- Punjab Kings (PBKS): 111 all out (Prabhsimran 30, Arya 22, Rana 3/25, Narine 2/14, Varun 2/21)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 95 all out (Raghuvanshi 37, Chahal 4/28, Jansen 3/17)
- PBKS won by 16 runs
Player of the Match:
- Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS) – 4/28
Match Summary:
- In a thrilling contest, Punjab Kings defended the lowest total in IPL history, posting just 111 runs, before bowling out Kolkata Knight Riders for 95 to win by 16 runs.
- At 62/2, KKR were favorites to win but Chahal’s stunning four-wicket haul triggered a dramatic collapse, with KKR losing their last eight wickets for just 33 runs.
- Arshdeep Singh and Marco Jansen applied pressure with short-pitch bowling to seal the victory for PBKS.
Key Performers:
- Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS): Chahal’s four wickets, including those of key players Rahane and Raghuvanshi, helped PBKS turn the game around.
- Marco Jansen (PBKS): Jansen’s pace and bounce were crucial, taking 3 wickets and keeping the pressure on KKR.
- Raghuvanshi (KKR): Top-scored for KKR with a fighting 37, but could not save his team from the collapse.
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