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Punjab Kings Win Toss, Bowl First as CSK Face Elimination Threat

Glenn Maxwell ruled out for PBKS with a fractured finger; CSK retain unchanged XI in a must-win game at Chepauk.

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Chennai Super Kings became the first team to be ruled out of contention in the race for the IPL 2025 playoffs after a four-wicket defeat at home to Punjab Kings. The margin of defeat would've been much higher had PBKS not made a complete meal of chasing down six runs in the last two overs. 

Overview

  • Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer opted to bowl first after winning the toss at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
  • Glenn Maxwell is sidelined with a fractured finger, with Suryansh Shedge replacing him in the PBKS lineup.
  • Chennai Super Kings, led by MS Dhoni, field an unchanged XI as they fight to stay in the playoff race.
  • CSK sit at the bottom of the IPL 2025 table with only two wins from nine matches, needing a victory to avoid elimination.
  • The Chepauk pitch remains spin-friendly, with dew expected to aid chasing teams in the second innings.