CSK vs PBKS IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings Seek First Points Against Punjab Kings
Smarting from a heavy loss at the hands of Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings will be aiming to secure their first points in IPL 2025 when they host Punjab Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. With MS Dhoni and Dewald Brevis sidelined due to injuries, Ruturaj Gaikwad’s side faces a challenging task against an upbeat PBKS team, which registered a close win over Gujarat Titans in its opening match.
Team Form and Conditions
CSK’s young batting lineup had a tough outing on a lively Guwahati track, but they might find some relief in Chennai with better batting conditions expected. In contrast, Punjab Kings will ride high on confidence, having won their last three fixtures at this venue. With players like Cooper Connolly in fine form, PBKS will be looking to extend their winning streak to four consecutive matches at Chepauk.
CSK vs PBKS Head-to-Head Records
The rivalry between these two teams has been closely contested over the years. Here are the key statistics:
- Matches Played: 32
- CSK Wins: 16
- PBKS Wins: 16
- No Result: 0
Recent Encounters: Last Five Matches
- PBKS won by 18 runs at New Chandigarh - 2025
- PBKS won by 4 wickets at Chennai - 2025
- PBKS won by 7 wickets at Chennai - 2024
- CSK won by 28 runs at Dharamsala - 2024
- PBKS won by 4 wickets at Chennai - 2023
Highest Team Totals in CSK vs PBKS Matches
- 240/5 by CSK at Mohali in 2008
- 231/4 by KXIP at Cuttack in 2014
- 226/6 by KXIP at Wankhede in 2014
- 219/6 by PBKS at New Chandigarh in 2025
- 207/4 by KXIP at Mohali in 2008
Top Run-Getters in CSK vs PBKS History
- Suresh Raina (CSK) - 719 runs
- MS Dhoni (CSK) - 637 runs
- Faf du Plessis (CSK) - 593 runs
- KL Rahul (KXIP/PBKS) - 365 runs
- Shaun Marsh (KXIP) - 296 runs
Leading Wicket-Takers in CSK vs PBKS Fixtures
- Ravichandran Ashwin (CSK/KXIP) - 20 wickets
- Dwayne Bravo (CSK) - 18 wickets
- Ravindra Jadeja (CSK) - 17 wickets
- Albie Morkel (CSK) - 12 wickets
- Shardul Thakur (CSK) - 12 wickets
Highest Individual Scores in CSK vs PBKS Clashes
- Virender Sehwag (KXIP) - 122 vs CSK in 2014
- Paul Valthaty (KXIP) - 120* vs CSK in 2011
- Mike Hussey (CSK) - 116* vs KXIP in 2008
- Priyansh Arya (PBKS) - 103 vs CSK in 2025
- Suresh Raina (CSK) - 100* vs KXIP in 2013
Best Bowling Figures in CSK vs PBKS Matches
- Lakshmipathy Balaji (CSK) - 5/24 vs KXIP in 2008
- Lungisani Ngidi (CSK) - 4/10 vs KXIP in 2018
- Deepak Chahar (CSK) - 4/13 vs PBKS in 2021
- Parwinder Awana (KXIP) - 4/30 vs CSK in 2014
- Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS) - 4/32 vs CSK in 2025
Predicted Playing XIs for CSK vs PBKS
Chennai Super Kings Predicted XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Sanju Samson (WK), Ayush Mhatre, Kartik Sharma, Shivam Dube, Prashant Veer, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Matt Henry. Impact Sub: Sarfaraz Khan.
Punjab Kings Predicted XI: Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (C), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak. Impact Sub: Yuzvendra Chahal.
This match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams look to gain an early advantage in the IPL 2025 season. With historical data showing a balanced rivalry, fans can expect a competitive showdown at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
