'Most Valuable Player': Netizens React As Yuzvendra Chahal Becomes First Bowler To Take Hat-Trick Against Chennai Super Kings During IPL 2025 Match

Yuzvendra Chahal added another remarkable chapter to his illustrious IPL career on April 30, 2025, as he became the first bowler ever to claim a hat-trick against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The historic moment came during Punjab Kings’ thrilling encounter with CSK at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

The leg-spinner achieved the feat in the 19th over of CSK’s innings. He dismissed Deepak Hooda, who was caught at backward point, followed by a clean bowled dismissal of Anshul Kamboj for a golden duck. He then completed his hat-trick by removing Noor Ahmad, caught at long-on—also for a golden duck.

This performance not only derailed CSK’s late-innings charge but also carved Chahal’s name in history as the first player to take a hat-trick against the Chennai-based franchise, known for its deep batting line-up and resilience.

This hat-trick is Chahal’s second in the Indian Premier League. His first came in the 2022 season when he was playing for the Rajasthan Royals. In that match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Chahal produced a match-winning spell that included the prized wicket of Shreyas Iyer and helped turn the tide of the game in Rajasthan’s favor.

Here's how the Netizens reacted to Chahal's hat-trick:

Chahal's exceptional bowling performance played a pivotal role in restricting CSK's total, providing PBKS with a strategic advantage. His ability to take wickets in quick succession disrupted CSK's momentum and highlighted the importance of experienced bowlers in high-pressure situations.