PBKS vs CSK Match Preview

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 22nd match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on April 8, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh. Both teams are eager to rebound from recent losses, making this a crucial matchup for their tournament standings. PBKS began the season with two consecutive victories, but suffered a 50-run defeat against the Rajasthan Royals. The team hopes to regain momentum in this match. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have played 4 games in the IPL 2025 season, winning one and losing three.  All three losses have occurred while chasing the target.

PBKS vs CSK Match Details 

Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings – 22th Match, IPL 2025

Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh

Date & Time: 08th April 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

PBKS vs CSK Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	208
Avg 2nd inn score	194
Win% batting 1st	54
Win% batting 2nd	46

PBKS vs CSK Pitch Report

The pitch at Chandigarh is well-known for being a wicket that is conducive to batting. The new ball should have a good bounce and carry. The spinners might benefit from the dryness.

PBKS vs CSK Weather Report

The temperature will be extremely hot and humid. With some showers expected in Chandigarh, the season opener is in danger of rain.  

PBKS vs CSK Last Five Matches

PBKS ( Punjab Kings )	L W W L W
CSK ( Chennai Super Kings )	L L L W L

PBKS vs CSK Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	CSK Won	PBKS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	30	16	14	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

PBKS vs CSK Probable Playing XIs:

Punjab Kings Probable Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing XIs

Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for PBKS vs CSK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Punjab Kings

• Shreyas Iyer – Shreyas Iyer scored two unbeaten half-centuries (97* and 52*) in the first two games, hitting 13 sixes.
• Arshdeep Singh –  Arshdeep Singh has taken 6 wickets in three games. His economy is just below ten.

Top Picks – Chennai Super Kings

• Ruturaj Gaikwad – Ruturaj Gaikwad has 121 runs in four games, with two half-centuries and a strike rate of 155, the highest among the batters.
• Noor Ahmad –  Noor Ahmad has 10 wickets in four games, with an average of 11.80.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PBKS vs CSK Dream11 Team:

Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra(C), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell(VC), Ravindra Jadeja, Noor Ahmad, Lockie Ferguson, Khaleel Ahmed, Arshdeep Singh

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for PBKS vs CSK Dream11 Team:

Devon Conway, Prabhsimran Singh, Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad(VC), Shreyas Iyer(C), Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Ravindra Jadeja, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Arshdeep Singh

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Rachin Ravindra, Shreyas Iyer

Vice-captain – Glenn Maxwell, Ruturaj Gaikwad

Wicketkeeper – Devon Conway

PBKS vs CSK Probable Winners:

CSK is at a disadvantage against the Punjab Kings after losing three of their last three games. Kings are currently reliant on Shreyas Iyer and Nehal Wadhera at the top, while the bowlers have struggled to put pressure on their opponents. CSK boasts a stronger batting lineup. Their bowlers are performing well when compared to the Punjab Kings. Considering the team combination, Chennai Super Kings is expected to win this match.