IPL Bulletin For 1st May: Yuzvendra Chahal Claiming Historic Hattrick To CSK Crashing Out Of Play-Offs Contention

IPL Bulletin, 1st May: The race to the playoffs is heating up as the IPL 2025 enters its final stretch. From Shreyas Iyer's match-winning knock and Yuzvendra Chahal's magical hat-trick to MS Dhoni's spine-tingling reception at Chepauk, the yesterday match have delivered high drama and unforgettable moments.

While Punjab Kings kept their hopes alive with a crucial win over CSK-who now bow out of playoff contention-Rajasthan Royals gear up for their much-anticipated Pink Promise Match against Mumbai Indians tonight in Jaipur. Here's a quick roundup of all the top stories you need to know.

IPL Bulletin For 1st May — L-R: Yuzvendra Chahal and MS Dhoni, Photo: IPL

1) PBKS Beat CSK By 4 Wickets

On a hot evening in Chennai, Shreyas Iyer led Punjab Kings to a tense four-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in Match 49 of IPL 2025 with a superb 72 off 41 balls. CSK, after being put in to bat, posted 190 thanks to Sam Curran's explosive 84. Despite losing key wickets-including Iyer in the 18th over-Punjab stayed composed. Matheesha Pathirana's late strikes gave CSK hope, but Josh Inglis and Marco Jansen finished the chase with two balls to spare, securing Punjab's sixth win of the season.

2) Yuzvendra Chahal Takes Historic Hat-trick against CSK

Yuzvendra Chahal claimed his second IPL hat-trick during the IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings on Wednesday, April 30. The leg-spinner achieved the feat in the 19th over by dismissing Deepak Hooda, Anshul Kamboj, and Noor Ahmad in successive deliveries. Notably, earlier in the same over, Chahal had also removed MS Dhoni, making it a memorable spell that turned the tide in Punjab's favour.

3) With 8th Loss In IPL 2025 CSK Crash Out Of Play-Offs Race

Punjab's four-wicket win not only kept their playoff chances intact but also confirmed Chennai Super Kings' elimination from the race - making them the first team to bow out of IPL 2025, with still four league matches remaining.

4) Yuzvendra Chahal's Heroics With Ball Proves To Be Turning Point

The turning point of the match came in the 19th over of CSK's innings when Yuzvendra Chahal was reintroduced into the attack. After MS Dhoni hit him for a six off the first legal delivery, Chahal responded by dismissing Dhoni on the very next ball. He then followed up with a remarkable hat-trick, removing Deepak Hooda, Anshul Kamboj, and Noor Ahmad in three consecutive deliveries. This spell saw CSK collapse from a comfortable 184/5 to 190 all out, dramatically swinging the momentum in favor of Punjab Kings.

5) Sam Curran Emerges As Unsung Hero In Punjab's 4-Wicket Win

Walking in at 48 for 3, Sam Curran arrived at the crease with Chennai Super Kings in a spot of bother despite a decent start in the powerplay. Under the Chepauk lights, where the surface offered some assistance to the pacers, Curran adapted brilliantly. He crafted a blazing 88 off 47 deliveries, laced with seven boundaries and four towering sixes. More than just brute force, his knock was marked by smart shot selection and sharp game awareness. Partnering with Shivam Dube, who played the steady hand with a 58-ball 58, the duo stitched together a 124-run stand in just 58 balls, lifting CSK to a competitive total of 190.

6) Ravindra Jadeja Joins Elite Club Of Playing 250 Matches In IPL

In a league celebrated for creating icons and rewriting the history books, Ravindra Jadeja added another milestone to his illustrious career. During Tuesday night's clash against Punjab Kings, the Chennai Super Kings all-rounder reached a significant landmark, becoming just the fifth player in IPL history to appear in 250 matches. He now shares this rare feat with legends of the game - MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Dinesh Karthik.

7) MS Dhoni says 'Not Enough', CSK captain critical of batting after elimination from play-off race

Chennai Super Kings' playoff aspirations in IPL 2025 came crashing down following a four-wicket loss to Punjab Kings at Chepauk - a defeat that left captain MS Dhoni clearly disheartened, particularly by the team's batting display. Reflecting on the outcome during the post-match presentation, Dhoni was candid in his evaluation. "It was probably the best surface we've had this season, and while we finally managed to put up a decent total, I still believe we fell short by about 15 runs," he remarked. "It's tough on the batters, but in a game like this, we needed a bit more on the board."

8) MS Dhoni creates unimaginable Cheer as Decibel touches new Record

The MA Chidambaram Stadium transformed into a roaring sea of yellow as MS Dhoni stepped out to bat during Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2025 clash against Punjab Kings on April 30. The atmosphere was electric - a moment that sent chills down the spine of every fan present. As Dhoni made his iconic walk to the crease, the noise inside the ground hit an astonishing 124 decibels, rivaling the roar of a jet engine. But the true eruption came moments later. Off the very first ball he faced, the 42-year-old CSK legend hammered a boundary, sending the sound levels soaring even higher to a staggering 128 decibels. It wasn't just a shot - it was a deafening celebration only "Thala" could inspire in Chennai.

9) What is Pink Promise Match of Rajasthan Royals?

Rajasthan Royals will face Mumbai Indians on May 1 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur in the IPL 2025 "Pink Promise Match." This special fixture celebrates the Royals' commitment to empowering women in rural Rajasthan.

For the occasion, RR will sport a unique all-pink kit symbolizing support for women changemakers. Every six hit during the match will light up six homes in the Sambhar region through solar power. Additionally, ₹100 from each ticket sold and proceeds from the pink jersey sales will fund women-led development initiatives via the Royal Rajasthan Foundation.