Chennai Super Kings enter IPL 2026 with fresh ambition and a balanced squad that combines consistency with new blood. Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad and with the legendary MS Dhoni serving as mentor at the helm of affairs, the franchise is building on its rich legacy. CSK’s squad—always a mix of aging campaigners and precocious youngsters—has been put together through shrewd planning and tactical auction strategy. The core of the team is intact, and a new cadre deepens stability and flexibility. Bolstered by international stars in the mix and a proven system in place, Chennai Super Kings look primed to challenge top competitors and push hard for another IPL trophy.
Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 Overview
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Franchise Name | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) |
| Year Established | 2008 |
| Ownership | Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd |
| Home Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| IPL 2026 Captain | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| Team Mentor | MS Dhoni |
| Head Coach | Stephen Fleming |
| IPL Championships | 5 titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023) |
| Team Identity | Dependable batting lineup with a strong spin-oriented bowling attack |
| Strategic Focus for 2026 | Squad consistency, nurturing young talent, and pushing for another IPL crown |
WK/Batsman
Ruturaj Gaikawad
Batsman
MS Dhoni
Wicket Keeper/Batsman
Dewald Brevis
Batsman
Sanju Samson
Wicket Keeper/Batsman
Kartik Sharma
Wicket Keeper/Batsman
Sarfaraz Khan
Wicket Keeper/Batsman
Urvil Patel
Wicket Keeper/Batsman
Ayush Mhatre
Batsman
Matthew Short
Batsman
All Rounders
Jamie Overton
All Rounder
Akeal Hosein
All Rounder
Ramakrishna Ghosh
All Rounder
Aman Khan
All Rounder
Shivam Dube
All Rounder
Anshul Kamboj
All Rounder
Bowlers
Khaleel Ahmed
Bowler
Noor Ahmad
Bowler
Mukesh Choudhary
Bowler
Gurjapneet Singh
Bowler
Nathan Ellis
Bowler
Shreyas Gopal
Bowler
Rahul Chahar
Bowler
Zak Foulkes
Bowler
Matt Henry
Bowler
Prashant Veer
Bowler
Chennai Super Kings Support Staff for IPL 2026
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Head Coach | Stephen Fleming |
| Batting Coach | Michael Hussey |
| Bowling Consultant | Eric Simons |
| Assistant Bowling Coach | Sridharan Sriram |
| Fielding Coach | Rajiv Kumar |
| Team Physio | Tommy Simsek |
| Strength & Conditioning Coach | Gregory King |
| Team Doctor | Madhu Thottappillil |
| Analysts & Support Team | Performance analysts and logistics staff |
