PBKS at IPL Qualifiers and Finals: Punjab Kings are in the IPL 2025 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on June 3, 2025, at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, after beating Mumbai Indians by five wickets in Qualifier 2. This is their second IPL final, the first being in 2014 as Kings XI Punjab.
In this article, we have shared PBKS’s history in IPL qualifiers and finals, their 2025 form, key stats, and chances of winning their first IPL title. So let’s start.
PBKS at IPL Qualifiers and Finals – Playoff History
Punjab Kings have reached the IPL playoffs four times (2008, 2014, 2024, 2025), with only one final appearance before 2025. In 2008, as Kings XI Punjab, they lost the semi-final to Chennai Super Kings by nine wickets, scoring 112/8.
In 2014, they had their best run, topping the league with 11 wins in 14 games. They beat CSK by 24 runs in Qualifier 2, but lost the final to Kolkata Knight Riders by three wickets.
KKR chased 199, led by Manish Pandey’s 94, despite Wriddhiman Saha’s 115* for Punjab Kings. In 2024, they made the playoffs but didn’t reach the final.
In 2025, PBKS topped the league with nine wins and 21 points, but lost Qualifier 1 to RCB by eight wickets, scoring only 101. They bounced back in Qualifier 2, chasing 204 against MI, led by Shreyas Iyer’s 87* off 41.
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PBKS’ 2025 Form and Key Players
Punjab Kings’ 2025 season has been strong, with a +0.327 net run rate. Iyer’s leadership and 87* in Qualifier 2 show their chasing ability. Arshdeep Singh (18 wickets) and Yuzvendra Chahal (19 wickets) are their top bowlers.
However, their Qualifier 1 collapse (101 all out) highlights batting issues under pressure. PBKS’s spin trio (Chahal, Harpreet Brar, Glenn Maxwell) suits Ahmedabad’s pitch, which helps spinners.
Can PBKS Win the Final?
Punjab Kings face RCB, who crushed them in Qualifier 1. RCB’s Virat Kohli (614 runs) and Josh Hazlewood (21 wickets) are in top form. PBKS’s strength is their spin attack and Iyer’s form, but their batting needs consistency.
In 2014, they lost the final despite a strong season. RCB’s 4th final (2009, 2011, 2016) and chasing prowess (102 in 10 overs vs PBKS) give them a 60% win chance.
However, Punjab Kings’ Qualifier 2 chase shows they can handle pressure.
Prediction: RCB may win by 10-15 runs, but Punjab Kings could upset if Iyer and Chahal shine.
