PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Prediction For Qualifier 1 of IPL 2025
PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Details
On Thursday, 29th May, Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025 will be played between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru which will decide the next stages of the playoffs, both the teams PBKS and RCB will be aiming for their maiden IPL titles. The first qualifier is scheduled between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, at the New PCA Stadium, Chandigarh. Here’s the PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Prediction For Qualifier 1.
Teams
Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
League
Indian Premier League 2025
Date & Time
Thursday, 29th May, 2025. 7:30PM IST
Stadium
New PCA Stadium, Chandigarh
Live Telecast in India
Star Sports TV Network
Live Streaming
Jio Hotstar
PBKS vs RCB Match Preview
The Qualifier 1 match between the Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is what every fan has been waiting for since the start of IPL 2025. Having played a total of 14 matches for each team, these teams have finished in the top 2 of the points table. Punjab Kings with their new title-winning captain will be a formidable squad to beat against a determined and well-balanced overall squad of Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru having reached the final 3 times with no wins, will aim to battle it out this season. RCB under the new captaincy of Rajat Patidar will aim to carry forward the team to their ultimate glory in the form of their maiden IPL title.
Head-to-Head Stats
Total Matches Played
35
Matches Won By PBKS
18
Matches Won By RCB
17
PBKS vs RCB Last 5 Match Results
PBKS – W W W L W
RCB – W W NR L W
New PCA Stadium, Chandigarh Pitch Report
The surface at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh is anticipated to be a batting-friendly track. While seamers may get slight movement with the new ball, the true bounce and pace of the wicket will support aggressive shot-making and smooth run-scoring throughout the match.
Spinners usually find minimal assistance here, as the pitch doesn’t offer much turn. Fast bowlers will need to rely on back-of-a-length deliveries and maintain tight lines, particularly in the middle and final overs. Since the pitch tends to play consistently for the game, teams winning the toss are expected to prefer chasing.
New PCA Stadium, Chandigarh Pitch Stats
Win Bat first
44%
Win Bowl first
56%
Average 1st Inn Score: 169
Average 2nd Inn Score: 160
Highest Total
by PBKS vs CSK
219-6
Lowest Total
by KKR vs PBKS
95-10
Highest Chased
by PBKS vs DC
177-6
New PCA Stadium Recent Results
PBKS(157/6) vs RCB(159/3) – RCB won by 7 wickets
PBKS(111/10) vs KKR(95/10) – PBKS won by 16 Runs
PBKS(219/6) vs CSK(201/5) – PBKS won by 18 Runs
PBKS vs RCB Weather Report
Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11
Punjab Kings Playing 11
Priyansh Arya, Nehal Wadhera, Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Kyle Jamieson, Arshdeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak
Impact Player Choices for PBKS: Prabhsimran Singh
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11
Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David/Tim Seifert, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Nuwan Thushara, Suyash Sharma, Yash Dayal
Impact Player Choices for RCB: Rajat Patidar and Josh Hazlewood’s inclusion in the Playing XI will depend on their health and form concerns.
Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Injury Updates
There are currently no reported injuries in the squads
Players who will miss the playoffs for PBKS and RCB
The South African players Marco Jansen, and Lungi Ngidi both from the PBKS and RCB franchises are set to miss the IPL 2025 playoffs as they will join the national camps for the upcoming WTC Final between South Africa and Australia. And Another RCB player Jacob Bethell will miss the playoffs to join the England squad for the international fixtures.
PBKS vs RCB Key Players and Recent Forms
1. Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – Has been a consistent player and leader in their batting lineup, with 514 runs in 14 innings.
2. Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS) – He has scored 499 runs in 14 innings played.
3. Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Has been a leading bowler for Punjab Kings, with 18 wickets in 13 matches.
4. Virat Kohli (RCB) – Has been a consistent player in their batting lineup, with 583 runs in 13 innings.
5. Jitesh Sharma (RCB) – With his last match heroics he will be the one to look out for.
6. Josh Hazlewood (RCB) – Has been a leader with his bowling, with 18 wickets in just 10 matches. Although his inclusion is uncertain in the Qualifier.
PBKS vs RCB Captain & Vice-captain choices
| Captain | Virat Kohli & Prabhsimran Singh |
| Vice-captain | Priyansh Arya & Shreyas Iyer |
PBKS vs RCB Fantasy Picks
Captain: Virat Kohli
Vice-captain: Shreyas Iyer
Wicketkeepers: Prabhsimran Singh, Phil Salt
Batters: Priyansh Arya, Rajat Patidar
All-rounders: Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar
Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Fantasy Cricket Teams
Suggested PBKS vs RCB Grand League Team No: 1
Suggested PBKS vs RCB Small League No.2
PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket FAQs
What are the fantasy tips for PBKS vs RCB today’s cricket match?
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What are the best captain and vice-captain picks for today’s PBKS vs RCB match?
Captain: Virat Kohli
Vice-Captain: Shreyas Iyer
What is the best fantasy cricket team for today’s PBKS vs RCB match?
Batters: Priyansh Arya, Rajat Patidar
Wicketkeeper: Prabhsimran Singh, Phil Salt
All-rounders: Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar
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**Disclaimer: Predictions are based on analysis and are intended as insights, not certainties. They should be viewed as informational and not as guarantees. **
