IPL 2025 Final: Yuzvendra Chahal's Participation in Doubt

IPL 2025 Final Match Details

Today, June 3, the IPL 2025 final will unfold at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, featuring a showdown between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) as they vie for their inaugural IPL championship. Both franchises are anticipated to present their strongest lineups. However, the participation of PBKS's prominent spinner, Yuzvendra Chahal, remains uncertain.

Chahal's Final Match Status

Yuzvendra Chahal's performance throughout IPL 2025 has been somewhat erratic. He did manage to secure a hat-trick earlier in the tournament, but he also had to sit out two matches due to injuries. In his latest outing during Qualifier 2, he recorded 1 wicket for 39 runs in 4 overs against the Mumbai Indians, which was deemed below expectations. Considering his recent struggles and fitness issues, it seems unlikely that Chahal will make it to the playing XI for the final.

Chahal's History in IPL Finals

Chahal has appeared in two IPL finals with different franchises. In 2016, while playing for RCB, he took 1 wicket for 39 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad. In 2022, representing Rajasthan Royals, he managed 1 wicket for 20 runs in 4 overs against Gujarat Titans. Unfortunately, both teams faced defeat in those finals, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his potential inclusion in this year's final.

Possible Replacement for Chahal

Should Chahal not be part of the playing XI, Harpreet Brar is a strong candidate to take his place. Brar has shown impressive form in recent games and could present a formidable challenge to key RCB batsmen such as Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar. Moreover, Brar's capability to contribute with the bat offers additional versatility to the team.