Who Won Yesterday's IPL Match 49? CSK vs PBKS, IPL 2025 on April 30: Punjab Kings Trump Super Kings in Chepauk Thriller

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Who Won Yesterday's IPL Match 49: In an electrifying showdown at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, the Punjab Kings edged out the Chennai Super Kings by four wickets in Match 49 of IPL 2025 on April 30.

The victory was a nerve-jangler, decided in the penultimate ball of the match, and it showcased the grit and nerve of Shreyas Iyer’s squad, who chased down a stiff 191-run target with just two balls to spare.

A superb innings from Iyer himself and some smart finishing touches from Josh Inglis and Marco Jansen saw the Kings home in what turned out to be a cracker of a contest. Despite a strong 88-run blitz from Sam Curran for CSK, it was PBKS who held their nerve at crucial junctures.

With a packed Chepauk crowd roaring at full tilt, the match swung like a pendulum until Yuzvendra Chahal's game-turning 19th over in the first innings turned the tide in Punjab’s favour. “The 19th over was massive. Chahal gave us the momentum and the belief,” said Iyer, who was also named Player of the Match for his sensational 72 off 41 balls.

Match Summary

• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Result: Punjab Kings won by 4 wickets
• Toss: Punjab Kings won the toss and opted to bowl
• Chennai Super Kings: 190 (19.2)
• Punjab Kings: 194/6 (19.4)

Captains

• Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni
• Punjab Kings: Shreyas Iyer

Chennai Super Kings Innings: 190 all out in 19.2 overs

CSK started their innings with flashes of aggression, with young Shaik Rasheed (11 off 12) and Ayush Mhatre (7) falling cheaply in the powerplay. Sam Curran then unleashed a stunning counterattack, hammering 88 off just 47 deliveries, including 9 boundaries and 4 sixes. He found some support from Shivam Dube, who contributed 66 from 66 balls in a stabilising knock.

However, the innings crumbled quickly in the final few overs. From 172/4, they lost six wickets for just 18 runs, with Chahal delivering a masterclass in the 19th over — removing Dhoni, Hooda, and Noor Ahmad in a span of four balls. The Super Kings, who looked set for a 200+ total, folded for 190.

• Most Runs for CSK: Sam Curran – 88 (47)
• Most Wickets for PBKS: Yuzvendra Chahal – 4/32 (3 overs)

Punjab Kings Innings: 194/6 in 19.4 overs

In reply, Punjab got off to a brisk start, thanks to Priyansh Arya (23 off 15) and Prabhsimran Singh (54 off 36). The Super Kings struck back through Noor Ahmad and Matheesha Pathirana, but Shreyas Iyer held the chase together with a classy 72. Even as wickets fell around him, Josh Inglis (6*) and Marco Jansen (4*) completed the job under pressure.

The defining moment came in the 19th over of CSK’s innings, where Chahal choked the run flow and bagged three crucial wickets. His spell reshaped the game and left CSK about 15–20 runs short on a pitch that was offering grip for the spinners.

• Most Runs for PBKS: Shreyas Iyer – 72 (41)
• Most Wickets for CSK: Matheesha Pathirana – 2/45 (4 overs)

CSK vs PBKS: IPL 2025 Award Winners

All award winners received ₹1 lakh each for their exceptional performances.

• Curvv Super Striker of the Match: Shashank Singh (PBKS) – Strike Rate: 191.7
• My11Circle Fantasy King of the Match: Sam Curran (CSK)
• Angel One Most Sixes: Sam Curran (CSK) – 4 sixes
• Rupay on the Go Fours: Sam Curran (CSK) – 9 fours
• TATA IPL Green Most Dot Balls: Marco Jansen (PBKS) – 13 dot balls
• Player of the Match: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)

Turning Point:

When the Chennai Super Kings were sitting pretty at 184/5 with MS Dhoni at the crease and a strong finish in sight, it looked like a 200-plus total was on the cards. But cricket, as they say, is a game of moments - and Yuzvendra Chahal provided one of the biggest of the season.

Brought in for the 19th over, Chahal turned the tide with a sensational spell of wrist-spin mastery. He dismissed Dhoni, Deepak Hooda and Noor Ahmad in the space of four balls, throwing CSK's batting line-up into utter disarray. The Super Kings, who were aiming for a flourish, crumbled instead, finishing on 190 all out.

That over didn't just slow down CSK - it flipped the entire momentum of the match. "That 19th over was the game-changer. Chahal spun gold," said Shreyas Iyer later. It's no surprise then that it's been dubbed the official turning point of the game.

Unsung Hero:

While the headlines may have gone to Shreyas Iyer and Yuzvendra Chahal, Sam Curran quietly delivered one of the most complete performances of the evening - and it nearly won CSK the match.

With the bat, he came in at a shaky 22/2 and unleashed a counterpunch that took PBKS by surprise. Curran hammered 88 runs off just 47 deliveries, including nine elegant boundaries and four massive sixes. It was a display of controlled aggression and class under pressure.

But he didn't stop there. Curran also bowled three tight overs for just 27 runs - not an easy task at the death in a high-scoring match - and was sharp in the field. Though CSK fell short, Curran's all-round brilliance was undeniable.

He may not have walked away with the Player of the Match medal, but his contribution was vital. Rightfully, he was named the Unsung Hero of the night - a silent warrior who gave his all for the yellow brigade.

Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings:

Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana

Impact Substitutes: Anshul Kamboj

Punjab Kings:

Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Suryansh Shedge, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh

Impact Substitutes: Prabhsimran Singh

With this victory, Punjab Kings have kept their playoff hopes alive and climbed a few rungs on the points table. For CSK, the loss is a wake-up call, especially concerning their death-over execution with both bat and ball. The thrilling contest was another reminder of how unpredictable and delightful the IPL can be — a high-octane night in Chennai that cricket fans won’t soon forget.