The heat is on as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 22 of TATA IPL 2025 at the Mullanpur Stadium. CSK have lost three games in a row and will be banking on their skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad to deliver with the bat.
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Match: Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings
Match No.: 22
Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh
Captain to Watch: Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings)
With the team in need of a comeback, Ruturaj’s role becomes even more critical—especially against a PBKS side that has had the upper hand in recent years.
Ruturaj Gaikwad vs PBKS – IPL Record
Ruturaj has had consistent success against Punjab Kings across seasons, often anchoring CSK’s innings.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Runs | 242 |
| Span | 2020-2025 |
| Mat | 9 |
| Inns | 9 |
| NO | 1 |
| HS | 62* |
| Ave | 30.25 |
| BF | 213 |
| SR | 113.61 |
| 100 | 0 |
| 50 | 2 |
| 0 | 0 |
| 4s | 24 |
| 6s | 5 |
Expert View:
Ruturaj Gaikwad has scored at a steady average of 30.25 vs PBKS and has never been dismissed for a duck against them. He knows how to build innings and can be a key figure at the top of the order once again tonight.
Know More:- PBKS vs CSK Head to Head
Ruturaj at Mullanpur Stadium – T20 Records
The Mullanpur venue has been a happy hunting ground for Ruturaj, especially highlighted by a century here in T20s.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Mat | 6 |
| Span | 2022-2025 |
| Runs | 148 |
| HS | 114 |
| Bat Av | 29.6 |
| 100 | 1 |
| Ct | 1 |
| St | 3 |
Expert Note:
Ruturaj’s memorable 114-run knock at this ground proves he’s well-equipped to tackle this surface. While most of his success has come in domestic T20s, this familiarity with the venue could play a big role in tonight’s game.
CSK needs a big performance to break their losing streak, and Ruturaj Gaikwad is the man who can set the tone. With good records against PBKS and proven performance at Mullanpur, the CSK captain might just rise to the occasion and lead from the front.
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