IPL 2025: Match 22, PBKS vs CSK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between PBKS vs CSK?

Match Overview

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will continue its high-voltage action as Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) square off in Match 22 on Tuesday, April 8, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur.

Punjab Kings started their season with back-to-back wins against Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants. However, their unbeaten run was snapped by Rajasthan Royals in their most recent clash in Mullanpur. The Shreyas Iyer-led side would be looking to get back to winning ways on Tuesday.

Chennai Super Kings have struggled so far in IPL 2025. They had a flying to the season, beating arch-rivals Mumbai Indians in their first match. However, they have succumbed to three consecutive defeats with experts and fans questioning their intent to win games.  The Men in Yellow would want to end the losing streak with matches coming thick and fast.

Match Details

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The first match played at Mullanpur in IPL 2025 saw Rajasthan Royals scoring 205/4 before they restricted Punjab to 155/9. After the match, Shreyas noted that the pitch was holding a bit and a target around 180-185 would have been ideal for them. In the six IPL games played in Mullanpur, the average first-innings score is 174. Teams batting first have won three games and so have chasing teams.

Also Check: PBKS vs CSK Live Score, Match 22

Head-to-Head Record

PBKS vs CSK Predicted Playing XIs

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

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

Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

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

Impact Player: Matheesha Pathirana

PBKS vs RR Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer scored 97* (42) and 52* (30) deliveries in the first two games. Against the Royals, the Mumbai batter hit two boundaries before being dismissed for 10. Shreyas has looked in sublime touch and would want to bounce back after the rare blip in the last game.

Also Check: IPL 2025 Orange Cap

Probable Best Bowler: Noor Ahmad

Noor Ahmad's performance so far in IPL 2025 has been a silver lining for CSK. The Afghanistan spinner has picked up 10 wickets from four games at an average of 11.80. He is the current Purple Cap holder. He will hold the key through the middle overs for the visitors.

Also Check: IPL 2025 Purple Cap

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

• Punjab Kings win the toss and bowl
• PP Score: 45-55
• CSK: 170-190
• Punjab Kings win the match

Scenario 2

• Chennai Super Kings win the toss and bowl
• PP Score: 50-60
• PBKS: 180-200
• Chennai Super Kings win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.