On Tuesday, April 8, during a nerve-wracking clash in the CSK vs PBKS IPL 2025 match at New Mullanpur stadium, Punjab Kings (PBKS) took home the win, defeating Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 18 runs.
This was the 22nd match of the ongoing 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season and Punjab Kings continued their 3 wins at Mullanpur. Priyansh Arya was awarded the Player of the Match award for his 103 runs off of 42 balls.
Priyansh Arya’s Century Powers Punjab Kings to 219
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Batting first after winning the toss, Punjab Kings scored a daunting 219/6 in 20 overs, due to a scorching century by opener Priyansh Arya. Arya’s free-flowing knock of 103 runs off only 42 balls comprised of 7 boundaries and 9 massive sixes, indicating his fine form and capability to stabilize the innings under pressure.
Other major contributions to PBKS:
– Shashank Singh: 52* off 29 balls (not out)
– Marco Jansen: 34* off 18 balls (not out)
Although Punjab’s lower-middle order contributed to speeding up the innings, the middle order was not up to the mark:
– Shreyas Iyer: 9 runs
– Marcus Stoinis: 4 runs
– Nehal Wadhera: 7 runs
CSK’s bowling performance
CSK’s bowlers could not stop Punjab’s batters, particularly Arya, during the death overs, but a few could keep things somewhat under control. Khalil Ahmed and Ravichandran Ashwin each picked up 2 wickets and Noor Ahmed (the current Purple Cap holder) took 1 wicket. Nevertheless, CSK could not prevent PBKS from posting an enormous score.
Chennai Super Kings Fall Short in Chase Despite Conway’s Heroics
While chasing a high total of 220, the Chennai Super Kings only fell short by 18 runs in managing to post 201/5 in their 20 overs.
Top Performers for CSK:
– Devon Conway: 69 runs off 44 balls
– Shivam Dube: 42 runs
– Rachin Ravindra: 36 runs
– MS Dhoni: 27 off 12 balls
CSK’s batting lineup showed intent, and MS Dhoni’s late cameo offered hope, but it wasn’t enough to seal the win. The Punjab bowlers held their nerve in the final overs to seal the victory.
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Punjab Kings Seal a Crucial Win Over CSK
Punjab Kings, who were playing on CSK’s home ground, had a good show with both bat and ball. Winning against the five-time IPL winners by 18 runs, PBKS earned their third victory in four games, bringing their points total to 6 points with a net run rate (NRR) of +0.289.
This commanding win has taken Punjab to the fourth position on the IPL 2025 table. The team’s healthy NRR also provided them the upper hand over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), who also possess 6 points but now fall to fifth position.
Chennai Super Kings Slump Continues
On the other hand, it’s been a disappointing stint for Chennai Super Kings. With this loss in the CSK vs PBKS IPL 2025 match, CSK has now lost three games in a row. They have fallen to the eighth position on the points table. CSK has only one victory in four games and a net run rate of -0.010, which is a cause of concern among their fans and management as well.
IPL 2025 Points Table After CSK vs PBKS Match
Note: Rankings are based on current available data.
| No | Team | Match | Wins | Lost | Tie | No Result | Points | NRR. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi Capitals | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.257 | ||
| 2 | Gujarat Titans | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.031 | ||
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.015 | ||
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +0.289 | ||
| 5 | Lucknow Super Giants | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +0.078 | ||
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.056 | ||
| 7 | Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.185 | ||
| 8 | Mumbai Indians | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0010 | ||
| 9 | Chennai Super Kings | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.889 | ||
| 10 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -1.629 |
Delhi Capitals Reign Supreme at the Top
Delhi Capitals (DC) are shining brightly this season, maintaining a tight grip on the top position in the IPL 2025 table. With three victories from three games and a commanding net run rate of +1.257, the Capitals are still unbeaten and appear to be strong playoff contenders.
Gujarat and RCB in Strong Positions
Just below Delhi, Gujarat Titans (GT) have also been steady with three victories in four games, securing them the second position with a net run rate of +1.031. Right behind them is RCB in the third position with an identical win record but a marginally lower NRR of +1.015.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Struggle at the Bottom
In the meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are rock bottom of the table. Having only a single win from five games, they have a mere 2 points and a worrying net run rate of -1.629. Their chances of making it to the playoffs are dwindling fast unless there is a turn-around in their fortunes soon.
PBKS Gains Momentum, CSK Under Pressure
The CSK vs PBKS IPL 2025 game has proved to be a turning point for Punjab Kings, who are now well-placed in the playoff race. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings need to regroup in a hurry to prevent further slipping down the table.
As the season goes on for the IPL 2025, each game becomes all the more vital. Tune in for further news and in-depth coverage of all IPL matches.
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