PBKS vs RR Match Prediction, Match 18: Who will win today's IPL match?

Match Overview

The Indian Premier League 2025 will continue its thrilling action as Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) face off in Match 18 on Saturday, April 5, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur.

Punjab Kings, currently sitting at the top of the points table with two victories, are set to play their first home game in Mullanpur on Saturday. After securing two comfortable wins, they will be eager to showcase their abilities in front of the home crowd.

Meanwhile, RR arrive in Mullanpur with confidence, having secured a victory against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their last home game. Currently positioned ninth on the table, the Royals are in a desperate need of a turnaround. Regular skipper Sanju Samson, who has been cleared after recovering from a finger injury, will takeover the leadership duties from Riyan Parag.

Match Details

Match Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Rajasthan Royals (RR), Match 18, IPL 2025 Venue Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur Date & Time Saturday, April 5, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) Live Broadcast and Streaming Details Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website)

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

Mullanpur is a relatively new addition to the IPL and has produced some high-scoring encounters. Spinners have found some assistance due to the ground's short dimensions, which also allow batters to play their shots fluently. Overall, it will be interesting to see how the pitch plays out in the match.

Also Check: PBKS vs RR Live Score, Match 18

Head-to-Head Record

Matches 28 Won by Punjab Kings 12 Won by Rajasthan Royals 16 No Result 00 First Faceoff 21 April 2008 Previous Faceoff 15 May 2024

PBKS vs RR Predicted Playing 11

Punjab Kings:

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (w), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh.

Impact Player: Harpreet Brar/Nehhal Wadhera

Rajasthan Royals:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande.

Impact Player: Shubham Dubey/Fazalhaq Farooqi

Also Check: PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction, Match 18

PBKS vs RR Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer has been in outstanding form this season, having scored two unbeaten half-centuries in as many matches. he has amassed 149 runs so far and will undoubtedly be a key player to watch out for in this game.

Probable Best Bowler: Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh has been impressive this season, taking five wickets at an average of 15.80. In the previous match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), he delivered a brilliant spell of 3/43, showcasing his ability to make an impact. He will hold the key with the ball for the hosts.

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

Punjab Kings win the toss and bowl

PP Score: 50-60

RR: 180-190

Punjab Kings win the match

Scenario 2

Rajasthan Royals win the toss and bowl

PP Score: 60-70

PBKS: 210-220

Rajasthan Royals win the match

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