Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are the most popular sides in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/ipl-indian-premier-league/" title="Indian Premier League" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Indian Premier League</strong></a> (IPL), alongside five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians (MI). On the one side, CSK have won four titles while on the other, RCB are yet to lift the trophy for the first time. However, what brings both sides on the same page are the star-studded players and a huge fan following.

Discussing their head-to-head record, Super Kings are ahead of the Bangalore-based franchise with 20 wins. Currently, both teams have big names who could win games with their excellence and skills comfortably. By combining the power of both sides, it could be said that IPL fans will get a formidable side that could wreak havoc on any opponent.&nbsp;

<strong>Here's the combined CSK and RCB XI that can thrash any IPL side</strong>

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1680545270481_Ruturaj-Gaikwad.jpeg" alt="Ruturaj Gaikwad" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Ruturaj Gaikwad. (Photo Source: BCCI/IPL)</figcaption>

Ruturaj Gaikwad is active in the cash-rich league since 2020, as a part of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) squad. In 2021, he grabbed the attention of CSK fans with his fantastic performance. Scoring 635 runs with a ton and four half-centuries in 16 matches at a strike rate of 136.26. Moreover, he went on to become the leading run-scorer and Orange Cap winner.&nbsp;

Gaikwad is a vital cog in the CSK squad due to his fearless batting style. The right-handed batter could become the next big thing in CSK. Currently, Super Kings have assigned him the role of providing fierce starts to their team as an opener along with the New Zealand batter, Devon Conway.

So far, Ruturaj Gaikwad has amassed 1442 runs with a century and 12 fifties in 42 IPL games at a strike rate of 132.42. These numbers of the Gaikwad corroborate his brilliance as a batter. In the upcoming years, he might be seen wearing the national team’s jersey if he continues his form with the bat.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/Faf-du-Plessis-vs-RR.jpg" alt="Faf du Plessis vs RR" loading="lazy"><figcaption>Faf du Plessis. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

The 38-year-old Faf du Plessis has served both CSK and RCB in his vast IPL career. In 2012, he became a part of the MS Dhoni-led team and became a notable name due to his fantabulous performance. In his debut IPL season, he notched up 398 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 130.92.

However, his best came after nine years as the South African smashed 633 runs in 16 matches of the IPL 2021 and helped Super Kings to clinch the title for the fourth time. In 2022, he joined Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), and relying on his experience and fabulous numbers in the league, the three-time IPL runners-up gave him the captaincy mantle.

Before becoming a part of Bangalore, the veteran became the third-leading run-scorer for Chennai with 2932 runs with 100 matches at a strike rate of 132.07. Talking about his overall numbers, the Protea has accumulated 3746 runs in 122 contests at a strike rate of 133.21.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1681997912059_Virat.jpeg" alt="Virat Kohli" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Virat Kohli. (Photo Source: BCCI/IPL)</figcaption>

Virat Kohli is serving Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2008 in the T20 league. In more than 15 years of his association with Challengers, the batting icon has delivered a lot of match-winning knocks to his team. In the maiden IPL auction in 2008, the franchise signed him for his base price of INR 20 lakh, following his heroics in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2008.

The franchise spotted a spark in the young Kohli and included only him on their retention list for the 2011 IPL season. In return, the right-handed batter looked potent with his bat and became the second-leading run-getter in the competition, piling up 557 runs with four half-centuries in 16 matches at a strike rate of 121.08.

The team management handed him the captaincy mantle in 2013, going through his sensational batting figures. In 2016, the veteran-led from the front and took his team to the final of the tournament. With the bat, he amassed 973 runs in 16 games of the season at a strike rate of 152.03 and clinched the<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-orange-cap/" title=" Orange Cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong> Orange Cap</strong></a>. Currently, Kohli is the highest run-getter in the league with 6903 runs in 229 matches at a strike rate of 129.63.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1681198496763_Glenn-Maxwell.jpeg" alt="Glenn Maxwell" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Glenn Maxwell (photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Glenn Maxwell has displayed his potential with the bat in the IPL in numerous instances. The Australia explosive batter kicked off his league career in 2012, with Delhi Capitals (DC), and went on to play for Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in further seasons. He is currently one of the best in the business when it comes to finishing matches in style. Maxwell’s fierce batting attitude makes him ideal for the T20 format.&nbsp;

Witnessing these traits of the Aussie, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) roped in the right-handed batter in 2021, to bolster their batting line-up. Currently, he serves the middle order of Challengers with his bold batting style. Till now, the 34-year-old batter has accumulated 990 runs in 34 matches for RCB at a sensational strike rate of 158.65.

With these numbers, he is also the sixth-leading run-scorer for Challengers. Discussing his performance in all seasons, Maxwell has accumulated 2495 runs with 15 half-centuries in 116 games at a mind-boggling strike rate of 156.23.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/2022/05/Moeen-Ali-2.jpg" alt="Moeen Ali" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Moeen Ali and Faf du Plessis have been roped in by CSK-owned Johannesburg franchise in the CSA T20 League. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

Moeen Ali began his IPL career in 2018 in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). For Bangalore, he played three seasons (2018-19) and could rack up only 309 runs and 10 wickets in 19 games. After the 2020 season, the franchise parted ways with him. Noting the opportunity, &nbsp;Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bought him for INR 7 crores.&nbsp;

In the Yellow jersey, Moeen exuded confidence and scored 357 runs in 15 games of the 2021 IPL at a spectacular strike rate of 137.30. The England veteran also chipped in with six wickets with the ball, picking up his best 3/7 figures against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Witnessing his skills, CSK made him an integral part of their team.

Thus far, the CSK stalwart has accumulated 984 runs in 49 matches at a strike rate of 143.23. With the ball, the right-arm off-break spinner has hunted 30 batters for Super Kings at a fine economy of 6.96.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1681322936800_Ravindra-Jadeja.jpeg" alt="Ravindra Jadeja" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Ravindra Jadeja. (Photo Source: BCCI/IPL)</figcaption>

Ravindra Jadeja is known for his exceptional all-round skills in the cricketing circle. Back in 2008, the 19-year-old made his debut in the inaugural IPL edition for Rajasthan Royals (RR). In 2012, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fetched him for INR 9.72 crores at the 2012 IPL auction. Since then, he is a part of the Yellow Army.

In his more than 11-year stint with CSK, Jadeja has delivered some memorable moments to CSK supporters with his all-round displays. In 2021, Jadeja created a feat of plundering 37 runs from one over of Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Harshal Patel. With this achievement, he equalled Chris Gayle’s 2011 record, in which the Windies batter smashed the former IPL team, Kochi Tuskers Kerala’s Prasanth Parmeswaran for 37 runs.

One of the oldest stalwarts of Chennai, Jadeja has notched up 1635 runs for CSK in 162 games at a strike rate of 135.79. With the ball, the veteran has fetched 123 wickets for Super Kings in 162 matches at an economy of 7.66. With these figures, the veteran is also the second-leading wicket-taker on the list of the most wickets for CSK.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1681232547762_MS-Dhoni.jpeg" alt="MS Dhoni" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: R.SATISH BABU/AFP via Getty Images)</figcaption>

MS Dhoni is the most experienced player and skipper both, in the current CSK squad. Serving the Chennai-based franchise since the maiden IPL edition, the veteran has delivered four titles to the team with his aggressive captaincy and remarkable batting and wicket-keeping talent. Under him, Super Kings have not won just titles but also added some incredible feats to their name.

From 2010-13, CSK became the only side under Dhoni’s leadership to appear in the final of the league, an impressive four times, which displays impeccable consistency. Along with this, Super Kings are also the only side to play the most number of IPL finals (nine). All these achievements of Super Kings have come under Dhoni’s leadership.

The 41-year-old has also rocked the tournament numerous times with his batting exploits. Chalking up 4912 runs in 233 matches, at a strike rate of 137.66, he is the second-leading run-getter for Super Kings, following Suresh Raina. When it comes to wicketkeeping, he is the most successful player behind the wickets with 177 dismissals in 240 matches.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/2021/04/Harshal-Patel.jpg" alt="Harshal Patel" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Harshal Patel. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

Harshal Patel has been active in the cash-rich league since 2012. The right-arm medium bowler played his debut season in Royal Challengers Bangalore jersey and took nine wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 8.29. Till 2017, Harshal remained a part of RCB but from 2018-20, he represented Delhi Capitals (DC).

The pacer returned to RCB in 2021, and this time, he looked ferocious with the ball and became the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-purple-cap/" title="Purple Cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Purple Cap</strong></a> winner with 32 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.14. Riding on some of his incredible match-winning performances in the competition, Challengers qualified for the Playoffs.

In 2023, he dismissed Mark Wood and as a result, he became the fastest Indian to clinch 100 wickets in the league, reaching the milestone in just 79 innings. Along with this, the 32-year-old is also the second-fastest bowler to grab 100 wickets in the tournament, following Lasith Malinga, who got to the record in just 70 innings. Thus far, Harshal has bagged 104 wickets in 84 matches at an economy of 8.53.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/2022/04/Josh-Hazlewood-1.jpg" alt="Josh Hazlewood" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Josh Hazlewood. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

Josh Hazlewood is serving Royal Challengers Bangalore since 2022. The Australian bowler is an essential part of Challengers as he leads the team’s pace attack with his huge experience and magnificent bowling skills. At the IPL 2022 mega auction, the lanky pacer was picked by the Challengers for INR 7.75 crores.

In 2020, the veteran was seen for the first time in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in a Chennai Super Kings (CSK) jersey. However, he delivered his best performance to Super Kings in 2021, when he powered the team to the title win, claiming 11 wickets in nine contests at an economy of 8.37.

These numbers of the Aussie stalwart attracted RCB to go all out for him at the 2022 mega auction. The three-time IPL champions didn’t hesitate to spend a huge amount on him. Delivering his services to RCB for the first time, Hazlewood hunted 20 batters in 12 matches at an economy of 8.11.

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/2019/04/Deepak-Chahar-2.jpg" alt="Deepak Chahar" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Deepak Chahar. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Deepak Chahar has showcased his talent with the ball a lot of times in the IPL. In 2018, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made him a member of their team to bolster the fast-bowling unit of the team. In return, donning the CSK jersey, he looked decent with the ball by trapping 10 batters in 12 contests of the 2018 IPL at an economy of 7.28.

The Agra-born player did wonders with the ball in 2019, as he ended up becoming the third-leading wicket-taker in the competition with 22 wickets in 17 matches at an economy of 7.47. His sensational bowling display in the tournament garnered immense attention from many cricket experts and fans alike.

In 2021, Chahar again played a vital role in CSK’s fourth title victory in the tournament. This time, he supported the team with 14 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.35. Till now, he has taken 59 wickets in 66 matches of his IPL career at an economy of 7.91.&nbsp;

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1681557867186_Mohammed-Siraj.jpeg" alt="Mohammed Siraj" loading="lazy"><figcaption data-gramm="false" wt-ignore-input="true">Mohammed Siraj. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

Mohammed Siraj is playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2018. With his superb fast bowling, the pacer has bagged a lot of games for the Challengers. In 2017, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) gave him a chance to make his IPL debut and grabbing the opportunity with both hands, he took 10 wickets in six matches at an economy of 9.21.

Though, the numbers may not justify the immense potential Siraj possesses with the ball, realizing that the RCB franchise went after him at the 2018 mega auction and splurged INR 2.6 crores on him. Playing the initial seasons for Challengers, he struggled to become an economical bowler, but his wicket-taking bowling helped Bangalore to win many closely contested games. However, with more than five years of association with RCB, he has emerged as an important bowler for his team.

The RCB stalwart currently reinforces the bowling unit of the team along with Harshal Patel, Josh Hazlewood, and Wanindu Hasaranga. So far, the 29-year-old Siraj has added 71 wickets to his IPL profile in 71 matches at an economy of 8.57 so far.

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Ravindra Jadeja, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli

<p>Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are the most popular sides in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/ipl-indian-premier-league/" title="Indian Premier League" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Indian Premier League</strong></a> (IPL), alongside five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians (MI). On the one side, CSK have won four titles while on the other, RCB are yet to lift the trophy for the first time. However, what brings both sides on the same page are the star-studded players and a huge fan following.</p>
<p>Discussing their head-to-head record, Super Kings are ahead of the Bangalore-based franchise with 20 wins. Currently, both teams have big names who could win games with their excellence and skills comfortably. By combining the power of both sides, it could be said that IPL fans will get a formidable side that could wreak havoc on any opponent.&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Here's the combined CSK and RCB XI that can thrash any IPL side</strong></h3>
<h3>1. Ruturaj Gaikwad</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Ruturaj Gaikwad. (Photo Source: BCCI/IPL)</figcaption>
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<p>Ruturaj Gaikwad is active in the cash-rich league since 2020, as a part of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) squad. In 2021, he grabbed the attention of CSK fans with his fantastic performance. Scoring 635 runs with a ton and four half-centuries in 16 matches at a strike rate of 136.26. Moreover, he went on to become the leading run-scorer and Orange Cap winner.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Gaikwad is a vital cog in the CSK squad due to his fearless batting style. The right-handed batter could become the next big thing in CSK. Currently, Super Kings have assigned him the role of providing fierce starts to their team as an opener along with the New Zealand batter, Devon Conway.</p>
<p>So far, Ruturaj Gaikwad has amassed 1442 runs with a century and 12 fifties in 42 IPL games at a strike rate of 132.42. These numbers of the Gaikwad corroborate his brilliance as a batter. In the upcoming years, he might be seen wearing the national team’s jersey if he continues his form with the bat.</p>
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<h3>2. Faf du Plessis</h3>
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<figcaption>Faf du Plessis. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>
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<p>The 38-year-old Faf du Plessis has served both CSK and RCB in his vast IPL career. In 2012, he became a part of the MS Dhoni-led team and became a notable name due to his fantabulous performance. In his debut IPL season, he notched up 398 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 130.92.</p>
<p>However, his best came after nine years as the South African smashed 633 runs in 16 matches of the IPL 2021 and helped Super Kings to clinch the title for the fourth time. In 2022, he joined Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), and relying on his experience and fabulous numbers in the league, the three-time IPL runners-up gave him the captaincy mantle.</p>
<p>Before becoming a part of Bangalore, the veteran became the third-leading run-scorer for Chennai with 2932 runs with 100 matches at a strike rate of 132.07. Talking about his overall numbers, the Protea has accumulated 3746 runs in 122 contests at a strike rate of 133.21.</p>
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<h3>3. Virat Kohli</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Virat Kohli. (Photo Source: BCCI/IPL)</figcaption>
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<p>Virat Kohli is serving Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2008 in the T20 league. In more than 15 years of his association with Challengers, the batting icon has delivered a lot of match-winning knocks to his team. In the maiden IPL auction in 2008, the franchise signed him for his base price of INR 20 lakh, following his heroics in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2008.</p>
<p>The franchise spotted a spark in the young Kohli and included only him on their retention list for the 2011 IPL season. In return, the right-handed batter looked potent with his bat and became the second-leading run-getter in the competition, piling up 557 runs with four half-centuries in 16 matches at a strike rate of 121.08.</p>
<p>The team management handed him the captaincy mantle in 2013, going through his sensational batting figures. In 2016, the veteran-led from the front and took his team to the final of the tournament. With the bat, he amassed 973 runs in 16 games of the season at a strike rate of 152.03 and clinched the<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-orange-cap/" title=" Orange Cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong> Orange Cap</strong></a>. Currently, Kohli is the highest run-getter in the league with 6903 runs in 229 matches at a strike rate of 129.63.</p>
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<h3>4. Glenn Maxwell</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Glenn Maxwell (photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>
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<p>Glenn Maxwell has displayed his potential with the bat in the IPL in numerous instances. The Australia explosive batter kicked off his league career in 2012, with Delhi Capitals (DC), and went on to play for Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in further seasons. He is currently one of the best in the business when it comes to finishing matches in style. Maxwell’s fierce batting attitude makes him ideal for the T20 format.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Witnessing these traits of the Aussie, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) roped in the right-handed batter in 2021, to bolster their batting line-up. Currently, he serves the middle order of Challengers with his bold batting style. Till now, the 34-year-old batter has accumulated 990 runs in 34 matches for RCB at a sensational strike rate of 158.65.</p>
<p>With these numbers, he is also the sixth-leading run-scorer for Challengers. Discussing his performance in all seasons, Maxwell has accumulated 2495 runs with 15 half-centuries in 116 games at a mind-boggling strike rate of 156.23.</p>
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<h3>5. Moeen Ali</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Moeen Ali and Faf du Plessis have been roped in by CSK-owned Johannesburg franchise in the CSA T20 League. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>
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<p>Moeen Ali began his IPL career in 2018 in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). For Bangalore, he played three seasons (2018-19) and could rack up only 309 runs and 10 wickets in 19 games. After the 2020 season, the franchise parted ways with him. Noting the opportunity, &nbsp;Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bought him for INR 7 crores.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In the Yellow jersey, Moeen exuded confidence and scored 357 runs in 15 games of the 2021 IPL at a spectacular strike rate of 137.30. The England veteran also chipped in with six wickets with the ball, picking up his best 3/7 figures against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Witnessing his skills, CSK made him an integral part of their team.</p>
<p>Thus far, the CSK stalwart has accumulated 984 runs in 49 matches at a strike rate of 143.23. With the ball, the right-arm off-break spinner has hunted 30 batters for Super Kings at a fine economy of 6.96.</p>
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<h3>6. Ravindra Jadeja</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Ravindra Jadeja. (Photo Source: BCCI/IPL)</figcaption>
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<p>Ravindra Jadeja is known for his exceptional all-round skills in the cricketing circle. Back in 2008, the 19-year-old made his debut in the inaugural IPL edition for Rajasthan Royals (RR). In 2012, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fetched him for INR 9.72 crores at the 2012 IPL auction. Since then, he is a part of the Yellow Army.</p>
<p>In his more than 11-year stint with CSK, Jadeja has delivered some memorable moments to CSK supporters with his all-round displays. In 2021, Jadeja created a feat of plundering 37 runs from one over of Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Harshal Patel. With this achievement, he equalled Chris Gayle’s 2011 record, in which the Windies batter smashed the former IPL team, Kochi Tuskers Kerala’s Prasanth Parmeswaran for 37 runs.</p>
<p>One of the oldest stalwarts of Chennai, Jadeja has notched up 1635 runs for CSK in 162 games at a strike rate of 135.79. With the ball, the veteran has fetched 123 wickets for Super Kings in 162 matches at an economy of 7.66. With these figures, the veteran is also the second-leading wicket-taker on the list of the most wickets for CSK.</p>
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<h3>7. MS Dhoni (c &amp; wk)</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: R.SATISH BABU/AFP via Getty Images)</figcaption>
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<p>MS Dhoni is the most experienced player and skipper both, in the current CSK squad. Serving the Chennai-based franchise since the maiden IPL edition, the veteran has delivered four titles to the team with his aggressive captaincy and remarkable batting and wicket-keeping talent. Under him, Super Kings have not won just titles but also added some incredible feats to their name.</p>
<p>From 2010-13, CSK became the only side under Dhoni’s leadership to appear in the final of the league, an impressive four times, which displays impeccable consistency. Along with this, Super Kings are also the only side to play the most number of IPL finals (nine). All these achievements of Super Kings have come under Dhoni’s leadership.</p>
<p>The 41-year-old has also rocked the tournament numerous times with his batting exploits. Chalking up 4912 runs in 233 matches, at a strike rate of 137.66, he is the second-leading run-getter for Super Kings, following Suresh Raina. When it comes to wicketkeeping, he is the most successful player behind the wickets with 177 dismissals in 240 matches.</p>
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<h3>8. Harshal Patel</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Harshal Patel. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>
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<p>Harshal Patel has been active in the cash-rich league since 2012. The right-arm medium bowler played his debut season in Royal Challengers Bangalore jersey and took nine wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 8.29. Till 2017, Harshal remained a part of RCB but from 2018-20, he represented Delhi Capitals (DC).</p>
<p>The pacer returned to RCB in 2021, and this time, he looked ferocious with the ball and became the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-purple-cap/" title="Purple Cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Purple Cap</strong></a> winner with 32 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.14. Riding on some of his incredible match-winning performances in the competition, Challengers qualified for the Playoffs.</p>
<p>In 2023, he dismissed Mark Wood and as a result, he became the fastest Indian to clinch 100 wickets in the league, reaching the milestone in just 79 innings. Along with this, the 32-year-old is also the second-fastest bowler to grab 100 wickets in the tournament, following Lasith Malinga, who got to the record in just 70 innings. Thus far, Harshal has bagged 104 wickets in 84 matches at an economy of 8.53.</p>
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<h3>9. Josh Hazlewood</h3>
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<figcaption data-gramm="false">Josh Hazlewood. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>
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<p>Josh Hazlewood is serving Royal Challengers Bangalore since 2022. The Australian bowler is an essential part of Challengers as he leads the team’s pace attack with his huge experience and magnificent bowling skills. At the IPL 2022 mega auction, the lanky pacer was picked by the Challengers for INR 7.75 crores.</p>
<p>In 2020, the veteran was seen for the first time in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in a Chennai Super Kings (CSK) jersey. However, he delivered his best performance to Super Kings in 2021, when he powered the team to the title win, claiming 11 wickets in nine contests at an economy of 8.37.</p>
<p>These numbers of the Aussie stalwart attracted RCB to go all out for him at the 2022 mega auction. The three-time IPL champions didn’t hesitate to spend a huge amount on him. Delivering his services to RCB for the first time, Hazlewood hunted 20 batters in 12 matches at an economy of 8.11.</p>
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<h3>10. Deepak Chahar</h3>
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<p>Deepak Chahar has showcased his talent with the ball a lot of times in the IPL. In 2018, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made him a member of their team to bolster the fast-bowling unit of the team. In return, donning the CSK jersey, he looked decent with the ball by trapping 10 batters in 12 contests of the 2018 IPL at an economy of 7.28.</p>
<p>The Agra-born player did wonders with the ball in 2019, as he ended up becoming the third-leading wicket-taker in the competition with 22 wickets in 17 matches at an economy of 7.47. His sensational bowling display in the tournament garnered immense attention from many cricket experts and fans alike.</p>
<p>In 2021, Chahar again played a vital role in CSK’s fourth title victory in the tournament. This time, he supported the team with 14 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.35. Till now, he has taken 59 wickets in 66 matches of his IPL career at an economy of 7.91.&nbsp;</p>
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<h3>11. Mohammed Siraj</h3>
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<p>Mohammed Siraj is playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2018. With his superb fast bowling, the pacer has bagged a lot of games for the Challengers. In 2017, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) gave him a chance to make his IPL debut and grabbing the opportunity with both hands, he took 10 wickets in six matches at an economy of 9.21.</p>
<p>Though, the numbers may not justify the immense potential Siraj possesses with the ball, realizing that the RCB franchise went after him at the 2018 mega auction and splurged INR 2.6 crores on him. Playing the initial seasons for Challengers, he struggled to become an economical bowler, but his wicket-taking bowling helped Bangalore to win many closely contested games. However, with more than five years of association with RCB, he has emerged as an important bowler for his team.</p>
<p>The RCB stalwart currently reinforces the bowling unit of the team along with Harshal Patel, Josh Hazlewood, and Wanindu Hasaranga. So far, the 29-year-old Siraj has added 71 wickets to his IPL profile in 71 matches at an economy of 8.57 so far.</p>
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<p>Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are the most popular sides in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/ipl-indian-premier-league/" title="Indian Premier League" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Indian Premier League</strong></a> (IPL), alongside five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians (MI). On the one side, CSK have won four titles while on the other, RCB are yet to lift the trophy for the first time. However, what brings both sides on the same page are the star-studded players and a huge fan following.</p>
<p>Discussing their head-to-head record, Super Kings are ahead of the Bangalore-based franchise with 20 wins. Currently, both teams have big names who could win games with their excellence and skills comfortably. By combining the power of both sides, it could be said that IPL fans will get a formidable side that could wreak havoc on any opponent.&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Here's the combined CSK and RCB XI that can thrash any IPL side</strong></h3>
<h3>1. Ruturaj Gaikwad</h3>
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<p>Ruturaj Gaikwad is active in the cash-rich league since 2020, as a part of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) squad. In 2021, he grabbed the attention of CSK fans with his fantastic performance. Scoring 635 runs with a ton and four half-centuries in 16 matches at a strike rate of 136.26. Moreover, he went on to become the leading run-scorer and Orange Cap winner.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Gaikwad is a vital cog in the CSK squad due to his fearless batting style. The right-handed batter could become the next big thing in CSK. Currently, Super Kings have assigned him the role of providing fierce starts to their team as an opener along with the New Zealand batter, Devon Conway.</p>
<p>So far, Ruturaj Gaikwad has amassed 1442 runs with a century and 12 fifties in 42 IPL games at a strike rate of 132.42. These numbers of the Gaikwad corroborate his brilliance as a batter. In the upcoming years, he might be seen wearing the national team’s jersey if he continues his form with the bat.</p>
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<h3>2. Faf du Plessis</h3>
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<p>The 38-year-old Faf du Plessis has served both CSK and RCB in his vast IPL career. In 2012, he became a part of the MS Dhoni-led team and became a notable name due to his fantabulous performance. In his debut IPL season, he notched up 398 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 130.92.</p>
<p>However, his best came after nine years as the South African smashed 633 runs in 16 matches of the IPL 2021 and helped Super Kings to clinch the title for the fourth time. In 2022, he joined Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), and relying on his experience and fabulous numbers in the league, the three-time IPL runners-up gave him the captaincy mantle.</p>
<p>Before becoming a part of Bangalore, the veteran became the third-leading run-scorer for Chennai with 2932 runs with 100 matches at a strike rate of 132.07. Talking about his overall numbers, the Protea has accumulated 3746 runs in 122 contests at a strike rate of 133.21.</p>
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<h3>3. Virat Kohli</h3>
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<p>Virat Kohli is serving Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2008 in the T20 league. In more than 15 years of his association with Challengers, the batting icon has delivered a lot of match-winning knocks to his team. In the maiden IPL auction in 2008, the franchise signed him for his base price of INR 20 lakh, following his heroics in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2008.</p>
<p>The franchise spotted a spark in the young Kohli and included only him on their retention list for the 2011 IPL season. In return, the right-handed batter looked potent with his bat and became the second-leading run-getter in the competition, piling up 557 runs with four half-centuries in 16 matches at a strike rate of 121.08.</p>
<p>The team management handed him the captaincy mantle in 2013, going through his sensational batting figures. In 2016, the veteran-led from the front and took his team to the final of the tournament. With the bat, he amassed 973 runs in 16 games of the season at a strike rate of 152.03 and clinched the<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-orange-cap/" title=" Orange Cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong> Orange Cap</strong></a>. Currently, Kohli is the highest run-getter in the league with 6903 runs in 229 matches at a strike rate of 129.63.</p>
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<h3>4. Glenn Maxwell</h3>
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<p>Glenn Maxwell has displayed his potential with the bat in the IPL in numerous instances. The Australia explosive batter kicked off his league career in 2012, with Delhi Capitals (DC), and went on to play for Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in further seasons. He is currently one of the best in the business when it comes to finishing matches in style. Maxwell’s fierce batting attitude makes him ideal for the T20 format.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Witnessing these traits of the Aussie, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) roped in the right-handed batter in 2021, to bolster their batting line-up. Currently, he serves the middle order of Challengers with his bold batting style. Till now, the 34-year-old batter has accumulated 990 runs in 34 matches for RCB at a sensational strike rate of 158.65.</p>
<p>With these numbers, he is also the sixth-leading run-scorer for Challengers. Discussing his performance in all seasons, Maxwell has accumulated 2495 runs with 15 half-centuries in 116 games at a mind-boggling strike rate of 156.23.</p>
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<h3>5. Moeen Ali</h3>
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<p>Moeen Ali began his IPL career in 2018 in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). For Bangalore, he played three seasons (2018-19) and could rack up only 309 runs and 10 wickets in 19 games. After the 2020 season, the franchise parted ways with him. Noting the opportunity, &nbsp;Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bought him for INR 7 crores.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In the Yellow jersey, Moeen exuded confidence and scored 357 runs in 15 games of the 2021 IPL at a spectacular strike rate of 137.30. The England veteran also chipped in with six wickets with the ball, picking up his best 3/7 figures against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Witnessing his skills, CSK made him an integral part of their team.</p>
<p>Thus far, the CSK stalwart has accumulated 984 runs in 49 matches at a strike rate of 143.23. With the ball, the right-arm off-break spinner has hunted 30 batters for Super Kings at a fine economy of 6.96.</p>
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<h3>6. Ravindra Jadeja</h3>
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<p>Ravindra Jadeja is known for his exceptional all-round skills in the cricketing circle. Back in 2008, the 19-year-old made his debut in the inaugural IPL edition for Rajasthan Royals (RR). In 2012, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fetched him for INR 9.72 crores at the 2012 IPL auction. Since then, he is a part of the Yellow Army.</p>
<p>In his more than 11-year stint with CSK, Jadeja has delivered some memorable moments to CSK supporters with his all-round displays. In 2021, Jadeja created a feat of plundering 37 runs from one over of Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Harshal Patel. With this achievement, he equalled Chris Gayle’s 2011 record, in which the Windies batter smashed the former IPL team, Kochi Tuskers Kerala’s Prasanth Parmeswaran for 37 runs.</p>
<p>One of the oldest stalwarts of Chennai, Jadeja has notched up 1635 runs for CSK in 162 games at a strike rate of 135.79. With the ball, the veteran has fetched 123 wickets for Super Kings in 162 matches at an economy of 7.66. With these figures, the veteran is also the second-leading wicket-taker on the list of the most wickets for CSK.</p>
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<h3>7. MS Dhoni (c &amp; wk)</h3>
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<p>MS Dhoni is the most experienced player and skipper both, in the current CSK squad. Serving the Chennai-based franchise since the maiden IPL edition, the veteran has delivered four titles to the team with his aggressive captaincy and remarkable batting and wicket-keeping talent. Under him, Super Kings have not won just titles but also added some incredible feats to their name.</p>
<p>From 2010-13, CSK became the only side under Dhoni’s leadership to appear in the final of the league, an impressive four times, which displays impeccable consistency. Along with this, Super Kings are also the only side to play the most number of IPL finals (nine). All these achievements of Super Kings have come under Dhoni’s leadership.</p>
<p>The 41-year-old has also rocked the tournament numerous times with his batting exploits. Chalking up 4912 runs in 233 matches, at a strike rate of 137.66, he is the second-leading run-getter for Super Kings, following Suresh Raina. When it comes to wicketkeeping, he is the most successful player behind the wickets with 177 dismissals in 240 matches.</p>
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<h3>8. Harshal Patel</h3>
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<p>Harshal Patel has been active in the cash-rich league since 2012. The right-arm medium bowler played his debut season in Royal Challengers Bangalore jersey and took nine wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 8.29. Till 2017, Harshal remained a part of RCB but from 2018-20, he represented Delhi Capitals (DC).</p>
<p>The pacer returned to RCB in 2021, and this time, he looked ferocious with the ball and became the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-purple-cap/" title="Purple Cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Purple Cap</strong></a> winner with 32 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.14. Riding on some of his incredible match-winning performances in the competition, Challengers qualified for the Playoffs.</p>
<p>In 2023, he dismissed Mark Wood and as a result, he became the fastest Indian to clinch 100 wickets in the league, reaching the milestone in just 79 innings. Along with this, the 32-year-old is also the second-fastest bowler to grab 100 wickets in the tournament, following Lasith Malinga, who got to the record in just 70 innings. Thus far, Harshal has bagged 104 wickets in 84 matches at an economy of 8.53.</p>
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<h3>9. Josh Hazlewood</h3>
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<p>Josh Hazlewood is serving Royal Challengers Bangalore since 2022. The Australian bowler is an essential part of Challengers as he leads the team’s pace attack with his huge experience and magnificent bowling skills. At the IPL 2022 mega auction, the lanky pacer was picked by the Challengers for INR 7.75 crores.</p>
<p>In 2020, the veteran was seen for the first time in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in a Chennai Super Kings (CSK) jersey. However, he delivered his best performance to Super Kings in 2021, when he powered the team to the title win, claiming 11 wickets in nine contests at an economy of 8.37.</p>
<p>These numbers of the Aussie stalwart attracted RCB to go all out for him at the 2022 mega auction. The three-time IPL champions didn’t hesitate to spend a huge amount on him. Delivering his services to RCB for the first time, Hazlewood hunted 20 batters in 12 matches at an economy of 8.11.</p>
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<h3>10. Deepak Chahar</h3>
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<p>Deepak Chahar has showcased his talent with the ball a lot of times in the IPL. In 2018, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made him a member of their team to bolster the fast-bowling unit of the team. In return, donning the CSK jersey, he looked decent with the ball by trapping 10 batters in 12 contests of the 2018 IPL at an economy of 7.28.</p>
<p>The Agra-born player did wonders with the ball in 2019, as he ended up becoming the third-leading wicket-taker in the competition with 22 wickets in 17 matches at an economy of 7.47. His sensational bowling display in the tournament garnered immense attention from many cricket experts and fans alike.</p>
<p>In 2021, Chahar again played a vital role in CSK’s fourth title victory in the tournament. This time, he supported the team with 14 wickets in 15 matches at an economy of 8.35. Till now, he has taken 59 wickets in 66 matches of his IPL career at an economy of 7.91.&nbsp;</p>
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<h3>11. Mohammed Siraj</h3>
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<p>Mohammed Siraj is playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since 2018. With his superb fast bowling, the pacer has bagged a lot of games for the Challengers. In 2017, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) gave him a chance to make his IPL debut and grabbing the opportunity with both hands, he took 10 wickets in six matches at an economy of 9.21.</p>
<p>Though, the numbers may not justify the immense potential Siraj possesses with the ball, realizing that the RCB franchise went after him at the 2018 mega auction and splurged INR 2.6 crores on him. Playing the initial seasons for Challengers, he struggled to become an economical bowler, but his wicket-taking bowling helped Bangalore to win many closely contested games. However, with more than five years of association with RCB, he has emerged as an important bowler for his team.</p>
<p>The RCB stalwart currently reinforces the bowling unit of the team along with Harshal Patel, Josh Hazlewood, and Wanindu Hasaranga. So far, the 29-year-old Siraj has added 71 wickets to his IPL profile in 71 matches at an economy of 8.57 so far.</p>
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