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Date: 16-apr-2025
On April 15, 2025, the IPL delivered one of its most thrilling low-scoring contests as Punjab Kings (PBKS) pulled off a sensational 16-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. The win marked a historic moment, with PBKS defending the lowest total ever in IPL history — just 111 runs.
After being asked to bat first, Punjab Kings were bundled out for a mere 111 runs in just 15.3 overs. Opener Prabhsimran Singh provided the only real resistance, scoring a quick-fire 30 off 15 balls. The rest of the batting lineup faltered under relentless pressure from KKR’s bowlers.
KKR’s bowlers were clinical, with Harshit Rana leading the charge with figures of 3/25. He was well-supported by Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, both of whom picked up 2 wickets each while conceding just 14 runs apiece.
Despite the low target, Kolkata Knight Riders’ chase turned into a nightmare. Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s composed 37 off 30 balls gave them a strong foundation, but a mid-innings collapse saw KKR lose 8 wickets for just 33 runs.
PBKS’ spinners, led by Yuzvendra Chahal and supported by Marco Jansen, capitalized on the slow pitch conditions, dismantling KKR's batting lineup in just 15.1 overs.
This match now holds the IPL record for the **lowest total ever successfully defended**, surpassing the previous record of 116. It showcased how disciplined bowling and pressure in the field can turn even modest totals into match-winning scores.
Punjab Kings captain Shikhar Dhawan praised the team's fightback, saying, “We believed in our bowling unit. We wanted to stay aggressive and focused. This win will go down as one of our proudest moments.”
The victory boosts PBKS’ position on the points table and highlights their potential as serious playoff contenders. Meanwhile, KKR will need to regroup quickly and address middle-order inconsistencies as they eye their next fixture.
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