Yuzvendra Chahal : In a dramatic twist at Chepauk, Punjab Kings‘ star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal lit up the IPL 2025 season with the first hat-trick of the tournament, cementing his status as one of the league’s deadliest bowlers.
Yuzvendra Chahal Takes First Hat-Trick of IPL 2025
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4 Wickets, 1 Over: Yuzvendra Chahal’s Game-Changer vs CSK
The moment came during the 19th over of the match against Chennai Super Kings, a crucial phase when CSK were looking to finish big. MS Dhoni began the over with a six—but what followed was pure carnage from Chahal.
- Ball 2: Dhoni dismissed
- Ball 4: Deepak Hooda gone for 2
- Ball 5: Anshul Kamboj bowled for 0
- Ball 6: Noor Ahmad skies one to Marco Jansen—HAT-TRICK SEALED!
It wasn’t just the stats; it was the impact. From 172/5, CSK tumbled to 190 all out by the final over’s second ball. Yuzvendra Chahal finished with 4/32, turning the tide in favor of PBKS at the death.
Meme Turned Masterstroke: The Viral Celebration
Yuzvendra Chahal’s post-hat-trick celebration sparked as much buzz as his wickets. He struck his iconic 2019 World Cup “laying down” pose, paying tribute to a meme that took over the internet during India’s campaign back then.
“The pose is close to me. It came from the memes. I had planned to do this if I took a five-fer or hat-trick,” said Chahal during the innings break.
His fun-loving personality and fierce competitive edge were on full display, and fans loved every second of it.
Yuzvendra Chahal Joins Elite IPL Club
With this hat-trick, Yuzvendra Chahal becomes only the third bowler in IPL history to claim two career hat-tricks, joining a prestigious club that defines consistency and flair under pressure.
His first hat-trick came in IPL 2022 for Rajasthan Royals against Kolkata Knight Riders—another masterclass that sealed victory in the death overs.
What Made It Special?
- Bowled in the 19th over under pressure
- Took out Dhoni, a proven finisher
- Executed smart variations and perfect control
- Used field placements and mind games effectively
“I was playing with the batter’s mind. Bowling wide, on the stumps—just not easy balls,” Chahal explained.
Quick Match Recap
- CSK Total: 190 all out (Sam Curran 88 off 47, Chahal 4/32)
- Key Collapse: 4 wickets in 1 over by Chahal
- Result: Punjab Kings seize momentum, aided by Chahal’s heroics
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Yuzvendra Chahal of Punjab Kings.
Two — one in 2022 and another in 2025.
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