Rajasthan Royals will face Punjab Kings in the 59th match of IPL 2025 on 18 May 2025, at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. This article will guide you in making the perfect team for RR vs PBKS match with expert Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips.
As the IPL 2025 league stage nears its conclusion, Punjab Kings (PBKS) face a critical test against a spoiler-ready Rajasthan Royals (RR) on May 18 in Jaipur. The match comes just days after PBKS’s previous game was abandoned with them cruising at 122/2 in 10.1 overs a blow to their momentum, especially after a blistering start on Dharamsala’s batting-friendly track.
The transition to Jaipur’s unpredictable surfaces could challenge PBKS’s high-tempo batting strategy, which has been led by the in-form opening duo of Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh. Under captain Shreyas Iyer, the team has embraced an aggressive approach across departments, keeping them in strong contention for a top-four finish.
RR, meanwhile, are playing for pride after being officially knocked out of playoff contention. Their season has been marred by injury setbacks notably to Sanju Samson, who is expected to return for this matchand a fragile bowling unit. With Jofra Archer ruled out of the remainder of the season, the Royals’ attack looks further depleted.
Despite their elimination, RR hold psychological advantage from a dominant 50-run win over PBKS earlier this season in Chandigarh. However, with pressure squarely on PBKS to win and keep their playoff hopes alive, the mental and strategic battle will be key.
RR vs PBKS Match Details
| Match: | Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings, Match 59 |
| Tournament: | Indian Premier League 2025 |
| Date: | 18 May 2025 |
| Time: | 3:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Live Streaming: | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast: | Star Sports Network |
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RR vs PBKS Player Stats In Current Tournament
Batting Stats
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Prabhsimran Singh | 487 Runs |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 473 Runs |
| Priyansh Arya | 417 Runs |
| Shreyas Iyer | 405 Runs |
| Riyan Parag | 377 Runs |
Bowling Stats
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Arshdeep Singh | 16 Wickets |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 14 Wickets |
| Jofra Archer | 11 Wickets |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 11 Wickets |
| Marco Jansen | 11 Wickets |
Top Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks for RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Shreyas Iyer
- Prabhsimran Singh
RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team
- Wicket-Keeper: Prabhsimran Singh
- Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- All-Rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Riyan Parag, Marco Jansen
- Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Maheesh Theekshana
- Captain: Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Vice-Captain: Shreyas Iyer