IPL 2025: Punjab Kings Script History with Lowest Total Ever Defended
The Forecast 11 months ago Sports
In a historic clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh, Punjab Kings stunned Kolkata Knight Riders by 16 runs, defending a modest 111—the lowest total ever successfully defended in IPL history. Chasing 112, Kolkata were bundled out for just 95 in 15.1 overs.
Punjab's hero was leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who dismantled the Kolkata batting lineup with a brilliant spell of 4 wickets, earning him the Player of the Match award. Earlier, Punjab opted to bat first but faltered, getting bowled out in 15.3 overs. Prabhsimran Singh stood out with a gritty 30. This extraordinary win sets a new IPL benchmark for resilience and tactical brilliance.
Tonight, the action continues as Delhi Capitals take on Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
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