In Match 31 of the IPL 2025 season, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by an incredible 16 runs in a memorable and exciting match. At the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, PBKS successfully defended a modest 111 runs, the lowest total in IPL history. Punjab Kings Vs Kolkata Knight Rider
Match Overview
- Date: April 15, 2025
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 16 runs
- PBKS Score: 111 all out in 15.3 overs
- KKR Score: 95 all out in 15.1 overs
Punjab Kings’ Innings: A Struggle with the Bat
Opting to bat first, PBKS faced a challenging start as KKR’s bowlers dominated the early overs. Prabhsimran Singh was the top scorer for PBKS with 30 runs. Punjab Kings Vs Kolkata Knight Rider The team was eventually bowled out for 111 runs in just 15.3 overs. KKR’s Harshit Rana led the bowling attack with impressive figures of 3 wickets, while Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy contributed with two wickets each.
The Chase of the Kolkata Knight Riders: A Dramatic Collapse
At 62 for 2, KKR looked to be in control as they chased a modest goal of 112. They lost eight wickets for just 33 runs, though, in a stunning collapse that left them with 95 all out in 15.1 overs. Yuzvendra Chahal, who took four wickets for 28 runs, played a key role in this comeback. With three wickets for seventeen runs, Marco Jansen provided help, destroying KKR’s batting order.
Key Performers
- Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS): 4 wickets for 28 runs
- Marco Jansen (PBKS): 3 wickets for 17 runs
- Harshit Rana (KKR): 3 wickets
- Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS): Top scorer with 30 runs
Historical Importance
With PBKS defending the lowest total ever in the league, this match set a new milestone in IPL history. With outstanding bowling and fielding performances, PBKS was able to defend just 111 runs, shattering the previous mark.
Statements and Reactions
Ricky Ponting, the coach of PBKS, praised the team’s outstanding bowling strategy and execution, calling the victory maybe the greatest in his IPL coaching experience. The team’s tenacity and resolve were commended by captain Shreyas Iyer, particularly in light of their recent inability to defend a significantly greater score.
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Present Positions
With this triumph, PBKS secured their fourth victory in six games and rose to fourth place in the IPL 2025 standings. However, after losing four of their seven games, KKR dropped to sixth position. Punjab Kings Vs Kolkata Knight Rider
