Chennai, April 30 -- Following his side's loss to Punjab Kings (PBKS), MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is out of the playoffs race for the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), losing their fifth game at home this season, marking their worst performance ever at Chepauk Stadium.

Fine half-centuries from skipper Shreyas Iyer and Prabhsimran Singh and a hat-trick from Yuzvendra Chahal were the highlights as Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured a four-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chepauk Stadium on Wednesday.

PBKS is now at the second spot in the table with six wins, three losses and a no result, giving them 13 points. CSK is struggling at the bottom, with two wins and eight losses, giving them four points.

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