Punjab Kings created history with a sensational 16-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2025 clash at Mullanpur on Tuesday. In a low-scoring thriller, PBKS defended the lowest ever total in IPL history in a full 20-over match, stunning the Ajinkya Rahane-led KKR side.
Chasing a modest target of 112, KKR seemed on course at 62/2, but Yuzvendra Chahal turned the tide with a game-changing spell. The leg-spinner scalped 4 wickets for 28 runs, dismantling KKR’s middle and lower order. Marco Jansen also delivered under pressure, picking up 3 for 17, as KKR were bowled out for just 95.
Earlier, after opting to bowl first, KKR dominated the first innings. Harshit Rana starred with the ball, taking 3 for 25. Varun Chakaravarthy (2/21) and Sunil Narine (2/14) kept things tight, helping KKR dismiss Punjab Kings for a meager 111.
PBKS had a brisk start, thanks to a 39-run opening stand between Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya in just 3.1 overs. However, Harshit Rana’s double strike halted their momentum, and the rest of the batting order crumbled under pressure.
What followed was beyond anyone’s imagination. Despite having the game in control, KKR collapsed dramatically, falling victim to disciplined bowling and a never-say-die attitude from Punjab. The victory will be remembered as one of the most dramatic turnarounds in IPL history, marking a proud moment for PBKS fans and players alike.
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Match Overview
- Match: Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Date: April 15, 2025
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 16 runs
- Player of the Match: Yuzvendra Chahal – 4/28
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KKR Batting:
| Batter | Runs (Balls) | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock (W) c Suryansh Shedge b Xavier Bartlett | 2 (4) | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Sunil Narine b Marco Jansen | 5 (4) | 1 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Ajinkya Rahane (C) lbw b Yuzvendra Chahal | 17 (17) | 1 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi c Xavier Bartlett b Yuzvendra Chahal | 37 (28) | 5 | 1 | 132.14 |
| Venkatesh Iyer lbw b Glenn Maxwell | 7 (4) | 0 | 0 | 175.00 |
| Rinku Singh st Josh Inglis b Yuzvendra Chahal | 2 (9) | 0 | 0 | 22.22 |
| Andre Russell b Marco Jansen | 17 (11) | 1 | 2 | 154.55 |
| Ramandeep Singh c Shreyas Iyer b Yuzvendra Chahal | 0 (1) | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Harshit Rana b Marco Jansen | 3 (6) | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Vaibhav Arora c Josh Inglis b Arshdeep Singh | 0 (7) | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Anrich Nortje not out | 0 (0) | 0 | 0 | – |
KKR Bowling:
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| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marco Jansen | 3.1 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 5.48 | 0 | 0 |
| Xavier Bartlett | 3 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 10.00 | 0 | 0 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 3 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 3.67 | 0 | 0 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 4 | 0 | 28 | 4 | 7.00 | 1 | 0 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2.50 | 0 | 0 |
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PBKS Batting:
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| Batter | Runs (Balls) | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priyansh Arya c Ramandeep Singh b Harshit Rana | 22 (12) | 3 | 1 | 183.33 |
| Prabhsimran Singh c Ramandeep Singh b Harshit Rana | 30 (15) | 2 | 3 | 200.00 |
| Suryansh Shedge c Quinton de Kock b Sunil Narine | 4 (4) | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Shreyas Iyer (C) c Ramandeep Singh b Harshit Rana | 0 (2) | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Josh Inglis (W) b Varun Chakaravarthy | 2 (6) | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Nehal Wadhera c Venkatesh Iyer b Anrich Nortje | 10 (9) | 2 | 0 | 111.11 |
| Glenn Maxwell b Varun Chakaravarthy | 7 (10) | 1 | 0 | 70.00 |
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PBKS Bowling:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Arora | 2.3 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 11.33 | 0 | 0 |
| Anrich Nortje | 3 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 7.67 | 0 | 0 |
| Harshit Rana | 3 | 0 | 25 | 3 | 8.33 | 2 | 0 |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | 4 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 5.25 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunil Narine | 3 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 4.67 | 1 | 0 |
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Player of the Match: Yuzvendra Chahal (Punjab Kings)
Yuzvendra Chahal was named Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance in Punjab Kings’ thrilling victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. Chahal’s figures of 4 for 28 proved to be the turning point in the match, as he ripped through KKR’s top order, dismantling their chase of a modest target.
Coming into the attack when the game seemed evenly poised, Chahal’s precision and deceptive spin left the KKR batsmen struggling. His four-wicket haul not only put KKR on the back foot but also ensured that Punjab Kings could defend the lowest total in IPL history (111). Chahal’s performance was a perfect example of how one bowler can completely shift the momentum in a T20 match.
Chahal, speaking after the match, emphasized the importance of teamwork, acknowledging that while his personal performance was a highlight, it was a collective effort from the entire squad that led to this remarkable victory. His statement reflected the spirit of the game: “It’s a team game, and everyone played their part. We stuck to our plans, and it paid off in the end.”
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Conclusion:
The match between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders will go down in IPL history as one of the most thrilling encounters, thanks to a stellar bowling performance from Yuzvendra Chahal. Chahal’s remarkable 4-wicket haul turned the game in Punjab’s favor, helping them defend a modest total and claim an unexpected victory. His skillful bowling, combined with contributions from other key players like Marco Jansen, showcased the depth and resilience of the PBKS squad.
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