PBKS vs CSK Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 22nd Match of IPL 2025

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The second clash in Tuesday’s double-header sees Punjab Kings take on Chennai Super Kings – and this one carries a whole new vibe compared to past seasons. Traditionally, this fixture has tilted in CSK’s favor, but 2025 has flipped the script entirely. This time, it's Punjab Kings who are riding high, while CSK are the ones struggling to find their footing. 

After the mega-auction, PBKS look like a completely different outfit. The days of them languishing at the bottom of the table seem long gone. They’ve started the season strong and are firmly among the top-performing sides so far. On the other hand, it’s been a rough ride for Chennai. With just one win to their name and three consecutive losses, they find themselves near the bottom of the standings – something fans aren’t used to seeing from the five-time champions. 

What’s even more concerning for CSK is that two of those defeats have come at Chepauk, their traditional stronghold. Losing at home has dented morale and could prove costly in the playoff race if they don't turn things around soon. But while there's still time to salvage their season, they'll have to do it the hard way – starting with a red-hot Punjab side hungry to bounce back after their first loss of the campaign to Rajasthan Royals. Both teams are desperate for a win here, but for very different reasons. CSK need a victory to jolt their campaign to life, while PBKS will want to quickly brush off their first setback and keep their momentum going. 

Head-to-Head: SRH vs CSK - Who Holds the Advantage?

PBKS and RR have had some fierce battles over the years, with PBKS historically holding the upper hand. With the match being played at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, PBKS will have the home advantage, and their spin attack of Yuzvendra Chahal and Harpreet Brar could be a major threat on a turning track. Their batting lineup, led by Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, and Glenn Maxwell, looks solid. On the other hand, RR boasts an explosive batting unit, featuring uturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube,. However, their biggest concern has always been their bowling attack, which often struggles in high-scoring encounters. While Khalil Ahamed and Mathis Pathirana add depth, they’ll need to handle PBKS’s aggressive top order. Given PBKS’s superior bowling attack and home conditions, they might start as slight favorites. But RR’s firepower makes them dangerous, and if their bowling holds up, an upset could be on the cards. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the IPL 2025 opener:

Total Matches Played: 30

PBKS Wins: 14

CSK Wins: 16

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Despite PBKS having the firepower of Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, and Glenn Maxwell, RR’s all-around strength and explosive players like Riyan Parag and Wanindu Hasaranga give them the upper hand in this head-to-head contest. However, it’s always been a close battle, with both sides frequently trading blows in IPL clashes.

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as fantasy cricket is concerned, PBKS might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, and Glenn Maxwell, but RR’s balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Parag and Hasaranga make them a formidable opponent. Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, with its high-scoring potential, might slightly favor the batting-heavy teams, so expect a run-fest!

Injury Update:

No Injury concerns.

PBKS vs CSK Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: PBKS vs CSK 22nd Match of IPL 2025  

Date: 8 April 2025 

Time: 7:30 PM    

Stadium: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium   

Location: Mullanpur

PBKS vs CSK Match Pitch Report:     

The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur offers a balanced pitch that challenges both batsmen and bowlers. Early in the match, the surface favors the batsmen, allowing them to play aggressive strokes with good bounce and a solid foundation. A first innings score between 180-190 runs is generally considered competitive. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, providing assistance to spinners, which can make chasing more difficult. Teams chasing targets around 180-190 runs generally have a fighting chance, but anything above 190-200 can put them under pressure, especially with the slow nature of the pitch in the second innings. Overall, it’s a dynamic surface where both batting and bowling strategies need to adapt to the conditions, and a score around 180+ is often a strong target for the chasing side. 

Possible Playing 11 for PBKS:

Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Suryash Shedge, Azmatullah Umarzai, Marco Janson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal 

Impact Sub: Nehal Vadhera, Praveen Dubey, Vijaykumar Vaishak, Harpreet Brar

Possible playing 11 for CSK:   

Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Nathan Ellis, Khaleel Ahmed

Impact Subs: Rahul Tripathi, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Vijay Shankar, Jamie Overton, Sheikh Rasheed

PBKS vs CSK Fantasy Team:      

Wicketkeepers: Prabhsimran Singh

Batsman: Shreyas Iyer, Nehal Vadhera, Shashank Singh, Rachin Ravindra

All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Ravindra Jadeja, Marco Janson

Bowlers:  Arshdeep Singh, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed

PBKS vs CSK Team for Today Match:

PBKS vs CSK Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Shreyas Iyer (C),  (VC) Khaleel Ahmed

Choice 2: Glenn Maxwell (C), Arshdeep Singh (VC)

PBKS vs CSK Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Priyansh Arya, Marcus Stoinis, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Marcus Stoinis

Disclaimer:     

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision

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