The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 delivered a high-octane clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) on April 8, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. This match, the 22nd of the season, showcased aggressive batting, strategic bowling, and a nail-biting finish, with PBKS emerging victorious by 18 runs. Below, we explore the detailed scorecard, key performances, and highlights of this exciting encounter, optimized for fans searching for the CSK vs PBKS IPL 2025 scorecard.
Match Summary
- Date: April 8, 2025
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
- Toss: Punjab Kings, elected to bat first
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 18 runs
- Player of the Match: Priyansh Arya (PBKS)
- Series: Indian Premier League 2025
- Points: Punjab Kings 2, Chennai Super Kings 0
Punjab Kings set a formidable total of 219/6 in their 20 overs, powered by a sensational century from Priyansh Arya, who scored 103 runs off 42 balls (7 fours, 9 sixes). Shashank Singh (52 off 36) and Marco Jansen (34 off 19) provided crucial support. CSK’s bowling was led by Ravichandran Ashwin and Khaleel Ahmed, each claiming two wickets.
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In response, CSK fought valiantly but finished at 201/5. Devon Conway led the chase with 69 runs off 49 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes), supported by Shivam Dube’s 42 off 27 and a late cameo from MS Dhoni (27 off 12, 1 four, 3 sixes). PBKS’s Sam Curran was the standout bowler with 2/40, backed by wickets from Yash Thakur and Kagiso Rabada.
Detailed Scorecard
Punjab Kings Batting (20 overs, 219/6, Run Rate: 10.95)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priyansh Arya | 103 | 42 | 7 | 9 | 245.23 | c Shankar b Noor Ahmad |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | b Mukesh Choudhary |
| Shreyas Iyer | 9 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 128.57 | b Ahmed |
| Marcus Stoinis | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 57.14 | c Conway b Ahmed |
| Nehal Wadhera | 9 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 128.57 | c †Dhoni b Ashwin |
| Glenn Maxwell | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | c & b Ashwin |
| Shashank Singh | 52 | 36 | 2 | 3 | 144.44 | not out |
| Marco Jansen | 34 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 178.94 | not out |
| Extras | 7 | (lb 3, nb 2, w 2) | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 219/6 | 20 overs | – | – | – | – |
- Fall of Wickets: 1-17 (Prabhsimran Singh, 1.2 ov), 2-32 (Shreyas Iyer, 2.4 ov), 3-54 (Marcus Stoinis, 4.6 ov), 4-81 (Nehal Wadhera, 7.2 ov), 5-83 (Glenn Maxwell, 7.6 ov), 6-154 (Priyansh Arya, 13.4 ov)
- Milestones: 50 runs in 4.4 overs, 100 runs in 10.1 overs, 150 runs in 12.5 overs, 200 runs in 18.3 overs
- Partnerships: 7th wicket – 50 runs in 31 balls (Shashank Singh 23, Marco Jansen 27)
Punjab Kings Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khaleel Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 45 | 2 | 11.25 | 3 | 3 |
| Mukesh Choudhary | 2 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 10.50 | 3 | 1 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | 4 | 0 | 48 | 2 | 12.00 | 1 | 5 |
| Noor Ahmad | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 6.00 | 1 | 0 |
| Tushar Deshpande | 3 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 10.66 | 2 | 2 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 52 | 0 | 13.00 | 1 | 5 |
Chennai Super Kings Batting (Target: 220, 20 overs, 201/5, Run Rate: 10.05)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachin Ravindra | 36 | 23 | 6 | 0 | 156.52 | st †Prabhsimran Singh b Maxwell |
| Devon Conway | 69 | 49 | 6 | 2 | 140.81 | retired out |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | c Shashank Singh b Ferguson |
| Shivam Dube | 42 | 27 | 3 | 2 | 155.55 | b Ferguson |
| MS Dhoni | 27 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 225.00 | c Chahal b Yash Thakur |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 180.00 | not out |
| Ajinkya Rahane | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 | not out |
| Extras | 15 | (lb 5, nb 1, w 9) | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 201/5 | 20 overs | – | – | – | – |
- Fall of Wickets: 1-61 (Rachin Ravindra, 6.3 ov), 2-62 (Ruturaj Gaikwad, 7.2 ov), 3-151 (Shivam Dube, 15.5 ov), 4-171 (Devon Conway, 17.5 ov), 5-192 (MS Dhoni, 19.1 ov)
- Milestones: 50 runs in 5.1 overs, 100 runs in 10.5 overs, 150 runs in 15.3 overs, 200 runs in 19.5 overs
- Partnerships: 3rd wicket – 89 runs in 50 balls (Devon Conway, Shivam Dube)
Chennai Super Kings Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arshdeep Singh | 4 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 9.75 | 5 | 1 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 4 | 0 | 39 | 1 | 9.75 | 5 | 1 |
| Yash Thakur | 4 | 0 | 39 | 1 | 9.75 | 5 | 1 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 5.50 | 1 | 0 |
| Harpreet Brar | 4 | 0 | 48 | 0 | 12.00 | 4 | 2 |
| Sam Curran | 4 | 0 | 40 | 2 | 10.00 | 1 | 3 |
| Rahul Chahar | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10.00 | 0 | 1 |
| Nathan Ellis | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 | 0 |
Key Performances
- Priyansh Arya (PBKS): His 103 off 42 balls, including 7 fours and 9 sixes, was a game-changer. Arya reached his fifty in 19 balls and his century in 39, earning the Player of the Match award.
- Shashank Singh (PBKS): Scored an unbeaten 52 off 36 balls (2 fours, 3 sixes), anchoring the innings after early wickets.
- Marco Jansen (PBKS): Contributed 34 off 19 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes), forming a vital 50-run partnership with Shashank Singh.
- Devon Conway (CSK): Led CSK’s chase with 69 off 49 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes), reaching his fifty in 37 balls.
- Shivam Dube (CSK): Scored 42 off 27 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes), playing a key role in the middle overs.
- MS Dhoni (CSK): His 27 off 12 balls (1 four, 3 sixes) was a highlight, showcasing his finishing prowess.
- Sam Curran (PBKS): Took 2 wickets for 40 runs, dismissing key CSK batsmen.
- Ravichandran Ashwin (CSK): Claimed 2 wickets for 48 runs, removing Nehal Wadhera and Glenn Maxwell.
Strategic and Tactical Highlights
- Impact Players: PBKS introduced Yash Thakur for Priyansh Arya in the 19.6th over of their innings, while CSK brought in Shivam Dube for Matheesha Pathirana in the 7.2nd over of their chase.
- Strategic Timeouts: PBKS took timeouts at 75/3 (6.0 overs) and 170/6 (16.0 overs), while CSK paused at 79/2 (9.0 overs) and 120/2 (13.0 overs).
- DRS Reviews: PBKS challenged two decisions in the 17.3rd and 17.6th overs (both upheld as umpire’s call), while CSK’s review in the 17.5th over was unsuccessful.
- Powerplay Performance: PBKS scored 75/3 in their first 6 overs, while CSK managed 59/0, setting different tones for their innings.
Milestones and Records
- Youngest IPL Centurion: Priyansh Arya, at 20 years old, became the youngest player to score a century in IPL history.
- PBKS’s Highest vs CSK: PBKS’s 219/6 is their highest total against CSK in IPL history.
- Dhoni’s Season Best: MS Dhoni’s 27 off 12 balls was his highest score in IPL 2025, delighting fans at Mullanpur.
- Arya’s Impact: According to ESPNcricinfo’s MVP metrics, Arya’s performance earned 167.64 points, the highest in the match.
Head-to-Head Context
Historically, CSK and PBKS have been evenly matched, with each team winning 16 of their 32 encounters before this match, as noted on myKhel.com. CSK’s highest score against PBKS is 240, while PBKS’s previous best was 231. This match saw PBKS set a new benchmark with their 219/6.
Note on April 30, 2025, Match
Some sources, such as myKhel.com, mention a CSK vs PBKS match on April 30, 2025, described as the 49th match of IPL 2025, with PBKS winning at Chepauk. However, detailed scorecard information for this match is not readily available. As the current date is May 1, 2025, it’s possible that updates are pending. This article focuses on the April 8 match due to the availability of comprehensive data.
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