PBKS VS KKR: In one of the most dramatic matches of IPL 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) stunned Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by successfully defending a mere 111-run target, scripting history as the team to defend the lowest total in IPL history. The match, played at the Mullanpur Stadium, saw an incredible bowling performance from Yuzvendra Chahal and Marco Jansen that crushed KKR’s hopes of a comfortable chase.
PBKS vs KKR: Who Won Today’s Match?
Punjab Kings won today’s match by 16 runs, as they bowled out Kolkata Knight Riders for just 95 runs, despite setting a modest target of 112 runs. This win will be remembered as one of the greatest bowling comebacks in IPL history.
Yuzvendra Chahal Shines with 4-Wicket Haul
The hero of the night was Yuzvendra Chahal, who took 4 wickets for 28 runs in his four-over spell. His magical bowling spell turned the tide completely in Punjab’s favor after KKR had reached a steady 50+ score with the partnership between Angkrish Raghuvanshi (37 off 28) and captain Ajinkya Rahane.
Chahal dismissed Rahane LBW and followed it up by removing Raghuvanshi. In the 12th over, he took two wickets in two balls, sending Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh back to the pavilion, creating pressure that KKR couldn’t recover from.
Marco Jansen & Co. Deliver a Masterclass in Bowling
Along with Chahal, Marco Jansen picked up 3 wickets for just 17 runs, while Arshdeep Singh, Bartlett, and Glenn Maxwell chipped in with a wicket each. Jansen removed the dangerous Andre Russell and Vaibhav Arora towards the end, sealing a historic win for Punjab Kings.
Punjab Kings Batting Collapse Before the Comeback
Earlier in the game, Punjab Kings also struggled with the bat. Despite a quick start from Prabhsimran Singh (30 off 15) and Priyansh Arya (22 off 12), their batting collapsed with Harshit Rana taking 3 key wickets. Captain Shreyas Iyer was dismissed for a duck, and overseas stars Josh Inglis (2) and Glenn Maxwell (7) failed to contribute.
The lower order, including Shashank Singh (18) and Bartlett (11), helped PBKS reach a total of 111 runs, which eventually turned out to be a match-winning score.
KKR’s Shocking Collapse in Run Chase
Despite chasing a small target, KKR faltered badly. Openers Sunil Narine and Quinton de Kock fell within the first two overs. Although Rahane and Raghuvanshi rebuilt the innings, the collapse started after their dismissal.
Glenn Maxwell trapped Venkatesh Iyer LBW, and Chahal’s double strike in the 12th over turned the game. Even Russell’s late attempts couldn’t save the team as he was eventually dismissed by Jansen.
PBKS Creates IPL Record – Lowest Total Successfully Defended
With this win, Punjab Kings have now registered the lowest total ever defended in IPL history (111 runs), surpassing all previous records and delivering a thrilling reminder that in T20 cricket, anything is possible.
Match Summary – PBKS vs KKR Today
- Match Winner: Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- PBKS Score: 111 all out (19.3 overs)
- KKR Score: 95 all out (18.5 overs)
- Top Performer (Bowling): Yuzvendra Chahal – 4/28
- Top Performer (Batting): Angkrish Raghuvanshi – 37 (28)
- Venue: Mullanpur Stadium
