The Indian Premier League heats up as Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) lock horns in Match 22 of the season. With both teams eager to assert dominance, fans can expect a high-octane clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on April 8.
Match Details:
- Date: April 8, 2025
- Time: 19:30 IST
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
- Last Meeting: CSK won by 28 runs (May 5, 2024)
Pre-Match Betting Odds
With CSK boasting a decorated IPL history, betting odds favor the five-time champions:
- Punjab Kings: 2.14 (46.7% win probability)
- Chennai Super Kings: 1.74 (57.5% win probability)
(Odds via Betandyou, subject to change)
Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 IPL Matches)
- May 5, 2024: CSK won by 28 runs
- May 1, 2024: PBKS won by 7 wickets
- April 30, 2023: PBKS won by 4 wickets
- April 25, 2022: PBKS won by 11 runs
- April 3, 2022: PBKS won by 54 runs
Key Players to Watch
Punjab Kings
Shreyas Iyer – The PBKS skipper was in scintillating form against Gujarat Titans, smashing 97 runs off 42 balls. His ability to lead from the front will be crucial.
Arshdeep Singh – A proven wicket-taker, Arshdeep’s left-arm swing bowling can dismantle CSK’s top order.
Shashank Singh – A game-changer in the middle order, his explosive 44 off 16 balls in PBKS’ opening match proved his worth.
Chennai Super Kings
Rachin Ravindra – The New Zealand international has been consistent with the bat, scoring 65* and 41 in his first two IPL 2025 matches.
Noor Ahmad – The Afghan spinner has been lethal, claiming nine wickets in CSK’s three matches. His spin mastery will be a key factor.
Khaleel Ahmed – A pace spearhead for CSK, Khaleel has taken crucial early wickets, troubling opposition batsmen with his swing and accuracy.
Predicted Playing XIs
Punjab Kings: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Chennai Super Kings: Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed
Best Bets for PBKS vs. CSK
- Winning the Toss – Punjab Kings (19/20, Betandyou)
- First Ball of the Match – 1 Run (21/10, BetWinner)
Prediction: Chennai Super Kings to Win
Despite Punjab Kings’ strong start to IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings’ experienced squad and balanced attack give them the edge. Expect a thrilling contest, but CSK’s firepower should see them take the win.