Match Recap: CSK Outdone By PBKS In Another Thrilling Match Of IPL 2025 🎉

PBKS vs CSK Match details: It was electrifying to see Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a thriller by 18 runs on April 09, 2025 at New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh. As of now, IPL 2025 has been nothing short of entertaining. Powered by Priyansh Arya’s sensational 103, and Shashank Singh’s half century of 52 runs, PBKS posted a massive 219 for 6 wickets. CSK gave it their best with 201 runs for 5 wickets, due to Devon Conway’s 69 and Shivam Dube’s 42, but failed to secure a win. CSK struggled primarily PBKS’s dominant batting performance. Lockie Ferguson(with 2 wickets and 40 runs) and Khaleel Ahmed(with 2 wickets and 45 runs) were impressive, considering the circumstances of the pitch.

Highlights: PBKS vs CSK🙌

PBKS Innings: Arya scored an astonishing 103 runs from 42 balls at a staggering strike rate of 245.24 and Shashank Singh scored 52 runs from 36 balls alongside Marco Jansen who remained unbeaten at 34 runs off 19 balls, till the total of 6 wickets at 219 was reached.

CSK Innings: Devon Conway scored 69 runs at the cost of 49 deliveries, Shivam Dube netted 42 off 27 and MS Dhoni also contributed with 27 that took the total to 201 vs 5.

Bowling – PBKS: Yash Thakur 1/39, Lockie Ferguson 2/40

Bowling – CSK: Khaleel Ahmed 2/45, Ravichandran Ashwin 2/48

PBKS Crowned Heroes in PBKS vs CSK Match🏆

Highlighting Arya’s strong performance of 103 in 42 with a rate of 245.24 where he received strong support from Singh’s 52 and Jansen’s 34 while Ferguson supported with 2/40.

CSK Standouts: Devon Conway’s 69 off 49 guided the chase, while Shivam Dube scored 42 and MS Dhoni made 27 off 12. Khaleel Ahmed and Ashwin each took 2 wickets.

Arya’s duel with the CSK bowlers was a spectacle.

Pitch Performance Analysis in PBKS vs CSK Match🌱

Eden Gardens’ pitch favored batsmen and had an average of 169 runs scored in the first innings. The true nature of PBKS’s 219/6 and CSK’s 201/5 is revealed alongside a black-soil base which offers bounce. Early overs favored aggressive play (Arya’s century), while spinners had a hindered middle overs (Ashwin 2/48). Death overs saw pace batter (Ferguson 2/40). The average of 175-180 considered exceeded and 9 wides only added to the pressure. Weather sitting at 33°C was clear with no dew and it remained balanced.

Key Moments and Turning Points of PBKS vs CSK Match🏆

PBKS Dominance: Arya scored 103 with a 71 run stand against Shashank (setting 219). Fall of wickets: Prabhsimran (17, 1.2 ov), Iyer (32, 2.4 ov), Arya (154, 13.4 ov).

CSK Fightback: Conway’s 69 at Dube’s 42 designed an 89-run stand that fell apart to early losses (Ravindra 36, Gaikwad 1). Fall of wickets: Ravindra (61, 6.3 ov), Gaikwad (62, 7.2 ov), Conway (171, 17.5 ov). Dube’s 27 alongside Ferguson’s double strike were key.

Arya’s century was the defining moment that ensured the 18-run victory.

Insights and Takeaways in PBKS vs CSK Match🎯

This match clearly shows Arya’s talent, while Shashank also played a significant role as a finisher, pushing their NRR higher. CSK suffered from too many extras- 9 wides, and Conway’s early exit. PBKS’s bowlers, with Ferguson in charge, maintained control. Batters enjoyed significant assistance from the pitch, which also offered pace (420 runs) and favored pace over spin. Notable is the 7-6 balance CSK now holds over PBKS in their all-time clashes. The latter is desperate to move up, while the former seeks to recuperate.

Scorecard of PBKS vs CSK Match