Getting to the IPL 2025 final hasn’t been easy for the PBKS Punjab Kings, yet they kept going with great action, standout plays and key moments that helped them win.
1. Shreyas Iyer produces a match-winning knock in Qualifier 2
PBKS’s campaign reached its highest point in the decisive Qualifier 2 facing Mumbai Indians. Under pressure from a huge score, skipper Shreyas Iyer shined with an outstanding 87 not out which he hit from just 41 balls and included eight magnificent sixes. How Punjab kept alive its chances of a win despite losing quick wickets was because of his concentration and strong strokeplay. With a big six, Iyer made sure to give PBKS an IPL final berth for the first time in ten years.
2. Nehal Wadhera’s important assistance at PBKS
Iyer’s planning was excellent, but Nehal Wadhera, scoring 48 off 29 balls, really proved to be the key. Because of Wadhera’s shots, boundaries were found just when the required run rate threatened to go up, preventing tension during such runs.
3. The Grit that forms in Bowling Unit
Earlier on, the PBKS bowling team put up a strong performance after the rain caused a break. Two wickets for Azmatullah Omarzai were key and Chahal, Jamieson, Stoinis and Vyshak all played a part in MI being limited to 203 despite a big stand between Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma.
4. Recovering after Setbacks at PBKS
Beating RCB was extra good for PBKS given that they had lost dismally to the same team in the Qualifier. Being able to cooperate, believe in their leaders and perform under pressure is the main factor in the team’s progress.
Reaching these important matches, Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers have arranged for a first-time IPL final and the opportunity to win their titles.
