PBKS vs KKR Low Scoring Match IPL 2025

April 15, 2025, saw one of the most incredible turnarounds in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. Punjab Kings (PBKS), facing Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur, pulled off a jaw-dropping 16-run win after being dismissed for just 111 runs in their first innings. This now goes down as the lowest total ever defended successfully in IPL history.

PBKS Batting Collapse – From 39/0 to 111 All Out

After choosing to bat first, PBKS got off to a flying start. Openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh smashed early boundaries and raced to 39 in just 3.2 overs. But the momentum didn’t last long. KKR’s pacer Harshit Rana turned the game on its head, removing Prabhsimran and triggering a shocking collapse.

Despite a short resistance from Shashank Singh, PBKS kept losing wickets at regular intervals. From 39/0, they slipped to 111 all out in just 15.3 overs, with only four batsmen reaching double figures. Harshit Rana finished with figures of 3/24 and was KKR’s standout bowler.

KKR’s Chase Falters – PBKS Bowlers Shine Bright

Chasing what looked like a straightforward target of 112, KKR started disastrously. Sunil Narine and Quinton de Kock were dismissed within the first two overs, courtesy of disciplined spells by Marco Jansen and Xavier Bartlett.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi fought back with a quick 37, but PBKS bowlers kept striking at key moments. The game-changing spell came from Yuzvendra Chahal, who picked up 4 vital wickets, including Rinku Singh, derailing KKR’s chase completely.

Even a late push from Andre Russell couldn’t save KKR. They were eventually bowled out for 95 in 15.1 overs, giving PBKS a win that will be remembered for ages.

TOP Performers of PBKS vs KKR Low Scoring Match IPL 2025

• Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS): 4 wickets, a match-winning spell under pressure.
• Harshit Rana (KKR): 3/24, tore through PBKS’s top order.
• Angkrish Raghuvanshi (KKR): 37 runs, lone warrior in the chase.
• Shashank Singh (PBKS): Vital lower-order knock that helped PBKS cross 100.

Record-Breaking Win for PBKS

This game will go down in IPL history books as the lowest total ever defended in the tournament. The previous record was held by CSK (116 vs KXIP in 2009), but PBKS rewrote history with heart, grit, and disciplined bowling.

What’s Next?

This win gives Punjab Kings a massive morale boost in their IPL 2025 campaign. Their ability to defend a total like 111 sends a clear message to all teams – they’re never out of the game. For KKR, the loss will sting, especially given the batting depth they possess. They’ll need to regroup quickly and fix their middle-order issues before the next clash.

Updated IPL 2025 Point Table

Rank	Team	Matches Played	Wins	Losses	Points	Net Run Rate

1

Gujarat Titans (GT)

6

4

2

8

+1.081

2

Delhi Capitals (DC)

5

4

1

8

+0.899

3

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

6

4

2

8

+0.672

4

Punjab Kings (PBKS)

7

4

3

8

+0.172

5

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

7

4

3

8

+0.086

6

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

7

3

4

6

+0.547

7

Mumbai Indians (MI)

6

2

4

4

+0.104

8

Rajasthan Royals (RR)

6

2

4

4

-0.838

9

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

6

2

4

4

-1.245

10

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

7

2

5

4

-1.276

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