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Mullanpur witnessed a captivating display of bowling prowess as Punjab Kings (PBKS)<\/strong> successfully defended a meagre total to clinch a remarkable 16-run victory against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)<\/strong> in Match 31 of the IPL 2025 season. Staged at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, the match saw PBKS bowled out for just 111, only to stage a brilliant fightback led by Yuzvendra Chahal<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Punjab Kings burst out of the blocks with aggressive intent. Openers Priyansh Arya<\/strong>, smashing 22 from just 12 deliveries, and Prabhsimran Singh<\/strong>, contributing a rapid 30 off 15 balls, forged an electrifying 42-run partnership. This initial onslaught hinted at a substantial total. However, the momentum shifted dramatically when KKR\u2019s Harshit Rana<\/strong> struck twice in the same over, dismissing both Arya and PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n This double blow triggered a precipitous collapse. The experienced spin duo of Varun Chakaravarthy<\/strong> and Sunil Narine<\/strong> capitalized effectively, applying relentless pressure and sharing four wickets between them. Rana continued his impressive spell, finishing with figures of 3 for 25. Amidst the tumbling wickets, only Shashank Singh<\/strong> offered some semblance of resistance with a score of 18, as Punjab Kings were eventually bundled out for 111 in just 15.3 overs<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Facing what seemed like a straightforward chase, Kolkata Knight Riders encountered immediate turbulence. Marco Jansen<\/strong> provided the early breakthrough for PBKS, removing the dangerous Narine. The introduction of Chahal proved decisive. The veteran leg-spinner delivered a masterclass, weaving a web around the KKR middle order and systematically dismantling their chase. Chahal concluded his mesmerizing four-over spell with outstanding figures of 4 for 28.<\/p>\n Despite a valiant effort from Angkrish Raghuvanshi<\/strong>, who top-scored with 37 off 28 balls, and a brief, aggressive cameo of 17 from Andre Russell<\/strong>, KKR failed to build any substantial partnerships. Glenn Maxwell<\/strong> bowled a highly economical spell, conceding only five runs in his two overs while crucially claiming Russell\u2019s wicket. Arshdeep Singh<\/strong> and Xavier Bartlett<\/strong> also chipped in with a wicket each, ensuring the pressure remained consistently high.<\/p>\n The Knight Riders were eventually dismissed for 95 in 15.1 overs, falling 16 runs short of the target in a stunning conclusion. Chahal was deservedly named Player of the Match for his game-changing performance, underscoring his vital role in PBKS\u2019 bowling attack and his reputation as one of the premier spinners in the tournament.<\/p>\n Also READ: IPL 2025 \u2013 Fans brutally roast Preity Zinta\u2019s Punjab Kings for their ugly collapse against KKR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Preity Zinta reaction after winning match#PreityZinta<\/a> #ipl<\/a> #KKRvPBKS<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/qPSwsXWTIL<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Abhishek Sharma\u2650 (@Abhishe_ksharma) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Happy Preity Zinta, Happy Me\ud83e\udd70\u2764\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/RbMXj5r16r<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Surya (@MsdianDhfm) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Preity Zinta’s happiness after the win. \u2764\ufe0f#PreityZinta<\/a> #PBKSvKKR<\/a> #IPL2025<\/a> #ShreyasIyer<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/UTHmLhZpzS<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 SAHIL NAGPAL (@Pavilionpulse) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Punjab kings Preity Zinta se hug aur parathe khane ke liye ..#PBKSvsKKR<\/a>#chahal<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/36kfWB6AES<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Abhishek (@Abhishek__0102) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Happiness by Preity Zinta when Punjab Kings defended the lowest total in IPL History \u2764\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/HREeKAwMnQ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Faruk (@uf2151593) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud83d\udea8 SHREYAS IYER DEFENDS THE LOWEST EVER TOTAL IN IPL HISTORY. \ud83d\udea8<\/p>\n Preity Zinta’s happiness after the win. \u2764\ufe0f#PBKSvKKR<\/a> #ShreyasIyer<\/a> #PreityZinta<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/xKWs90dhy2<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud835\udc08\ud835\udc0d\ud835\udc03\ud835\udc08\ud835\udc00\ud835\udc0d \ud835\udc0d\ud835\udc00\ud835\udc15\ud835\udc04\ud835\udc04\ud835\udc0d (@INDIAN__NAVEEN) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Happiness by Preity Zinta when Punjab Kings defended the lowest total in IPL History \u2764\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/l2byn9PW75<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n My absolute favourite #IPL<\/a> sight is a jubilant Preity Zinta. Go Kings go.<\/p>\n \u2014 Raja Sen (@RajaSen) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n preity zinta so happy after pbks win \ud83e\udd7a\ud83e\udd0d pic.twitter.com\/i9wyAHZWrs<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud801\ude5a (@sleepyxoxoheads) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n THE HAPPINESS OF PREITY ZINTA WHEN PUNJAB KINGS WON THE MATCH. pic.twitter.com\/ZPUE0nRQFp<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Punjab Kings owner Preity Zinta ma’am is VERY happy \ud83d\ude0a <\/p>\n Punjab Kings won the match. They defended just 111 runs.<\/p>\n What a brilliant match.\ud83d\ude0a\ud83d\ude0a pic.twitter.com\/lNcdoXx4PR<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Govind Muniya (@govindmuniya24) April 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nPunjab Kings creates history against Kolkata Knight Riders<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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