Top 5 opening partnership for CSK in history of ipl

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)  the powerhouse of amazing performance and shown their sharp skills in batting, bowling and fielding as well. The team has always relied on strong opening partnerships to get their innings off to a flying start. Here are the top 5 opening partnerships for CSK:

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway – 182 runs:

In the 2021 IPL season, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Devon Conway opened the innings for CSK in their match against the Sun Risers Hyderabad. The duo put on a magnificent display of batting, with Gaikwad scoring 99 runs and Conway scoring unbeaten 85 runs. Their partnership of 182 runs is the highest opening partnership for CSK in the IPL.

Shane Watson, Faf du Plessis – 181 runs:

Shane Watson and Faf du Plessis have been a formidable opening pair for CSK over the years. In the 2020 IPL season, they put on a stunning performance against the Punjab Kings, scoring 181 runs together. Watson scored a brilliant 83 in 53 balls, while du Plessis contributed with a quickfire 87 runs.

Robin Uthappa, Shivam Dube – 165 runs:

In the 2022  IPL season, CSK tried out a new opening combination with Robin Uthappa and Shivam Dube. The move paid off as the duo put on a solid partnership of 165 runs against the Rajasthan Royals. Uthappa top-scored with 88 runs, while Dube chipped in with 95 runs.

Michael Hussey, Murali Vijay – 159 runs:

Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay were a deadly opening combination for CSK in the early years of the IPL. In the 2011 IPL season, they put on a clinical display of batting against the Royal Challengers Bangalore, scoring 159 runs together. Hussey top-scored with 63 runs, while Vijay contributed with a fine knock of 95 runs.

Murali Vijay, Albie Morkel – 152  runs:

Murali Vijay makes another appearance on this list, this time with Albie Morkel as his opening partner. In the 2010 IPL season, they put on a terrific display of batting against the Rajasthan Royals, scoring 152 runs together. Vijay scored a magnificent century scoring 127 runs, while Morkel chipped in with 62 runs.

In conclusion, CSK has had some exceptional opening partnerships over the years, with some of the best batsmen in the world showcasing their skills. These partnerships have been instrumental in the team’s success and have set the tone for their innings. Whether it’s the experienced duo of Watson and du Plessis or the new pairing of Gaikwad and Conway, CSK has always relied on their opening partnerships to get them off to a flying start.