The 18th match of IPL 2025 is bringing a great clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). This exciting match will be played on April 5 at 7:30 pm at Maharaja Yadvinder Singh International Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh.
This match will be telecast live on Jio Hotstar and Star Sports Network.
Check yesterday’s match results here
IPL 2025 PBKS vs RR: Head to Head
In the last 10 matches between PBKS and RR, RR has won 6 matches and PBKS has won 4 matches. RR had won in the last match held in Mullanpur, but this time PBKS is ready to show its strength on home ground.
Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals team standings
PBKS have won both their matches of the season and remain on top, while RR have won just one out of three. Both teams would like to strengthen their position in this match.
In the IPL 2025 points table, Punjab Kings (PBKS) are at the 1st position with a net run rate of 1.485, while Rajasthan Royals (RR) are at the 9th position with a net run rate of -1.112. PBKS has won both out of two matches, while RR has lost two out of three.
Dhruv Jurel (106 runs) and Nitish Rana (100 runs) have performed well in RR’s batting, while Wanindu Hasaranga (5 wickets) and Tushar Deshpande (3 wickets) have shown strength in bowling.
For PBKS, Shreyas Iyer and Glenn Maxwell have shone with the bat, and Arshdeep Singh (2 wickets) has made an impact in the bowling.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) Playing XI:
- Prabhsimran Singh (wicketkeeper)
- Priyansh Arya
- Shreyas Iyer (Captain)
- Shashank Singh
- Marcus Stoinis
- Glen Maxwell
- Suryansh Shedge
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Marco Jensen
- Arshdeep Singh
- Yuzvendra Chahal
Rajasthan Royals (RR) Playing XI:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sanju Samson (captain and wicketkeeper)
- Nitish Rana
- Riyan Parag
- Dhruv Jurel
- Vanindu Hasaranga
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Jofra archer
- Buffalo sharp
- Tushar Deshpande
- Sandeep Sharma
PBKS vs RR Match Weather and Pitch Report
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PBKS vs RR 18th Match Dream11 Prediction
IPL 2025 Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals Dream11 Prediction: Keep an eye on these players while making your Dream11 team for Dream11 Prediction. Choosing Shreyas Iyer or Sanju Samson could be a good option for the captain, because both can play important roles. Dhruv Jurel or Glenn Maxwell would be perfect for the vice-captain.
Prabhsimran Singh and Sanju Samson are good options as wicketkeepers. Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Rana and Shreyas Iyer will be strong choices in batting. Wanindu Hasaranga, Marcus Stoinis and Azmatullah Omarzai can be beneficial for the all-rounder.
Arshdeep Singh, Joffra Archer and Yuzvendra Chahal can play important roles in bowling.
Check out tomorrow’s match schedule here
PBKS vs RR Match Prediction
Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals Match Prediction: PBKS is playing on their home ground and is in great form, so they may get a slight advantage. At the same time, RR is full of confidence after the victory of the last match and would like to return under the captaincy of Sanju Samson.
According to experts, PBKS’s chances of winning are 60%, while RR’s are 40%. If the pair of Shreyas Iyer and Glenn Maxwell works, then PBKS can win easily. But if Wanindu Hasaranga and Joffra Archer do wonders with the ball, then RR can win.
