PBKS vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2025: Priyansh Arya’s Blazing Century Powers Punjab Kings to 219; CSK Fall Short by 18 Runs
In a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 18 runs, thanks to a sensational century from uncapped talent Priyansh Arya, who smashed 103 off just 42 balls.
After being reduced to 83/5 in the first 8 overs, Arya resurrected the innings with a flurry of aggressive strokes, reaching his half-century in just 19 balls and then racing to a 39-ball century—one of the fastest in IPL history. His heroic innings was supported by Shashank Singh (52 off 36) and Marco Jansen, who stitched together a crucial 65-run partnership, helping PBKS post a formidable 219/6 in 20 overs.
CSK’s Chase Falters Despite Strong Start
Chasing 220, CSK lost early wickets of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Rachin Ravindra, but Devon Conway anchored the innings with a solid 50 off 37 balls before retiring out at 69. Shivam Dube added a quick 42 off 27, while MS Dhoni tried to provide late fireworks with his 27-run cameo. However, CSK eventually fell short, ending at 201/7.
CSK bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs, with only Ravindra Jadeja maintaining an economy below 10. Others, including Mukesh Choudhary, Khaleel Ahmed, and Matheesha Pathirana, were taken to the cleaners by Priyansh Arya and company.
Toss and Conditions
PBKS won the toss and elected to bat first, looking to exploit the batting-friendly surface. The pitch at Mullanpur offered good bounce and pace for shot-making, and the hot weather—with temperatures peaking at 38°C—didn’t ease things for bowlers.
PBKS vs CSK IPL 2025 Match Highlights:
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PBKS 219/6 in 20 overs
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Priyansh Arya: 103 off 42 balls (50 in 19 balls, 100 in 39 balls)
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Shashank Singh: 52 off 36 balls
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Marco Jansen & Shashank: 65-run partnership
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PBKS were 83/5 at one stage
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CSK 201/7 in 20 overs
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Devon Conway: 50 off 37 (Retired out at 69)
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Shivam Dube: 42 off 27 balls
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MS Dhoni: 27-run cameo
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Jadeja: Best economy among CSK bowlers
Team Lineups:
PBKS Playing XI:
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Impact Subs: Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Praveen Dubey, Azmatullah Omarzai, Vyshak Vijaykumar
CSK Playing XI:
Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Choudhary
Impact Subs: Jamie Overton, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Anshul Kamboj
IPL 2025 Form Overview:
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CSK: Started with a win against Mumbai Indians, but suffered three consecutive losses, including home defeats to RCB and DC, and an away loss to RR.
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PBKS: Strong start under new captain Shreyas Iyer and coach Ricky Ponting, winning against GT and LSG, but lost their only home match against RR.
This match marked the 31st encounter between CSK and PBKS in IPL history, with CSK leading with 16 wins compared to PBKS’s 15.
