IPL 2018: 4 nail-biting finishes in the Royal Challengers Bangalore-Chennai Super Kings rivalry

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The rivalry between the Chennai Super Kings and the Royal Challengers Bangalore is referred to as the "Ashes of the South."

The intensity of this encounter is on-par with the most famous franchise rivalries in cricket. The contest between is also termed as Kaveri Derby sometimes.

The Chennai-based franchise has generally dominated this fixture and more often than not, has gotten the better of the Men in Red and Gold. Of the 20 matches that they have played against each other over the years, CSK have clinched as many as 13 victories.

Head to Head Stats:

Played: 21

Royal Challengers Bangalore: 7

Chennai Super Kings: 13

Let us take a look at some of the most famous matches of this rivalry.