 wickets in the opening game of IPL 2022, ending the season on 9th spot.

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CSK kicked off their title-winning season in 2023 with a 5-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans.

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