CSK vs PBKS: PBKS won by 4 wickets in a Thrilling IPL Encounter
In a captivating match that showcased both individual brilliance and team effort, CSK vs PBKS: PBKS won by 4 wickets in Match 49 of IPL 2025. Punjab Kings successfully chased down a target of 191 runs with just two balls to spare, securing a crucial victory over Chennai Super Kings.
Despite a sensational hat-trick by Yuzvendra Chahal in the 19th over, the batting prowess of Shreyas Iyer (72 not out) and Prabhsimran Singh (54) proved decisive for PBKS at the Chepauk Stadium.
First Innings Summary: Curran’s Resilience Overshadowed by Chahal’s Magic
Chennai Super Kings managed to post a total of 190 runs in 19.2 overs. Sam Curran played an outstanding innings, scoring 88 runs off 47 deliveries. He was the anchor of the CSK innings after they lost early wickets in the powerplay (at 48 for 3). Curran built significant partnerships with Brevis (32 runs) and Dhoni (11 runs), helping CSK recover.
However, the momentum shifted dramatically when Yuzvendra Chahal produced a stunning spell of bowling, taking 4 wickets in just 5 balls. His victims included:
- MS Dhoni (caught out at long-off)
- Deepak Hooda (edged the ball to point)
- Anshul Kamboj (bowled out on his first ball, a golden duck)
- Noor Ahmad (mistimed his shot and was caught)
Chahal’s incredible over led to a collapse, and CSK were eventually all out for 190 runs in the final over of their innings.
Second Innings Analysis: Iyer and Prabhsimran Steer PBKS to Victory
Punjab Kings began their chase with a positive intent, reaching 51 runs for the loss of one wicket in the initial six overs. Following the early dismissal of Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh was introduced as the Impact Player and made an immediate impact on the game.
- Key Highlights of the Chase:
- Prabhsimran Singh scored a quickfire 54 runs off just 36 balls, including 5 boundaries and 3 sixes.
- He formed a crucial 50-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer in a mere 34 balls, providing momentum to the chase.
- Prabhsimran survived a close LBW (leg before wicket) review early in his innings and then capitalized by attacking the CSK bowlers.
After Prabhsimran’s dismissal, Shreyas Iyer took responsibility and played a captain’s knock, scoring an unbeaten 72 runs off 41 balls. He paced his innings perfectly, hitting 4 fours and 2 sixes, and remained at the crease until the winning runs were scored.
Late Overs Drama: CSK’s Attempted Comeback Falls Short
Chennai Super Kings fought back briefly in the later stages of the game:
- Wadhera (5 runs) and Shashank Singh (23 runs off 12 balls) were dismissed in the death overs.
- Brevis took two important catches, putting pressure on the PBKS batsmen.
- Pathirana and Jadeja managed to pick up late wickets, creating some tension.
- Suryansh Shedge was dismissed in the penultimate over, bringing CSK back into contention.
However, with just 1 run needed off the final four balls, Marco Jansen held his nerve and hit the winning runs for PBKS, taking their final score to 194 for 6 wickets in 19.4 overs.
Implications of the Result
- Punjab Kings gained valuable points and improved their position in the IPL 2025 standings with this significant victory.
- Chennai Super Kings’ hopes of qualifying for the playoffs have become more precarious despite individual brilliance on the field.
- Yuzvendra Chahal etched his name in IPL history by becoming the first bowler in the 2025 season to achieve a hat-trick.
Match Summary
- CSK: 190 all out (19.2 overs)
- Sam Curran: 88 runs
- Yuzvendra Chahal: 4 wickets for 32 runs (including a hat-trick)
- PBKS: 194 for 6 wickets (19.4 overs)
- Shreyas Iyer: 72 runs (not out)
- Prabhsimran Singh: 54 runs
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 4 wickets
