Cricket Prediction | PBKS vs. CSK | Indian Premier League 2025 | 22nd Match | April 08 – Will CSK Finally Roar Back or Sink Deeper?

PBKS vs. CSK Match Analysis

The 22nd match of the IPL 2025 season will be played between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 8, 2025, at the iconic IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST and promises an exciting battle between two sides looking to bounce back from recent defeats.

Punjab Kings have shown flashes of brilliance this season but are yet to find consistency in their performances. Led by Shreyas Iyer, PBKS boast a mix of explosive batting and an experienced bowling attack.

Chennai Super Kings have had a mixed start to the season and are aiming to regain their winning momentum. With Ruturaj Gaikwad at the helm and MS Dhoni still a key presence behind the stumps, CSK remain one of the most strategic sides in the tournament.

Punjab Kings vs. Chennai Super Kings Team Preview & Squads

Punjab Kings

Shreyas Iyer brings composure and elegance to Punjab Kings’ batting line-up while leading the side with tactical awareness. His leadership is centered on building partnerships and giving freedom to his power hitters.

PBKS features a robust batting core with players like Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, and Marcus Stoinis bringing global T20 experience. Prabhsimran Singh and Nehal Wadhera add flair to the top order, while Azmatullah Omarzai and Aaron Hardie can offer finishing firepower.

The Punjab bowling attack has a solid mix of pace and spin. Arshdeep Singh and Lockie Ferguson provide the pace and bounce, while Yuzvendra Chahal leads the spin department with guile and experience. Harpreet Brar and Xavier Bartlett provide excellent middle-overs control and wicket-taking abilities.

In their previous match against Rajasthan Royals, PBKS fell short despite playing at home. RR posted a strong 205/4, and Punjab’s chase never got going. They lost wickets at regular intervals and could only manage 155/9 in their 20 overs. PBKS suffered a 50-run defeat and will be eager to bounce back.

Punjab Kings Squads

  Punjab Kings Squads 

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

Chennai Super Kings

Ruturaj Gaikwad, the new skipper of CSK, is steadily adjusting to his leadership responsibilities. Known for his technically sound batting and calm demeanor, he brings a sense of reliability to the top order.

CSK’s batting unit is rich with options including Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, and Rahul Tripathi. The presence of finishers like MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja gives them late-innings firepower. Rachin Ravindra and Vijay Shankar add flexibility across the batting order.

CSK’s bowling arsenal has pace, spin, and experience in abundance. Matheesha Pathirana and Mukesh Choudhary are effective in death overs, while Khaleel Ahmed provides left-arm variation up front. Ravichandran Ashwin, Jadeja, and Noor Ahmad ensure control and turn in the middle overs.

In their last game against Delhi Capitals, CSK struggled to chase a moderate target. DC scored 183/6, and although CSK started well, they lost momentum in the middle overs. The chase stalled, and they finished on 158/5, losing the match by 25 runs. A more aggressive approach will be needed against PBKS.

Chennai Super Kings Squads

   Chennai Super Kings Squads 

Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Khaleel Ahmed, Andre Siddarth, Ravichandran Ashwin, Vansh Bedi, Devon Conway, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni (Wk), Shivam Dube, Nathan Ellis, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Shreyas Gopal, Gurjapneet Singh, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Noor Ahmad, Jamie Overton, Matheesha Pathirana, Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tripathi.

PBKS vs. CSK Outfield Report

  Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium 

The pitch at Mohali typically offers early seam movement for fast bowlers, especially under lights. However, it flattens out as the game progresses, allowing batsmen to play their shots freely. Teams chasing have generally fared better here due to the dew factor.

The weather in Mohali is expected to be clear with a temperature around 28°C to 30°C during match hours. Slight humidity may kick in during the second innings. No rain is forecast, ensuring a full 20-over contest.

The Mohali pitch has witnessed first-innings scores between 160–200 regularly. A total around 180+ is considered competitive, while anything below 150 can be chased comfortably. Teams winning the toss often opt to bowl first to take advantage of the conditions.

Punjab Kings vs. Chennai Super Kings Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, Punjab Kings have won 3 times, while Chennai Super Kings have won 2 times.

PBKS vs. CSK Prediction

According to cricket analysts Punjab Kings have a 58% chance of Winning.

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