PBKS vs CSK Match Prediction : IPL 2025, 22nd Match – Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match Between PBKS vs CSK?

PBKS vs CSK Betting Tips

Punjab have a few factors going their way in terms of a strong record against the opposition and home advantage. Their bowling lineup has an international mix to it. The batting lineup has exciting local talent. Chennai Super Kings have a strong all-round Indian core, both young and old, to work with.

Also Check: Today's IPL Betting Rates

Punjab Super Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record is heavily in favour of Punjab Kings after winning four of the past five games against Chennai Super Kings. Results were split evenly in 2024 with each team winning once.

Punjab Super Kings vs Chennai Super Kings Live-streaming and Broadcast

Punjab Kings will play host to Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday, 8 April 2025 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium. The IPL game can be followed in India on the Star Sports Network TV broadcast and the JioHotstar app live-streaming.

PBKS vs CSK Team Previews

Punjab Kings

Young Priyansh Arya and the explosive Prabhsimran Singh provide a dynamic opening combo. Prabhsimran doubles as the wicketkeeper, to be a livewire in the field too. He has one century and four half-centuries in the IPL. Skipper Shreyas Iyer brings much-needed calm and stability at number three. His leadership will keep the team’s feet on the ground. The calm captain has 159 runs, while striking at over 200 in his first three games.

The middle order is packed with punch and personality. Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell are two of the most impactful Australian all-rounders in the T20 world with brutal power and experience in the middle overs. Glenn Maxwell contributed with 30 runs in his previous innings.

Maxwell’s off-spin and Stoinis’ seam-ups also bring handy bowling options. Supporting them are Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh, two Indian batters known for their fiery stroke play and ability to take down spinners. Wadhera comes into this game off the back of a knock of 62 runs against Rajasthan Royals. Singh hit 44 not out against Gujarat Titans. Suryansh Shedge, an emerging talent, makes the lower-middle order deceptively dangerous.

On the bowling front, Punjab Kings have a genuinely exciting pace attack. South African left-arm quick Marco Jansen adds height, swing and bounce while taking a wicket in each of his games this tournament. New Zealander Lockie Ferguson delivers raw pace and aggression.

He showed his wicket-taking abilities with two wickets against the Royals. Arshdeep Singh is a local fan favourite for his skills at the death and being clever in the powerplay. He has rollicked his way to six wickets in three innings this year.

Punjab Kings Expected Playing 11

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson

Chennai Super Kings

Under the leadership of captain consistent Ruturaj Gaikwad, the team aims to build on its rich legacy. The CSK leader has over 2500 IPL runs. The batting lineup has New Zealand's Devon Conway with the strength of adaptability across formats and scenarios.

The left-handed Conway has 937 IPL runs and nine half-centuries in his IPL career. Complementing them is Rachin Ravindra, another Kiwi cricketer whose batting capabilities will put the opposition under early pressure.

In the all-rounder category, CSK boasts the experience of Vijay Shankar. Shankar's right-handed batting and medium-pace bowling provide strategic flexibility. He hit 69 runs unbeaten for CSK against DC. Dube's left-handed power-hitting means the men in yellow have the power to motor along in the middle overs.

The presence of seasoned campaigner Ravindra Jadeja means the team's core is daunting to face. He has a combination of over 3000 runs and over 150 wickets in his lengthy IPL career. Behind the stumps, the legendary MS Dhoni continues to bring his vast experience and sharp cricketing acumen to the team whether in the field or with the bat. He came in to provide late-order runs in his previous innings with 30 runs not out.

The bowling attack is diversified with the inclusion of off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and the young Afghan left-arm wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad. The left-armer has 34 IPL wickets. Pace options like left-arm seamer Khaleel Ahmed and left-arm medium pacer Mukesh Choudhary add variety to the attack.

Khaleel Ahmed took an important two wickets against Delhi.

Chennai Super Kings Expected Playing 11

Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Mukesh Choudhary, Khaleel Ahmed

PBKS vs CSK Toss Prediction

In the previous home game for Punjab against Chennai, they elected to bowl first. Two of the past three matches between these teams have been won by the side chasing.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The pitch in Mullanpur is known for its batting-friendly conditions with high-scoring matches. The expansive boundaries could bring spinners into play if the batters try go hard at them. The dry conditions will add that extra bit of spice for the spinners. The highest total at the ground is 192 for seven in 20 overs by the Mumbai Indians in 2024.

The weather will be scorching, with temperatures in the high 30s degrees Celsius. Humidity will be a slight factor with a low level of humidity. There is only a five percent chance of rain.

PBKS vs CSK: Who Will Win?

The home advantage and history on the side of the Punjab Kings could be the small margins they need to get over the line in this match. After a loss for both sides, they would’ve taken a knock to their confidence. That can easily be fixed with a win here. PBKS has a stronger batting lineup and is playing modern T20 cricket, unlike the Chennai Super Kings that seem stuck in time.

PBKS vs CSK win percentage stands at 55% in favor of PBKS.

Todays IPL Match Prediction: Punjab Kings to Win.