There’s absolutely no doubt that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are one of the most successful sides in the history of the IPL. In fact, despite playing two seasons less than all the other teams, no team has made as many playoffs as the MS Dhoni-led CSK has. Right from 2008, they made it a habit of making it to the top four.

Year after year, they kept impressing everyone with their rise and consistency. In fact, they have made it to the final in eight out of the ten seasons they’ve played. They have won the IPL title three times. Add to this, a couple of Champions League T20 titles as well. Hence, not just the IPL, CSK are one of the most consistent T20 sides in the world.

The secret behind their success has to be their players who have been very consistent. In fact, CSK have tried to maintain a strong core and the rest of the side revolves around that core. They’ve made some excellent signings throughout the course of the IPL. Hence, we look back at five of the best signings by CSK in the history of the IPL.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-341243" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/MS-Dhoni-4.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341243" class="wp-caption-text">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

If there is one icon that represents a particular team, MS Dhoni will be miles ahead of each one of them with his connection with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). You talk of Dhoni and it is a no brainer to talk of CSK. The former Indian skipper has been the driving force of this franchise. In fact, Chennai has become his second home. He has been given the nickname ‘Thala’ by the people of Chennai.

In the first season of the IPL, Dhoni was picked up by CSK for a whopping sum of US $1.5 million. All teams had gone for the then Indian captain but CSK were successful in winning the bid. Since then, the Ranchi-born cricketer has been the flag-bearer of the team.

For CSK, Dhoni has played 160 matches and has amassed 3858 runs at an average of 44.34. Moreover, he has a strike-rate of 140.03 as well. Hence, there is absolutely no question about Dhoni being one of the best signings in the history of the IPL.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-341228" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Suresh-Raina.jpg" alt="Suresh Raina" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341228" class="wp-caption-text">Suresh Raina. (Photo: Surjeet Yadav/IANS)</figcaption>

Not too long ago, Suresh Raina was called Mr. IPL. He had the ability to churn out runs consistently season after season. In fact, about 400-500 runs were almost guaranteed from Raina almost every season. He was the bank CSK depended on at No. 3.

In fact, his worst season for CSK has been 2015 where he could muster 374 runs. In only one other season (out of 10), Raina has not scored in excess of 400 runs. For a long time, he was the leading run-getter in the IPL as well. Now, he stands second with 5368 runs, out of which 4527 of them have come for CSK.

If Dhoni’s is CSK’s No. 1 player, Raina would be No. 2. He’s been nicknamed as ‘Chinna Thala’ and has been CSK’s vice-captain for years now. In 2008, the Uttar Pradesh left-hander was bought for a sum of $650,000 and has proved that he deserves to be in the league of best signings ever by CSK.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-328470" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Dwayne-Bravo.jpg" alt="Dwayne Bravo" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-328470" class="wp-caption-text">Dwayne Bravo. (Photo: IANS)</figcaption>

For the first three seasons, Dwayne Bravo was a part of Mumbai Indians. He played 30 games for them but they weren’t too successful. However, once Bravo switched to Chennai Super Kings in 2011, the tide turned. It was just for a sum of $200,000 that the West Indian all-rounder was bought but he proved to be one of the best signings ever by CSK.

Bravo is the leading wicket-taker for CSK. Having played for the Chennai-based franchise for seven seasons so far, he has picked up 104 wickets at an average of 23.12. No other CSK bowler has taken more wickets than Bravo. Moreover, he’s been useful with the bat too. He’s scored 927 runs too at a strike-rate of 135.52.

Moreover, Bravo is a livewire in the field and a great entertainer too. Hence, Bravo is one of the best all-rounders to have played in the IPL. He has had a big impact on CSK’s success as well.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-330266" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ravindra-Jadeja.jpg" alt="(Photo Source: Hotstar)" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-330266" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo Source: Hotstar)</figcaption>

Ravindra Jadeja was termed as the ‘Rockstar’ by Shane Warne. He was a part of India’s Under 19 World Cup-winning side in 2008 and played a significant role in helping the Rajasthan Royals (RR) win the maiden season of the IPL. Having played two seasons for RR, Jadeja was banned for a year for violating the player’s guidelines as he approached other teams for higher pay.

However, in 2011, the Saurashtra all-rounder returned and played for the Kochi Tusker Kerala. He had a great season before the franchise was terminated from the IPL. Hence, he was back in the auction pool in 2012. CSK went after him like never before and even won the tie-breaking bid (against Deccan Chargers). In fact, in 2012, CSK spent their entire purse on Jadeja.

And the left-handed all-rounder has repaid the faith. Having played 102 games for CSK, the left-arm spinner has picked up 81 wickets and is third on the list of leading wicket-takers for CSK. With the bat, he has scored 865 runs and has had a decent impact. Moreover, Jadeja is remarkable in the field and his value just goes up purely because of his ability in the field. Hence, he remains one of the best purchases by CSK.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-254241" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Faf-du-Plessis.jpg" alt="Faf du Plessis" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-254241" class="wp-caption-text">Faf du Plessis of Chennai Super Kings. (Photo by IANS)</figcaption>

It was in 2011 that Faf du Plessis was picked up by CSK for a sum of $120,000. However, the South African didn’t play a single game that season as CSK went on to lift their second successive IPL title. However, he made his IPL debut in 2012 and since then he’s been a regular member in the playing XI.

In fact, the current South African skipper has been a very underrated player in the history of the IPL. Whenever CSK needed someone to stand up, du Plessis has always put his hand up. He may not have an eye-catching record but has had a big impact on CSK’s success.

Over 63 games he’s played for CSK, du Plessis has accumulated 1639 runs. Only four other players have more runs for CSK than him. He has been one of CSK’s better batsmen in the last couple of seasons. Hence, he makes this list of best signings by CSK in the history of the IPL as well.

<p>There’s absolutely no doubt that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are one of the most successful sides in the history of the IPL. In fact, despite playing two seasons less than all the other teams, no team has made as many playoffs as the MS Dhoni-led CSK has. Right from 2008, they made it a habit of making it to the top four.</p>
<p>Year after year, they kept impressing everyone with their rise and consistency. In fact, they have made it to the final in eight out of the ten seasons they’ve played. They have won the IPL title three times. Add to this, a couple of Champions League T20 titles as well. Hence, not just the IPL, CSK are one of the most consistent T20 sides in the world.</p>
<p>The secret behind their success has to be their players who have been very consistent. In fact, CSK have tried to maintain a strong core and the rest of the side revolves around that core. They’ve made some excellent signings throughout the course of the IPL. Hence, we look back at five of the best signings by CSK in the history of the IPL.</p>
<h3><strong>1. MS Dhoni</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_341243" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-341243" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-341243" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/MS-Dhoni-4.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341243" class="wp-caption-text">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
<p>If there is one icon that represents a particular team, MS Dhoni will be miles ahead of each one of them with his connection with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). You talk of Dhoni and it is a no brainer to talk of CSK. The former Indian skipper has been the driving force of this franchise. In fact, Chennai has become his second home. He has been given the nickname ‘Thala’ by the people of Chennai.</p>
<p>In the first season of the IPL, Dhoni was picked up by CSK for a whopping sum of US $1.5 million. All teams had gone for the then Indian captain but CSK were successful in winning the bid. Since then, the Ranchi-born cricketer has been the flag-bearer of the team.</p>
<p>For CSK, Dhoni has played 160 matches and has amassed 3858 runs at an average of 44.34. Moreover, he has a strike-rate of 140.03 as well. Hence, there is absolutely no question about Dhoni being one of the best signings in the history of the IPL.</p>
<h3><strong>2. Suresh Raina</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_341228" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-341228" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-341228" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Suresh-Raina.jpg" alt="Suresh Raina" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341228" class="wp-caption-text">Suresh Raina. (Photo: Surjeet Yadav/IANS)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Not too long ago, Suresh Raina was called Mr. IPL. He had the ability to churn out runs consistently season after season. In fact, about 400-500 runs were almost guaranteed from Raina almost every season. He was the bank CSK depended on at No. 3.</p>
<p>In fact, his worst season for CSK has been 2015 where he could muster 374 runs. In only one other season (out of 10), Raina has not scored in excess of 400 runs. For a long time, he was the leading run-getter in the IPL as well. Now, he stands second with 5368 runs, out of which 4527 of them have come for CSK.</p>
<p>If Dhoni’s is CSK’s No. 1 player, Raina would be No. 2. He’s been nicknamed as ‘Chinna Thala’ and has been CSK’s vice-captain for years now. In 2008, the Uttar Pradesh left-hander was bought for a sum of $650,000 and has proved that he deserves to be in the league of best signings ever by CSK.</p>
<h3><strong>3. Dwayne Bravo</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_328470" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-328470" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-328470" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Dwayne-Bravo.jpg" alt="Dwayne Bravo" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-328470" class="wp-caption-text">Dwayne Bravo. (Photo: IANS)</figcaption></figure>
<p>For the first three seasons, Dwayne Bravo was a part of Mumbai Indians. He played 30 games for them but they weren’t too successful. However, once Bravo switched to Chennai Super Kings in 2011, the tide turned. It was just for a sum of $200,000 that the West Indian all-rounder was bought but he proved to be one of the best signings ever by CSK.</p>
<p>Bravo is the leading wicket-taker for CSK. Having played for the Chennai-based franchise for seven seasons so far, he has picked up 104 wickets at an average of 23.12. No other CSK bowler has taken more wickets than Bravo. Moreover, he’s been useful with the bat too. He’s scored 927 runs too at a strike-rate of 135.52.</p>
<p>Moreover, Bravo is a livewire in the field and a great entertainer too. Hence, Bravo is one of the best all-rounders to have played in the IPL. He has had a big impact on CSK’s success as well.</p>
<h3><strong>4. Ravindra Jadeja</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_330266" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-330266" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-330266" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ravindra-Jadeja.jpg" alt="(Photo Source: Hotstar)" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-330266" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo Source: Hotstar)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja was termed as the ‘Rockstar’ by Shane Warne. He was a part of India’s Under 19 World Cup-winning side in 2008 and played a significant role in helping the Rajasthan Royals (RR) win the maiden season of the IPL. Having played two seasons for RR, Jadeja was banned for a year for violating the player’s guidelines as he approached other teams for higher pay.</p>
<p>However, in 2011, the Saurashtra all-rounder returned and played for the Kochi Tusker Kerala. He had a great season before the franchise was terminated from the IPL. Hence, he was back in the auction pool in 2012. CSK went after him like never before and even won the tie-breaking bid (against Deccan Chargers). In fact, in 2012, CSK spent their entire purse on Jadeja.</p>
<p>And the left-handed all-rounder has repaid the faith. Having played 102 games for CSK, the left-arm spinner has picked up 81 wickets and is third on the list of leading wicket-takers for CSK. With the bat, he has scored 865 runs and has had a decent impact. Moreover, Jadeja is remarkable in the field and his value just goes up purely because of his ability in the field. Hence, he remains one of the best purchases by CSK.</p>
<h3><strong>5. Faf du Plessis</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_254241" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-254241" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-254241" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Faf-du-Plessis.jpg" alt="Faf du Plessis" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-254241" class="wp-caption-text">Faf du Plessis of Chennai Super Kings. (Photo by IANS)</figcaption></figure>
<p>It was in 2011 that Faf du Plessis was picked up by CSK for a sum of $120,000. However, the South African didn’t play a single game that season as CSK went on to lift their second successive IPL title. However, he made his IPL debut in 2012 and since then he’s been a regular member in the playing XI.</p>
<p>In fact, the current South African skipper has been a very underrated player in the history of the IPL. Whenever CSK needed someone to stand up, du Plessis has always put his hand up. He may not have an eye-catching record but has had a big impact on CSK’s success.</p>
<p>Over 63 games he’s played for CSK, du Plessis has accumulated 1639 runs. Only four other players have more runs for CSK than him. He has been one of CSK’s better batsmen in the last couple of seasons. Hence, he makes this list of best signings by CSK in the history of the IPL as well.</p>

<p>There’s absolutely no doubt that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are one of the most successful sides in the history of the IPL. In fact, despite playing two seasons less than all the other teams, no team has made as many playoffs as the MS Dhoni-led CSK has. Right from 2008, they made it a habit of making it to the top four.</p>
<p>Year after year, they kept impressing everyone with their rise and consistency. In fact, they have made it to the final in eight out of the ten seasons they’ve played. They have won the IPL title three times. Add to this, a couple of Champions League T20 titles as well. Hence, not just the IPL, CSK are one of the most consistent T20 sides in the world.</p>
<p>The secret behind their success has to be their players who have been very consistent. In fact, CSK have tried to maintain a strong core and the rest of the side revolves around that core. They’ve made some excellent signings throughout the course of the IPL. Hence, we look back at five of the best signings by CSK in the history of the IPL.</p>
<h3><strong>1. MS Dhoni</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_341243" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-341243" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-341243" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/MS-Dhoni-4.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341243" class="wp-caption-text">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
<p>If there is one icon that represents a particular team, MS Dhoni will be miles ahead of each one of them with his connection with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). You talk of Dhoni and it is a no brainer to talk of CSK. The former Indian skipper has been the driving force of this franchise. In fact, Chennai has become his second home. He has been given the nickname ‘Thala’ by the people of Chennai.</p>
<p>In the first season of the IPL, Dhoni was picked up by CSK for a whopping sum of US $1.5 million. All teams had gone for the then Indian captain but CSK were successful in winning the bid. Since then, the Ranchi-born cricketer has been the flag-bearer of the team.</p>
<p>For CSK, Dhoni has played 160 matches and has amassed 3858 runs at an average of 44.34. Moreover, he has a strike-rate of 140.03 as well. Hence, there is absolutely no question about Dhoni being one of the best signings in the history of the IPL.</p>
<h3><strong>2. Suresh Raina</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_341228" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-341228" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-341228" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Suresh-Raina.jpg" alt="Suresh Raina" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341228" class="wp-caption-text">Suresh Raina. (Photo: Surjeet Yadav/IANS)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Not too long ago, Suresh Raina was called Mr. IPL. He had the ability to churn out runs consistently season after season. In fact, about 400-500 runs were almost guaranteed from Raina almost every season. He was the bank CSK depended on at No. 3.</p>
<p>In fact, his worst season for CSK has been 2015 where he could muster 374 runs. In only one other season (out of 10), Raina has not scored in excess of 400 runs. For a long time, he was the leading run-getter in the IPL as well. Now, he stands second with 5368 runs, out of which 4527 of them have come for CSK.</p>
<p>If Dhoni’s is CSK’s No. 1 player, Raina would be No. 2. He’s been nicknamed as ‘Chinna Thala’ and has been CSK’s vice-captain for years now. In 2008, the Uttar Pradesh left-hander was bought for a sum of $650,000 and has proved that he deserves to be in the league of best signings ever by CSK.</p>
<h3><strong>3. Dwayne Bravo</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_328470" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-328470" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-328470" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Dwayne-Bravo.jpg" alt="Dwayne Bravo" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-328470" class="wp-caption-text">Dwayne Bravo. (Photo: IANS)</figcaption></figure>
<p>For the first three seasons, Dwayne Bravo was a part of Mumbai Indians. He played 30 games for them but they weren’t too successful. However, once Bravo switched to Chennai Super Kings in 2011, the tide turned. It was just for a sum of $200,000 that the West Indian all-rounder was bought but he proved to be one of the best signings ever by CSK.</p>
<p>Bravo is the leading wicket-taker for CSK. Having played for the Chennai-based franchise for seven seasons so far, he has picked up 104 wickets at an average of 23.12. No other CSK bowler has taken more wickets than Bravo. Moreover, he’s been useful with the bat too. He’s scored 927 runs too at a strike-rate of 135.52.</p>
<p>Moreover, Bravo is a livewire in the field and a great entertainer too. Hence, Bravo is one of the best all-rounders to have played in the IPL. He has had a big impact on CSK’s success as well.</p>
<h3><strong>4. Ravindra Jadeja</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_330266" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-330266" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-330266" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ravindra-Jadeja.jpg" alt="(Photo Source: Hotstar)" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-330266" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo Source: Hotstar)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja was termed as the ‘Rockstar’ by Shane Warne. He was a part of India’s Under 19 World Cup-winning side in 2008 and played a significant role in helping the Rajasthan Royals (RR) win the maiden season of the IPL. Having played two seasons for RR, Jadeja was banned for a year for violating the player’s guidelines as he approached other teams for higher pay.</p>
<p>However, in 2011, the Saurashtra all-rounder returned and played for the Kochi Tusker Kerala. He had a great season before the franchise was terminated from the IPL. Hence, he was back in the auction pool in 2012. CSK went after him like never before and even won the tie-breaking bid (against Deccan Chargers). In fact, in 2012, CSK spent their entire purse on Jadeja.</p>
<p>And the left-handed all-rounder has repaid the faith. Having played 102 games for CSK, the left-arm spinner has picked up 81 wickets and is third on the list of leading wicket-takers for CSK. With the bat, he has scored 865 runs and has had a decent impact. Moreover, Jadeja is remarkable in the field and his value just goes up purely because of his ability in the field. Hence, he remains one of the best purchases by CSK.</p>
<h3><strong>5. Faf du Plessis</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_254241" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-254241" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-254241" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Faf-du-Plessis.jpg" alt="Faf du Plessis" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-254241" class="wp-caption-text">Faf du Plessis of Chennai Super Kings. (Photo by IANS)</figcaption></figure>
<p>It was in 2011 that Faf du Plessis was picked up by CSK for a sum of $120,000. However, the South African didn’t play a single game that season as CSK went on to lift their second successive IPL title. However, he made his IPL debut in 2012 and since then he’s been a regular member in the playing XI.</p>
<p>In fact, the current South African skipper has been a very underrated player in the history of the IPL. Whenever CSK needed someone to stand up, du Plessis has always put his hand up. He may not have an eye-catching record but has had a big impact on CSK’s success.</p>
<p>Over 63 games he’s played for CSK, du Plessis has accumulated 1639 runs. Only four other players have more runs for CSK than him. He has been one of CSK’s better batsmen in the last couple of seasons. Hence, he makes this list of best signings by CSK in the history of the IPL as well.</p>

The secret behind CSK's success has to be their players who have been very consistent.

5 Best signings by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL history

There’s absolutely no doubt that Chennai Super Kings - CSK are one of the most successful sides in the history of the IPL. In fact, despite playing