Which IPL franchise plays its home matches at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai?

Chennai Super Kings play their home matches at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

The ground is commonly called Chepauk Stadium, after the Chennai neighbourhood where it stands. It is operated by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association and has been associated with the Tamil Nadu team for generations. The stadium was established in 1916 and hosted its first Test match in 1934.

Chennai Super Kings were one of the original eight IPL franchises formed in 2008, and Chepauk has been their best-known home venue. Supporters often call it the “Fortress Chepauk” because of the team’s strong record and intense home atmosphere.

There have been exceptions: CSK moved home fixtures to Ranchi in 2014 and Pune in 2018 because of venue and security issues. Chepauk has also hosted IPL finals, including those in 2011, 2012 and 2024.