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‘Playing not to impress’: Shreyas Iyer after CSK vs PBKS IPL match | Cricket News
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‘Playing not to impress’: Shreyas Iyer after CSK vs PBKS IPL match | Cricket News


'Playing not to impress': Shreyas Iyer after CSK vs PBKS IPL match
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NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings continued their strong start in IPL 2026 with a five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings, thanks to a captain’s knock from Shreyas Iyer and a solid team effort. Chasing a big target of 210, PBKS stayed calm under pressure and got over the line with eight balls to spare, handing CSK their second straight loss.CSK had earlier posted 209/5 after being put in to bat. Young Ayush Mhatre led the charge with an impressive 73, while Sarfaraz Khan and Shivam Dube added quick runs towards the end to push the total past 200.

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A key partnership between Mhatre and Ruturaj Gaikwad helped build the innings, though PBKS pulled things back with timely wickets.In reply, Punjab got off to a flying start with Priyansh Arya smashing 39 off just 11 balls. Prabhsimran Singh and Cooper Connolly chipped in with useful contributions, keeping the chase on track. When pressure built, skipper Shreyas Iyer stepped up, scoring a composed half-century and controlling the game with smart shot selection. Later, Shashank Singh and Marcus Stoinis finished the job comfortably.

‘Playing to impress each other’

After the match, Iyer revealed the team’s mindset, adding, “Well, it’s not planned, honestly speaking, but we’ve just decided in the dressing room that whatever happens, we are going to play a brand of cricket which is to impress each other, not others outside.”He praised the strong start, saying, “Priyansh and Prab doing the job at the start… it’s phenomenal to see them giving us that start and it stabilizes the rhythm for us.”On Arya’s explosive innings, he added, “Absolutely. I mean, getting 39 out of 11 balls, that’s the start we require, especially when you’re chasing 208.”Explaining his bowling choices, Iyer said, “And usually we know how impressive he is over the years. And he’s probably one of the best bowlers in the IPL so far. So whenever I’m in doubt, I do that.”Punjab’s clear mindset and teamwork have now put them at the top of the table.



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Maharashtra Security Force jawan arrested in forex delivery boy abduction and robbery case in Mumbai | Mumbai News
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Maharashtra Security Force jawan arrested in forex delivery boy abduction and robbery case in Mumbai | Mumbai News


Mumbai: A Maharashtra Security Force (MSF) jawan, Sagar Wagh, was arrested on Friday for allegedly abducting and robbing a forex delivery boy, in connivance with four others, including two police constables.Police said that on March 25, Sumit Ambavekar (30) had gone to Juhu to deliver foreign currency to a client when he was intercepted by five men, including constable Sandeep Shinde (33) of Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) police station, constable Gajendra Rajput (40) of Jogeshwari police station, and Wagh. The accused allegedly forced Ambavekar into a car, drove to Dahisar, and robbed him of $10,000 and his Rs 15,000 monthly salary.Shinde was caught on the spot by Dahisar patrolling officers after they noticed a commotion involving the victim, while Rajput was nabbed two days later from his Thane residence. During interrogation, the duo revealed the whereabouts of Wagh, who was then apprehended. Shinde and Rajput have been suspended from the police force and a departmental inquiry has been initiated against them.“Shinde and Rajput flashed their Mumbai Police ID cards and made the victim tell his wife and mother on a video call that he would not come home at night as he is being taken to the police station,” said a Juhu police officer.In the FIR, Ambavekar, employed with a forex company in BKC, said: “I was sent to deliver US dollars to a client at JVPD Scheme. At 3.10pm, I reached the address and was speaking with the security guard, when suddenly, two men came from behind. One of them grabbed me from behind, and the other snatched my phone. I asked them, ‘What happened?’ One of them slapped me twice and said: ‘Sit in the car, I will tell you what to say’. After that, both of them grabbed me and made me sit in a car.“There were three other men already sitting in the car. “One of them frisked me and took $10,000 from one of the pockets in my trousers. The men threatened me and switched off my phone. One of the men in the back seat took my bag and pocketed Rs 15,000 that belonged to me,” said Ambavekar in his complaint.The accused interrogated Ambavekar about his family, his company and its staff and told the man driving the car to go to Borivli Crime Branch Unit. When they reached Goregaon along the Western Express Highway, they stopped for juice and water. “They again stopped the car near the traffic police checkpost under the highway bridge in Kandivli. Shinde and Rajput flashed their police identity cards to the victim. They said that the three other men were also police. Then Shinde asked Ambavekar, ‘How many cases do you have against him? Do you want to increase the cases? Will your wife bail you out?’,” said a police officer.“At 5pm, they stopped near the Hanuman Mandir on the highway, after taking a U-turn from under Dahisar Metro station. Shinde then asked Ambavekar to bring the currency documents and his boss to the Dahisar unit the next day. When Ambavekar asked to return the currency or take him to the police station, they started to leave in an autorickshaw. An argument broke out between Shinde and Ambavekar, when the latter took their photographs on his mobile. People caught Shinde as he assaulted Ambavekar, who then called Dahisar police,” the FIR stated. Shinde was caught, but the remaining four accused managed to flee.Juhu police are now on the lookout for the remaining two accused.



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Mumbai police book doctor linked with man who impersonated IAS officer in Union home minister Amit Shah’s office | Mumbai News
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Mumbai police book doctor linked with man who impersonated IAS officer in Union home minister Amit Shah’s office | Mumbai News


Mumbai: Nearly a month after the city crime branch arrested a Navi Mumbai resident who allegedly impersonated an IAS officer attached to the office of Union home minister Amit Shah and attempted to influence a police officer during the execution of an arrest warrant against a female doctor in a cheque-bounce case, they booked the medical practitioner.“We have served a notice to Dr Asmita Sarang, who lives in Grant Road, under the provisions of BNSS, when an arrest is not required for offences punishable with less than seven years,” said a senior police officer.Police are also probing if the arrested accused, Mohammed Munir Pathan (42) from Vashi, had tried to influence two deputy police commissioners (DCPs) in the registration of an FIR in an unrelated case.“From his call detail reports, it was learnt that Pathan was in touch with two DCPs and an FIR of cheating has also been registered in an unrelated case. It is not clear whether Pathan impersonated Shah’s PS and influenced one of the DCPs to register a separate FIR or the FIR was registered in a natural course,” said the senior officer.Crime branch officers also found a company registered in the names of Pathan and Dr Sarang, which is being probed.In March, Hanumantu Raju, attached to Connaught Place police station in Delhi, had come to Mumbai to execute a bailable warrant issued against Dr Sarang in a cheque dishonour case. Shortly after Raju contacted the doctor, he allegedly received a threat call from the impersonator. During the probe, it transpired that Pathan had allegedly posed as “IAS officer Pawan Kumar Yadav, PS to Amit Shah” and called the Delhi police constable, pressuring him not to take action against Dr Sarang. Police found that Pathan had allegedly procured the SIM card using an acquaintance’s identity to whom he paid Rs 3,000.Following a complaint, the case was transferred to the crime intelligence unit of the Mumbai Crime Branch. Pathan was traced and arrested under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Samhita for cheating and impersonation as well as under the Information Technology Act.



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Congress starts online interviews to pick Baramati candidate against Sunetra | Mumbai News
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Congress starts online interviews to pick Baramati candidate against Sunetra | Mumbai News


Pune/Mumbai: Congress has staked its claim to the Pawar family’s traditional seat of Baramati after the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) made it clear that it will not field a candidate against deputy chief minister Sunetra Pawar for the April 23 bypoll. Sunetra Pawar, who is the NCP president, will file her nomination on April 6 for the bye-election, party sources said on Friday.Congress state chief Harshwardhan Sapkal on Thursday held online interviews with the aspirants for the Baramati seat. “We have received six applications for Baramati and four for the Rahuri seat so far. If NCP (SP) is not contesting these seats, our party will, and we are firm about it,” he said.The bypoll was necessitated by the death of Pawar’s husband Ajit Pawar, who was the deputy chief minister at the time, in a plane crash on Jan 28.Sunetra Pawar is currently a Rajya Sabha member. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde are expected to be present when she files her nomination papers, NCP sources said.Ajit Pawar was an eight-time MLA from home turf Baramati.Senior BJP member Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Friday made an emotional appeal to Congress, claiming that late Ajit Pawar was a long-time colleague of the Congress and respecting the relation, the party should not put up a candidate against his wife, Sunetra.He said, “Nearly 75% of Ajit Pawar’s political career was associated with the Congress. I appeal to its leadership for consideration and not put up any candidate in Baramati. We have no problems if they nominate a candidate for the Rahuri seat but our appeal to all parties is to help Sunetra win unopposed.” BJP MLA Shivajirao Kardile passed away last Oct, necessitating the bypoll for the Rahuri assembly seat. NCP (SP), which had contested the Baramati seat against Ajit Pawar in the 2024 assembly poll, announced that it will not put up a candidate this time. Its members are not happy with the Congress’s stand to contest the bypoll in Baramati.Shiv Sena (UBT), the other MVA partner, said that the alliance partners will take a call on contesting the bypoll but did not object to Congress’s preparations. (With PTI inputs)



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Five Indians among 12 injured by Iranian missile debris in Abu Dhabi
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At least 12 people, including five Indian nationals, were injured in Abu Dhabi on Friday after falling debris landed following the interception of an attack, according to the government media office.The incident took place in the Ajban area, where shrapnel from an Iranian missile interception caused injuries to residents.

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The Abu Dhabi Media Office said the incident “resulted in minor to moderate injuries sustained by 6 individuals of Nepali nationality and 5 individuals of Indian nationality, and one major injury sustained by an individual of Nepali nationality,” in a post on X.Churches in the UAE also announced they will be closed over Easter Sunday due to orders from the government as the conflict continued.The latest developments follow a warning posted by the Revolutionary Guard on a Guard-affiliated Telegram channel, which declared 18 US tech companies to be “legitimate targets” over their alleged involvement in American and Israeli strikes on Iranian soil.“From now on, for every assassination, an American company will be destroyed,” the post read.The Guard also said attacks would begin at 8.00 pm Tehran time on Wednesday and warned employees at those companies to immediately vacate their workplaces to protect their lives.The growing threat has added to fears over the security of Gulf energy infrastructure and the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas transits in peacetime.



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‘Spinners’ off day cost us’: CSK captain throws Rahul Chahar and Noor Ahmad under the bus after loss to PBKS | Cricket News
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‘Spinners’ off day cost us’: CSK captain throws Rahul Chahar and Noor Ahmad under the bus after loss to PBKS | Cricket News


'Spinners' off day cost us': CSK captain throws Rahul Chahar and Noor Ahmad under the bus after loss to PBKS

Ruturaj Gaikwad blamed his spinners for Chennai Super Kings’ five-wicket loss to Punjab Kings in their IPL match on Friday, saying an off day from them hurt the team despite a strong total on the board.Chennai Super Kings posted 209 for 5, with Ayush Mhatre scoring 73 off 43 balls. But Punjab Kings chased down the target in 18.4 overs, led by captain Shreyas Iyer, who made 50.After the match, Gaikwad pointed to the performance of his spinners, Noor Ahmad and Rahul Chahar, as a key factor in the defeat. Chennai had seam options like Gurjapneet Singh and Jamie Overton available as impact substitutes but chose to bring in Chahar.“We felt we had three seamers going in, and obviously we have two good wrist spinners (Noor Ahmad and Rahul Chahar) bowling in tandem, especially in the middle after the powerplay. We felt that, you know, it will help,” said Gaikwad.“But I think, you know, slight off day for both of them. So, I think, that is what cost us. Sometimes we executed really well. Sometimes we just didn’t execute at the right time,” he added.He said the team could not build pressure in the middle overs.“There was a point when it (required run-rate) went to 11, and a couple of good overs would have taken it to 12-13. We just did not get momentum in the middle (with the ball).”Gaikwad added that the batting had positives, with contributions from Mhatre and Shivam Dube, but said the bowling needs to improve.Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer said the start given by openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh played a big role in the chase.“The way we started today, that was an exceptional start for us. I feel the way they (Arya and Prabhsimran) have been batting has been phenomenal and it stabilises the rhythm for us,” Iyer said.“I am glad everyone is getting to bat. It gives immense confidence to the team. Whenever we are in a pressure situation, people are aware on how to handle it. We just decided in the dressing room, we will play a brand of cricket to impress each other — that gives us a certain sort of clarity, and basically challenging each other.”In the chase, Iyer’s 50 off 29 balls and his 59-run stand with Nehal Wadhera helped Punjab reach 210 for five. The target was 209.Punjab also got contributions from Priyansh Arya (39 off 11), Prabhsimran Singh (43 off 34) and Cooper Connolly (36 off 22).Iyer started slowly, scoring 8 off 9 balls while Connolly took charge. After Connolly fell to Anshul Kamboj, Iyer took control and targeted the spinners. He reached his fifty in 26 balls but was later dismissed by Kamboj while going after a wide delivery.Punjab completed the chase in 18.4 overs, handing Chennai their second loss in a row.



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MeT forecasts heavy rains in Kashmir plains, snowfall in higher reaches | India News
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MeT forecasts heavy rains in Kashmir plains, snowfall in higher reaches

SRINAGAR: The meteorological department has forecast widespread rain, gusty winds and also snowfall at some places in Jammu and Kashmir over the next 36 hours due to strong western disturbance, even as heavy rains flooded roads in Srinagar on Friday.Authorities have issued an advisory urging residents to avoid non-essential travel and follow safety precautions, especially in Srinagar.On Friday, higher reaches of Kashmir, including Mughal Road in Shopian and Sadhna Top in Kupwara, received fresh snowfall, while Srinagar and other districts saw heavy rains which flooded roads, making the movement of people and vehicles difficult. Officials said five road accidents were reported due to slippery roads.The MeT forecast said “erratic weather conditions” are likely to continue till April 10.On April 4, the weather is expected to remain cloudy, with moderate to heavy rainfall in the plains and snowfall in higher reaches in J&K. On April 5 and April 6, though the weather will remain cloudy, light rainfall is expected at isolated places.The district administration in Srinagar has issued a public advisory, warning of inclement weather and wind speeds of 40–50 kmph till the evening of April 4. “The general public of district Srinagar is hereby advised to avoid unnecessary movement on roads except in cases of absolute necessity,” the advisory said.“Tourists, local shikara operators, and others around Dal Lake, Jhelum River and other water bodies are strictly advised not to venture out or operate without verifying prevailing conditions and safety status,” the advisory said.The administration also asked miners and others working near water bodies to exercise caution and avoid risk-prone activities near water bodies. Authorities have urged people to remain vigilant, take necessary precautions, and cooperate with officials to ensure safety during the adverse weather period.



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‘IB schools must shed island approach, engage locally’ | Mumbai News
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‘IB schools must shed island approach, engage locally’ | Mumbai News


Mumbai: International schools must move beyond an “island-like” approach and engage more closely with local communities, said Olli-Pekka Heinonen, director general of the International Baccalaureate education board, amid criticism that IB students lack connection with their immediate social and cultural contexts. Speaking to TOI on the sidelines of a summit marking 50 years of IB in India recently, Heinonen said schools have a responsibility to build stronger links with the communities they operate in. “International schools operate within an island and need to engage with the community they are from and need to be responsible for them,” he said. On the shutdown of a BMC-run IB school in Vile Parle, Heinonen clarified that the decision was not taken by the IB, adding that the school was close to securing affiliation. “The shutdown of the government school was not our decision. The school was very close to gaining affiliation and we were very disappointed that it will not be continuing,” he said, adding that high costs of affiliation were cited by the BMC as one of the reasons for the school being shut down. Addressing the viability of IB in public education, he pointed to global examples, noting that Japan has over 200 government IB schools while Greece has recently added 13 government-run institutions. “There is a viable model for public education within the IB framework,” he said. On India’s transition from rote learning to competency-based education across all boards, Heinonen emphasised that reform must begin with teachers. He said teacher training should be the top priority, with educators needing to shift from traditional instruction to facilitating inquiry in classrooms. “Studies and research have shown that teachers learn best from other teachers, so there needs to be an exchange of best practices regularly,” said Heinonen.He also called for greater autonomy for educators, stressing the need to blend local teaching practices, cultural contexts with international pedagogies to make learning more effective.



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Horoscope Today: Daily astrological predictions for April 4, 2026
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Horoscope Today: Daily astrological predictions for April 4, 2026


Horoscope Today: Daily astrological predictions for April 4, 2026

Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for April 4, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the day ahead. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you today.Aries:Today may not be a favorable day for you. You may be affected by negative thoughts and feel impatient. Your arrogance may hold you back from making important decisions. You may feel stuck in life. You mayneed the blessings of your elders, which can help you overcome difficult situations. Avoid investing inunproductive assets. Love birds should avoid discussing trivial matters.Taurus:Today, at the beginning of the day, you may struggle to focus on your work. However, with the blessingsof your elders, you will be able to handle the situation. You may find the resources needed to completeyour projects. Your sources of income may increase, and losses may turn into profits, improving yourfinancial health.Gemini:Today, you may receive a big order from a new client, which will improve your business liquidity. You arelikely to meet an influential person who may help you grow your business. Your bond with your bossmay strengthen, and you may receive a promotion due to your hard work. Your social prestige may alsoincrease.Cancer:Today, you are blessed by your elders, which may bring patience to your thought process. You are likelyto feel calm and happy. You may plan to visit a spiritual place for peace of mind. You may also donate toa religious cause. There are chances of overseas travel.Leo:Today, you may feel dull and may experience some health issues that could affect your daily work. Youmay feel anxious due to unknown fears, making you sensitive and emotional. Avoid rash driving andadventurous activities. You may feel drawn toward occult subjects. Visiting a religious place, chantingmantras, or praying may bring relief.Virgo:Today, you may enjoy time with your family. You may share romantic moments with your spouse,strengthening your relationship. You may spend money on artefacts or household items to renovateyour home. You may also attend parties or events. It is advised to read documents carefully beforemaking investments in fixed assets.Libra:Today, you may feel happy and energetic. You may engage in self-exploration and analysis, which willboost your confidence and help you face challenges with courage. It is advised to remain patient whilemaking financial decisions in business. Love birds may enjoy happy moments together.Scorpio:Today is a good day for you. Your enthusiasm may be high, but you need to keep it balanced. Self-analysis will help boost your confidence and enhance your social prestige. You may resolve manyproblems through effective communication. Investors are advised to avoid speculation. You may alsoplan for higher studies to advance your career.Sagittarius:Today, you may not fully enjoy your work or family life. It is advised to avoid arrogance and ego in yourrelationship with your spouse, as it may affect emotional bonding. Issues in partnerships may getresolved. Singles should avoid rushing into decisions regarding marriage. With patience, you willovercome current challenges.Capricorn:Today, you may successfully implement your business plans with the support of your subordinates. Youmay attend social or family gatherings, which will help expand your network. You may also plan shortbusiness-related trips that could bring benefits in the near future.Aquarius:Today is a good day for you. Your financial condition may remain strong. You may gain from pastinvestments. You will be able to control unnecessary spending, which will improve your savings. Lovebirds are advised to communicate politely to avoid misunderstandings.Pisces:Today, you may be busy with matters related to siblings and relatives. You may plan to start a newventure with the help of your network. You may receive an order that could boost your family business.Your connections may help you complete tasks successfully. Some gains are likely with minimal effort.



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CSK vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer shines as Punjab Kings beat CSK by five wickets
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CSK vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer shines as Punjab Kings beat CSK by five wickets



CSK vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Punjab Kings (PBKS) won the toss and opted to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in both teams’ second match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.

After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer said he chose to bowl first because the pitch looked fresh and he wanted to assess its behaviour early. He added that PBKS are confident due to their strong lineup and momentum from the previous match, while also acknowledging CSK as a consistently strong side, and emphasised focusing on playing their best cricket.

“I feel the wicket is fresh. It would be a great thing to know how the wicket is going to play. So, based on those, I’ve taken this decision. (About their recent record against CSK) It gives us immense confidence considering the line-up that we have. Also, the motivation we got from the last game, definitely we’ll rub on today. They also have a tremendous team who have been playing consistently great cricket over the years. So, we just want to play to the best of our abilities and see to it that we put the best foot forward today,” Iyer said at the toss presentation.

PBKS are coming off a three-wicket victory against the Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 campaign opener. In that match, Cooper Connolly, who was playing his first-ever IPL match, scored an impressive unbeaten 72 in what was a tricky chase. PBKS will aim to continue the winning momentum and register their second consecutive win.

CSK, on the other hand, received a proper drubbing at the hands of Rajasthan Royals in their first match of the ongoing tournament. After CSK posted a meagre 127 on the board batting first, Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blasted a 17-ball 52 to take his side over the line in just 12.1 overs, handing CSK an eight-wicket defeat. The Ruturaj Gaikwad-led side will look to rebound after the heavy loss and get their first points in the IPL 2026.

CSK’s young batting had a tough outing on a lively Guwahati track, but come Chennai they might be at ease slightly with better batting conditions, while PBKS they will ride on the fact that they have won their last three fixtures at this venue and with likes of Cooper Connelly firing, PBKS will be looking to make it four in a row.

CSK endured a disappointing campaign in IPL 2025, finishing at the bottom of the table, and would have aimed for a fresh start this year. However, their campaign began on a poor note as they suffered a heavy defeat to the Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. After being bowled out for just 127 in 19.4 overs, CSK saw Rajasthan chase down the target comfortably in only 12.1 overs, losing just two wickets.

In contrast, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) opened their season with a hard-fought win against the Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur. Led by Shreyas Iyer, PBKS restricted their opponents to 162/6 on a challenging pitch. Despite a shaky middle-order performance, Punjab managed to cross the finish line in 19.1 overs with three wickets in hand.

Punjab Kings have enjoyed the upper hand in recent meetings between the two sides, winning six of their last seven encounters against CSK. That said, the overall head-to-head record remains perfectly balanced, with both teams winning 16 matches each out of 32 played. CSK had claimed victory in their first-ever clash back in April 2008, while PBKS emerged victorious in their most recent meeting in April 2025.



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