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Match Preview
The much-anticipated RCB vs PBKS clash in the Indian Premier League 2025 is set to light up the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday, April 18. Known for its batting-friendly surface and short boundaries, this venue promises a high-octane affair between two teams loaded with firepower.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be banking on their top-order experience and explosive middle order. With Phil Salt and Virat Kohli expected to give a solid start, and Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, and Liam Livingstone in the mix, the batting depth looks formidable. Power-hitter Tim David and all-rounders like Krunal Pandya add versatility. On the bowling front, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, and Suyash Sharma provide a balanced attack.
Punjab Kings (PBKS), on the other hand, boast a youthful yet dangerous squad. Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, and Nehal Wadhera anchor the top order, while big hitters like Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis bring all-round firepower. Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, and Yuzvendra Chahal will be key in countering RCB’s strong batting lineup. PBKS will look to outgun RCB with their explosive batting and a sharp bowling unit.
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Match Details
- Match: RCB vs PBKS, 34th Match, Indian Premier League 2025
- Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM LOCAL / 2:00 PM GMT
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
RCB vs PBKS Squads
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma
Punjab Kings (PBKS): Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Josh Inglis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Shubham S Hedge, Marco Jansen,Xavier Barlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Cricket Team
Dream11 Team Suggestion
- Wicketkeeper (WK): Jitesh Sharma
- Batters (BAT): Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Shreyas Iyer, Rajat Patidar
- All-rounders (ALL): Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Liam Livingstone
- Bowlers (BOWL): Josh Hazlewood, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
- Captain: Virat Kohli
- Vice-Captain: Glenn Maxwell / Liam Livingstone
Pitch Report & Match Prediction
The Chinnaswamy surface is a paradise for batters, and sixes are a frequent sight. Bowlers, especially pacers, need to use variations smartly to survive here.
- Par Score: 190+
- Toss Strategy: Bowl first
- Key Players to Watch: Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Hazlewood, Marcus Stoinis
RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches Played: 31
- RCB Wins: 14
- PBKS Wins: 17
Punjab have had a slight upper hand historically, but RCB will look to narrow the gap with a strong home performance.
Final Thoughts : Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings
With both teams in the hunt for consistency, the RCB vs PBKS match promises fireworks. Will the Chinnaswamy crowd witness a Virat Kohli masterclass, or can PBKS pull off a big win on the road? Get your Dream11 teams ready and don’t miss this epic showdown!