In a thrilling encounter during IPL 2025, Preity Zinta’s Punjab Kings etched their name into the record books by successfully defending the lowest total in the history of the tournament.
Playing against Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders in Mullanpur on Tuesday, Punjab Kings were bowled out for just 111 runs in the 16th over. Despite the low score, their bowlers rose to the occasion with a brilliant display of discipline and precision.
Kolkata, chasing a modest target of 112, crumbled under pressure and were dismissed for just 95 runs in the 16th over, giving Punjab a 16-run victory. With this result, Punjab Kings set a new IPL record for defending the lowest total successfully, surpassing the previous record held by Chennai Super Kings, who defended 116 runs against Punjab in 2009.
The win was powered by leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who claimed 4 wickets, and fast bowler Marco Jansen, who took 3 wickets to dismantle Kolkata’s batting lineup.
Punjab Kings have now played 6 matches in IPL 2025, winning 4 and losing 2. They currently sit at fourth place on the points table with 8 points, making them strong contenders for the playoffs.
