IPL 2024: Key points, Match 53, PBKS vs CSK

In a thrilling Indian Premier League match, Ravindra Jadeja’s outstanding all-round performance led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a 28-run victory over Punjab Kings. Jadeja’s contributions with both bat and ball proved crucial as he made 43 runs off 26 balls and then picked up 3 wickets for 20 runs to secure the win for CSK.

Ravindra Jadeja’s stellar all-round performance push the win

Chasing a target of 168, Punjab Kings struggled throughout their innings, with only Prabhsimran Singh (30) and Shashank Singh (27) making notable contributions. CSK’s bowlers, including Jadeja, Simarjeet Singh (2/16), and Tushar Deshpande (2/35), kept the pressure on PBKS, restricting them to 139 for 9 in their 20 overs.

CSK continues with amazing performance

Earlier, CSK posted a total of 167 for 9 in their innings, with Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad (32), and Daryl Mitchell (30) providing valuable contributions with the bat. However, disciplined bowling from PBKS, led by Rahul Chahar (3/23) and Harshal Patel (3/24), kept CSK’s batsmen in check.

Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, PBKS couldn’t mount a successful chase, as CSK’s bowlers continued to chip away. Jadeja’s crucial wickets, along with contributions from other bowlers, ensured CSK’s victory.

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In the end, CSK emerged victorious, defeating PBKS by 28 runs in a convincing display of all-round cricket.