In a thrilling match at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on April 8, 2025, Punjab Kings emerged victorious, beating Chennai Super Kings by 18 runs. The match was a thrilling contest, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination.
After winning the toss, Punjab Kings elected to bat and posted a competitive total of 219/6 in 20 overs. Opener Priyansh Arya was on fire, scoring a century off 39 balls, including 7 fours and 9 sixes. Arya's aggressive batting style and strategic play helped set the tone for a solid team performance.
Other notable contributions came from Shashank Singh, who scored 52 not out, and Marco Jansen, who added 34 not out. CSK's Khaleel Ahmed was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 45 runs.
In response, Chennai Super Kings put up a strong fight, scoring 201/5 in 20 overs. Devon Conway played a crucial knock, scoring 69 runs, while Shivam Dube contributed 42 runs. Despite their efforts, CSK fell short of the target by 18 runs.
Lockie Ferguson was the standout bowler for Punjab Kings, taking 2 wickets for 40 runs. His precise bowling and clever tactics helped restrict CSK's scoring and ultimately led to Punjab Kings' victory.
