PBKS vs CSK: The 22nd match of the IPL 2025 promises to be an exciting clash between the Punjab Kings and the Chennai Super Kings. Taking on each other the arch rivals will be against one another for the first time during the IPL 2025. The match is scheduled to be played on the grounds of the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh on April 8.
Coming for Match 22 of the Rivalry week, Punjab will look to bounce back from their last match defeat, where they suffered a heavy 50-run loss to Rajasthan Royals. Meanwhile, CSK, who are struggling this season, will aim to gain stability and break their losing form. After starting their season with a promising win over the Mumbai Indians, the five-time champions have stumbled in three straight matches and are now desperate to regain the momentum.
Heading into this clash with contrasting campaigns, both teams will be eager to grab a win and secure crucial winning points in their favor. Let’s take a look at today’s cricket PBKS vs CSK, Match 22 pitch report, Weather Report, Ground stats, and Probable XI ahead of the first match of IPL 2025 between Punjab and Chennai.
PBKS vs CSK: Match Preview
| Match Info | Details |
| Series | Indian Premier League, 2025 |
| Match | Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings, 22nd match |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium |
| City | Chandigarh |
| Match Start Time | 7:30 PM IST – Tuesday, 8 April, 2025 |
| TV Channel | Star Sports & Sports18 Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
Pitch Report
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh, is set to host the PBKS vs CSK for Match 22 of the IPL 2025. The pitch at this stadium is unlikely to favor high scores on the ground, so fans can expect a total of around 180-190. Spinners have historically performed well here, maintaining an economy rate of around 7 runs per over. The team winning the toss will want to field first as the batting second team on this ground has a high probability of winning the clash.
PBKS vs CSK Weather Report:
The weather at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh, is expected to remain sunny during the start of the match, but as the match progresses further, it will turn to clear weather, ensuring an uninterrupted game. There are no chances of rain during match hours as the rain probability is 0%. Along with it there are 31-50% chances of humidity. Fans can look forward to a full 40-over contest. The temperature at the ground is likely to be around 27-34°celsius.
| Weather Parameter | Details |
| Condition | Mostly Partly cloudy |
| Rain Probability | 0% |
| Humidity | 31-50% |
| Temperature | Around 27-34°C |
MYSIC Ground stats: PBKS vs CSK
| Total Matches Played | 06 |
| Batting First Won | 03 |
| Batting Second Won | 03 |
| Tied Matches | 00 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 174 |
| Highest Score | Rajasthan Royals 205/4 |
| Lowest Score | Punjab Kings 142/10 |
PBKS vs CSK Predicted Playing XI
PBKS Probable Playing XI:
Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Priyansh Arya
CSK Probable Playing XI:
Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana
