Yuzvendra Chahal Claims Second IPL Hat-Trick, Dismantles CSK with Four Wickets in One Over

Chennai, May 1, 2025 In a breathtaking display of leg-spin mastery, Punjab Kings’ star bowler Yuzvendra Chahal secured his second Indian Premier League (IPL) hat-trick on Wednesday, dismantling the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting order in a single over at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium.

This performance not only marks the first hat-trick of IPL 2025 but also reaffirms Chahal’s reputation as one of the most lethal spinners in the league’s history. His hat-trick came in the 19th over, where he scalped four wickets, including that of CSK legend MS Dhoni.

Chahal’s Magical 19th Over: Four Wickets, One Over

Chahal’s spell turned the tide dramatically in Punjab’s favour. Bowling the 19th over of the CSK innings, he first dismissed MS Dhoni on the second delivery. What followed was pure cricketing brilliance:

• Ball 4: Deepak Hooda was caught attempting a lofted shot.

• Ball 5: Anshul Kamboj was clean bowled.

• Ball 6: Noor Ahmad fell victim while trying to clear the boundary.

With this, Chahal completed his second career IPL hat-trick, the first being in 2022 for Rajasthan Royals against Kolkata Knight Riders. His final figures stood at 3 overs, 32 runs, 4 wickets, all of which came in a single over.

Chahal Joins Elite Club with Second Hat-Trick

Yuzvendra Chahal now joins the elite list of IPL bowlers with multiple hat-tricks, a feat previously achieved by Yuvraj Singh (2) and Amit Mishra (3). Notably, Chahal becomes the fourth Punjab Kings player to register a hat-trick for the franchise, following Yuvraj Singh (2), Axar Patel, and Sam Curran.

CSK Collapse After Chahal’s Onslaught

CSK were cruising before the 19th over, but Chahal’s over left them reeling. His wickets included:

• MS Dhoni (11)

• Deepak Hooda (2)

• Anshul Kamboj (0)

• Noor Ahmad (0)

CSK’s innings concluded at 190 runs, with Arshdeep Singh claiming the final wicket of Shivam Dube (11) in the 20th over.

IPL 2025’s First Hat-Trick: A Statement Performance

This performance is Chahal’s reminder of his continued relevance and dominance in T20 cricket. His ability to shift momentum in a single over demonstrates the strategic value of leg-spin in death overs. With the race for IPL 2025 playoffs heating up, this performance could be pivotal in Punjab Kings’ campaign.