IPL Match Preview: Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings - PBKS Hold Edge at Chepauk

IPL 2025 Match Preview: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) - 49th Match

In the 49th match of IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face off against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chepauk, Chennai. The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 PM IST.

Head-to-Head at Chepauk:

PBKS has a strong record at Chepauk, having won all their last 3 matches at this venue. In 2023, they defeated CSK by 4 wickets, and in 2024, they won by 7 wickets.
The teams have faced each other a total of 8 times at this stadium. CSK has won 4 matches, PBKS has won 3, and 1 match ended in a tie.

Current Season Form:

CSK has struggled this season, winning only 2 out of 9 matches, placing them at the bottom of the points table. Their chances of qualifying for the playoffs are looking slim.
PBKS, under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, has been in better form, winning 5 out of 9 matches. The team currently occupies the 5th position in the points table, with one match being abandoned due to rain.