NEW DELHI: Last night, the cricketing world witnessed a spectacle at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai as Punjab Kings’ ace spinner Yuzvendra Chahal unleashed a match-defining hat-trick against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2025. The breathtaking performance not only turned the game on its head but also sent social media into a meltdown, with RJ Mahvash’s viral reaction—“God mode on kya? Yuzvendra Chahal, strength of a warrior sir”—capturing the mood of fans worldwide.
Chahal’s heroics in the 19th over were nothing short of magical. With CSK comfortably placed at 177 for 5, eyeing a towering total, the leg-spinner delivered a ruthless burst of skill and precision. He dismissed the legendary MS Dhoni, who had just smashed him for a towering six, with a deceptive delivery that lured the CSK skipper into a miscued shot to long-off. Following Dhoni’s departure, Deepak Hooda and Anshul Kamboj fell in quick succession, bamboozled by Chahal’s guile. The hat-trick was sealed with the wicket of Noor Ahmad, as Chahal claimed four wickets in six balls, finishing with phenomenal figures of 4 for 32 in 3 overs.
This wasn’t just any performance—it etched Chahal’s name deeper into IPL history. This hat-trick marked his second in the IPL, a rare feat, and added to his record tally of nine instances of four or more wickets in an innings, the most by any bowler in the tournament’s history. The Chepauk crowd, despite their allegiance to CSK, couldn’t help but admire the artistry of Punjab’s wizard, as momentum swung dramatically in favor of the Kings.
Off the field, the buzz was equally electric. RJ Mahvash, a popular radio jockey, took to Instagram to laud Chahal’s brilliance with her now-viral post. Her comment not only celebrated one of the standout bowling displays of IPL 2025 but also reignited speculation among fans about a rumored personal connection between the two. While neither has addressed the dating rumors, the post amassed thousands of likes and shares, blending cricketing fervor with off-field intrigue.
As Punjab Kings clinched a dramatic victory, thanks to Chahal’s game-changing over, the spinner’s performance reminded everyone why he remains one of the most lethal weapons in T20 cricket. With over 200 IPL wickets to his name and a knack for delivering under pressure, Chahal continues to redefine spin bowling in the shortest format. For CSK, the loss highlighted their vulnerability in crunch moments, even with a star-studded lineup. Will Chahal’s ‘God Mode’ inspire Punjab to greater heights this season? Only time will tell, but for now, the cricketing world can’t stop talking about this unforgettable night at Chepauk.