Get the best PBKS vs RR Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match data for the 18th match of the IPL 2025. Expert examination and more with Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals.
PBKS vs RR Match Details and Preview
The Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in IPL 2025. PBKS has started strong this season. They won their first two matches already. Their big win against the Gujarat Titans was amazing. They scored 243 runs in that game!
RR has only won one match out of three so far. Their first game against Sunrisers had lots of runs. PBKS looks stronger based on recent form.
The game will be played on April 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. It will be at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh. You can watch this IPL 2025 game live on JioHotstar.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
The pitch helps batsmen score lots of runs. The ball bounces well and travels fast. Spin bowlers might get help later in the match. Teams usually score around 208 runs in the first innings. The second innings average is about 194 runs.
Teams batting first win 54% of the time here. Teams batting second win 46% of matches. These numbers show batting first gives a small advantage.
The weather will be hot and humid. There might be some rain during the match. Players should prepare for possible rain breaks.
PBKS vs RR Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 28
Punjab Kings: 12
Rajasthan Royals: 16
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Punjab Kings:
Shreyas Iyer (c)
Priyansh Arya
Prabhsimran Singh
Nehar Wadera
Shashank Singh
Marcus Stoinis
Glenn Maxwell
Suryansh Shedge
Marco Jansen
Lockie Ferguson
Yuzvendra Chahal
Arshdeep Singh (Impact Player)
Rajasthan Royals:
Sanju Samson(c)
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Nitish Rana
Riyan Parag
Dhruv Jurel
Shubham Dubey
Shimron Hetmyer
Wanindu Hasaranga
Jofra Archer
Maheesh Theekshana
Sandeep Sharma
Tushar Deshpande (Impact Player)
Dream11 Team Today: Key Players to Watch
Punjab Kings:
- Shreyas Iyer is in great form with the bat
- Marcus Stoinis can both bat and bowl well
- Glenn Maxwell hits big sixes regularly
- Arshdeep Singh takes wickets at important times
Rajasthan Royals:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal opens batting with style
- Sanju Samson is reliable behind the stumps
- Riyan Parag is showing improved batting skills
- Maheesh Theekshana troubles batsmen with his spin
Fantasy Tips Captain Choices
- Shreyas Iyer scores consistently in recent matches
- Maheesh Theekshana takes many wickets with his mystery spin
PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction Players to Avoid
- Josh Inglis will not play in this match
- Fazalhaq Farooqi is also not in the playing eleven
Choose players from these options for your dream team.
