CSK vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings out of playoffs race as Punjab Kings win by four wickets
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THE TIMES OF INDIA | Apr 30, 2025, 23:53:19 IST
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CSK vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings out of playoffs race as Punjab Kings win by four wickets

CSK vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2025: As the IPL 2025 league stage approaches a dramatic finish, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face a critical showdown against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday. With just two wins from nine games, CSK find themselves at the bottom of the table and in urgent need of a win to keep their playoff hopes, however slim, alive.

This match is more than just another fixture—it's a do-or-die situation for the five-time champions. Meanwhile, PBKS, sitting comfortably at fifth with five wins, are looking to firm up their top-four chances against a struggling CSK outfit.

Once a dominant force at Chepauk, CSK have shockingly lost four of their five home games this season. Injuries and form slumps have plagued the side, including a leadership shuffle that saw MS Dhoni retake the reins after Ruturaj Gaikwad’s elbow injury. Even Dhoni’s tactical brilliance hasn’t been able to reverse their fortunes.

Veterans like Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Matheesha Pathirana have underperformed, while Rachin Ravindra and the middle order have struggled to deliver consistently. A rare bright spot has been the promising Ayush Mhatre, who will need to step up once again against PBKS’s bowling spearhead Arshdeep Singh.

Yuzvendra Chahal, back in top form for PBKS, poses a major threat in the middle overs, especially in a potential clash with Shivam Dube. PBKS look balanced with a solid top order in Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh, a dependable No. 3 in Shreyas Iyer, and all-round strength in Marco Jansen.

While CSK are wounded and unpredictable, they remain dangerous if key players fire. But with PBKS riding a wave of momentum, the edge appears to be with the visitors ahead of this high-stakes battle at Chepauk.

CSK vs PBKS Squads

Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni (capt & wk), Dewald Brevis, Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shaik Rasheed, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddharth, Ayush Mhatre, Rachin Ravindra, Ravichandran Ashwin, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran, Anshul Kamboj, Deepak Hooda, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, Nathan Ellis, Shreyas Gopal, Matheesha Pathirana.

Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (capt), Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Harpreet Brar, Vishnu Vinod, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Josh Inglis, Xavier Bartlett, Kuldeep Sen, Pyla Avinash, Suryansh Shedge, Musheer Khan, Harnoor Pannu, Aaron Hardie, Azmatullah Omarzai.


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19:07 (IST) Apr 30

Shreyas Iyer, the skipper of Punjab Kings, says that they are more focused on the process rather than just thinking for the win, and this is what they have done throughout the journey. Mentions that unfortunately, they did not get the points in the last game, but you cannot control the weather, and the boys are looking in high spirits. States that it is unfortunate that Glenn Maxwell has fractured his finger, and they haven’t decided about the replacement yet. Tells that they have a variety of players in their squad who can play whenever they need, and they bring different skill sets. Informs that they are going in with the same team as he is not sure who they have left out from the last playing XI.

19:05 (IST) Apr 30

Impact Players for Chennai Super Kings - Anshul Kamboj, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishna Ghosh.

19:05 (IST) Apr 30

Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI) - Ayush Mhatre, Shaik Rasheed, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (C/WK), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana.

19:04 (IST) Apr 30

Impact Players for Punjab Kings - Prabhsimran Singh, Xavier Bartlett, Praveen Dubey, Musheer Khan, Vyshak Vijaykumar.

19:04 (IST) Apr 30

Punjab Kings (Playing XI) - Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis (WK), Shreyas Iyer (C), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar (In place of Glenn Maxwell), Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Suryansh Shedge (In place of Prabhsimran Singh), Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh.

19:01 (IST) Apr 30

TOSS - The coin lands in favour of Shreyas Iyer and Punjab Kings have elected to BOWL first.

18:54 (IST) Apr 30
CSK vs PBKS Live Score: We are a few minutes away from toss
The MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch traditionally favours spinners, but recent matches have seen high-scoring games.

Weather forecasts predict clear skies, ensuring an uninterrupted match. Teams will need to adapt their strategies accordingly.
18:53 (IST) Apr 30
IPL Live Score: The Last Flicker of Hope
With just a handful of games left, CSK’s fate isn't entirely in their hands anymore. But a win vs PBKS can reignite a faint hope and inject momentum for a late surge.

For the fans, the franchise, and for pride — this is CSK’s moment to fight back.
18:47 (IST) Apr 30
IPL Live: CSK’s veterans need to step up
Jadeja, Ashwin, Pathirana — big names, quiet seasons.

CSK’s campaign has suffered because their seasoned stars haven’t delivered when it mattered.

Against a strong PBKS unit, experience must rise to the occasion.

It’s now or never for these icons to turn up and turn the tide.
18:44 (IST) Apr 30
IPL Live Score: PBKS boast an all-round bowling
From Arshdeep Singh’s fiery new-ball spells to Chahal’s middle-overs magic, and Marco Jansen’s all-round control—PBKS’s bowling has variety and venom.

Against an inconsistent CSK batting line-up, they might just find the perfect stage to dominate.

Will they seal their sixth win and tighten their grip on a playoff spot?
18:36 (IST) Apr 30
CSK vs PBKS Live: Yuzvendra Chahal vs Shivam Dube on the card
One of the most intriguing battles to watch: Yuzvendra Chahal vs Shivam Dube.

CSK rely on Dube to accelerate in the middle overs, while Chahal has found vintage form for PBKS.

One moment of brilliance here could tip the balance. Can Chahal contain the big hitter, or will Dube take the aerial route?
18:27 (IST) Apr 30
Today IPL Match Live: Can PBKS knock CSK out of IPL?
Punjab Kings may not be title favourites, but they’ve quietly stitched together five wins in nine games and sit 5th on the table.

With Shreyas Iyer steady at No. 3, a power-packed opening pair, and a lethal spin-armoury led by Yuzvendra Chahal, PBKS are peaking at the right time.

Can they tame an unpredictable CSK?
17:56 (IST) Apr 30
CSK vs PBKS Live: Fortress No More?
Chepauk used to be CSK's unbreachable home turf.

Not this season. The Yellow Army has lost 4 of 5 games here, and another defeat will mark their worst-ever record at home.

Wednesday night isn't just another match—it’s a fight to reclaim lost pride. Can they turn it around before it’s too late?
17:55 (IST) Apr 30
IPL Live: Ayush Mhatre, the one from CSK to watch out
Among the gloom, a bright spark emerges—Ayush Mhatre.

The youngster impressed on debut and is now CSK’s most promising batter at the top. His powerplay duel with PBKS’s Arshdeep Singh could shape the entire match.

It’s a clash of potential vs precision. Can Mhatre take the pressure and deliver again? Keep your eyes on this battle!
17:54 (IST) Apr 30
IPL Live Score: All eyes on MS Dhoni
Even the legendary MS Dhoni can’t reverse CSK’s fortunes this season.

A mid-season return to captaincy after Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury hasn’t sparked the turnaround fans hoped for.

With veterans misfiring and young guns under pressure, CSK's campaign has been riddled with poor selections and missed chances.

Can Dhoni produce one last miracle, or is this the sunset of a glorious era?
17:54 (IST) Apr 30
Today IPL Match Live: The Final Stand at Chepauk
The Chennai Super Kings face Punjab Kings in what is possibly their most crucial clash of the season.

Sitting at the bottom of the table with just two wins in nine matches, CSK’s playoff hopes hang by a thread.

But more than points, this is about pride at Chepauk—a stadium once called their fortress, now their Achilles’ heel. Will CSK bounce back and give their fans a reason to believe again?

The Men in Yellow need something special—can they summon it when it matters most?
17:53 (IST) Apr 30
CSK vs PBKS Live Score: Match 49
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of TimesofIndia.com for IPL 2025 Match No. 49 between Chennai Super Kings host Punjab Kings.

Squads:
Chennai Super Kings Squad: Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Deepak Hooda, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni(w/c), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Anshul Kamboj, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Jamie Overton, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tripathi, Shreyas Gopal, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Mukesh Choudhary, Nathan Ellis, Andre Siddarth C, Vansh Bedi

Punjab Kings Squad: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer(c), Josh Inglis(w), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Glenn Maxwell, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harpreet Brar, Musheer Khan, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Suryansh Shedge, Praveen Dubey, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Vishnu Vinod, Yash Thakur, Aaron Hardie, Kuldeep Sen, Harnoor Singh, Pyla Avinash
CSK vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are set to host Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Chepauk Stadium in a must-win clash — not for a playoff push, but to salvage pride and avoid a historic low.

With just two wins from nine games, CSK sit at the bottom of the table, while PBKS are fifth with five wins, three losses, and a no result.

This IPL season has been a forgettable one for the five-time champions, especially at their once-formidable home. CSK have won just one out of five matches at Chepauk this year.

The season began on a high note with a win over Mumbai Indians, but a loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru — their first home defeat to RCB since 2008 — broke their stronghold. Failed chases against Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders followed, with CSK struggling against spin and posting underwhelming totals. Against KKR, they collapsed to 103/9, suffering a heavy loss.

Their home woes deepened with a fourth defeat at Chepauk against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Despite fighting efforts from Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis, Harshal Patel’s four-wicket haul crippled CSK’s innings. SRH comfortably chased down the target with 1.2 overs to spare.

Now, one more defeat at home would mark CSK’s worst-ever season at Chepauk. With pride on the line, can the Super Kings turn it around against PBKS?

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