Punjab Kings (PBKS) will host Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 20 of IPL 2025 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. Both teams are looking to bounce back from recent setbacks. PBKS have now lost five straight home games at Mullanpur, while CSK are reeling after three successive defeats at IPL 2025.
While PBKS misjudged the spin-friendly conditions in their previous match, CSK’s all-round struggles in batting, bowling, and team balance have been poor to watch. However, PBKS would give them the best chance to win the clash and end their Mullanpur hoodoo. Let’s take a closer look at the Dream11 prediction, pitch conditions, fantasy picks, and probable XIs ahead of this high-octane.
Match Details: PBKS vs CSK
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings, Match 20 |
| Date | April 8, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar & Star Sports Network |
Pitch Report – Mullanpur Cricket Stadium
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 70m & 63m square, 72m straight |
| Pitch Type | Dry surface with some grass cover; batting gets easier after powerplay |
| Runs Expected | Par score: 175-180 |
| Dew Factor | Minimal; captains may opt to bat first |
| Average 1st Innings Score (IPL 2024) | 174 |
Pace vs Spin at Mullanpur (IPL 2024):
| Type | Wickets | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers | 54 | 22.38 | 8.92 | 15.0 |
| Spinners | 18 | 24.38 | 7.08 | 20.6 |
What to Expect: Batters need to settle before launching. Spinners and pace variations can be decisive in middle and death overs.
PBKS vs CSK: Probable Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Priyansh Arya
- Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Marcus Stoinis
- Nehal Wadhera
- Glenn Maxwell
- Shashank Singh
- Harpreet Brar
- Marco Jansen
- Arshdeep Singh
- Lockie Ferguson
- Yuzvendra Chahal
🔹 Impact Sub: Suryansh Shedge (if more pace is needed)
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Devon Conway
- Rachin Ravindra
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
- Vijay Shankar
- Shivam Dube
- Ravindra Jadeja
- MS Dhoni (wk)
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Noor Ahmad
- Mukesh Choudhary / Anshul Kamboj
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Matheesha Pathirana
🔹 Impact Sub: Mukesh Choudhary/Anshul Kamboj depending on bowling combo
PBKS vs CSK Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team
Wicketkeepers
- Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS) – Explosive top-order batter who can set the tone in the powerplay.
Batters
- Nehal Wadhera (PBKS) – Strong spin-hitter, has looked in good touch.
- Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) (C/VC) – Consistent anchor with the ability to accelerate.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) (C/VC) – Needs a big knock, and the Mullanpur track may just suit his style.
All-rounders
- Marcus Stoinis (PBKS) – Middle-order enforcer with pace bowling utility.
- Ravindra Jadeja (CSK) – Can be valuable with both bat and ball in these conditions.
- Rachin Ravindra (CSK) – Floats in the order, can provide explosive starts or finish games.
Bowlers
- Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS) – Match-winning potential, though hasn’t yet peaked this season.
- Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Dangerous in the powerplay and death with swing and accuracy.
- Matheesha Pathirana (CSK) – Lethal with slower balls and yorkers at the death.
- Noor Ahmad (CSK) (C/VC) – Wicket-taker in middle overs, key threat on this surface.
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks: Fantasy Tips
- Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – Anchoring the innings and in solid form.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) – A big knock feels due.
- Noor Ahmad (CSK) – Excellent matchup against PBKS middle order.
PBKS vs CSK: Key Matchups to Watch
- Devon Conway vs PBKS (IPL):
- Matches: 1 | Runs: 92* | SR: 176.92
- Conway will be key to CSK’s powerplay success.
- Glenn Maxwell vs Ravindra Jadeja (IPL):
- Innings: 11 | Runs: 70 | Dismissals: 6 | Avg: 11.66
- Glenn Maxwell vs R Ashwin (IPL):
- Runs: 140 | Dismissals: 3 | Avg: 46.66
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