Key Points:
- Punjab Kings defeated Chennai Super Kings by 18 runs in the 22nd match of IPL 2025.
- Priyansh Arya smashed a scintillating 103 off just 42 balls, leading Punjab to a massive total of 219.
- Chennai Super Kings fell short despite Dwayne Conway’s 69 and Dhoni’s late fireworks.
- Lockie Ferguson and Yash Thakur shined with the ball for Punjab Kings.
New Delhi: In the thrilling 22nd match of the IPL 2025 season, Punjab Kings secured an impressive 18-run victory over Chennai Super Kings at a packed stadium. The match saw explosive batting performances, particularly by Punjab’s Priyansh Arya, whose rapid century became the highlight of the game.
Punjab Kings Set a Mammoth Target
After winning the toss, Punjab Kings’ captain Shreyas Iyer opted to bat first. Despite a shaky start, the team posted a formidable total of 219 runs, thanks to Priyansh Arya’s sensational knock. The young batter smashed an electrifying 103 runs off just 42 balls, hitting boundaries and sixes at will. His innings began with a bang as he struck a six off the first ball and continued to dominate bowlers like Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Chaudhary, and Pathirana. Arya’s innings included powerful shots all around the ground before he was dismissed by Noor Ahmed in the 14th over.
Supporting Arya, Shashank played a steady innings, scoring a crucial half-century (52 off 36 balls). Marcus Jansen added valuable runs at the end with a quickfire 36 off just 19 deliveries. Together, they propelled Punjab to an imposing total.
Chennai’s Bowling Struggles
Chennai Super Kings’ bowling attack had a tough day on the field. Khaleel Ahmed and R. Ashwin managed to pick up two wickets each but were expensive, conceding over ten runs per over. Noor Ahmed and Mukesh Chaudhary also contributed with one wicket apiece but failed to contain Punjab’s aggressive batting.
Chennai’s Chase Falls Short
Chasing a daunting target of 220, Chennai Super Kings started well, with openers Rachin Ravindra and Ruturaj Gaikwad taking the score to 60 without loss. However, disaster struck as both batsmen were dismissed in quick succession, reducing CSK to 62/2.
Dwayne Conway and Shivam Dube then steadied the innings with an impressive partnership of 89 runs for the third wicket. Conway top-scored for CSK with a composed 69 runs, while Shivam Dube contributed a solid 42 before falling to Lockie Ferguson.
Despite MS Dhoni’s late heroics scoring an unbeaten 27 off just 12 balls with some towering sixes CSK could only manage 201 runs in their allotted overs, falling short by 18 runs.
Punjab’s Bowling Highlights
Lockie Ferguson was the standout performer for Punjab Kings with figures of 2/40 in his four overs. Yash Thakur and Glenn Maxwell also chipped in with one wicket each, ensuring that CSK never gained momentum in their chase.
Match Summary
- Punjab Kings: 219/7 (Priyansh Arya 103, Shashank 52; Khaleel Ahmed 2/44)
- Chennai Super Kings: 201/6 (Dwayne Conway 69, Shivam Dube 42; Lockie Ferguson 2/40)
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 18 runs.
What’s Next?
With this win, Punjab Kings have strengthened their position in the IPL standings. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings will need to regroup quickly as they look to bounce back in their upcoming matches.
