RR vs PBKS Match Prediction 59th Match of Indian Premier League 2025
After a week-long suspension due to India-Pakistan border tensions, IPL 2025 is back. The match between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings may although seem like an easy game, however this match will be crucial for PBKS to qualify early in the Playoff race, as RR will aim to get out of the bottom zone. Let’s take a look at RR vs PBKS Match prediction 59th match of IPL 2025.
Where are RR vs PBKS in the Points table?
Rajasthan Royals are currently placed at the ninth spot, having played 12 matches they have won 3 and lost 9, and have 6 points to their name.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings are at the third spot of the points table, having played 11 matches, they have won 7 and lost 3, with one match resulting in no result and have 15 points to their name.
Challenges for Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings
Rajasthan Royals are already out of the playoff race, however they can still try to get out of the bottom spots and get as high as possible.
Punjab Kings are a strong team, however if their main players are targeted and dismissed early they will get easily pressured in the fighting spirit.
RR vs PBKS Match Details
Match Number: 59
Fixture: Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings
Date & Time: Sunday, 18th May, 2025. 3:30 PM IST
Stadium: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
RR vs PBKS Pitch Report:
The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium offers a balanced contest between bat and ball, with performance often influenced by match-day conditions. It has seen extremes, from Sunrisers Hyderabad’s 217 to Rajasthan Royals’ 59 in IPL 2023, showing its unpredictability.
With an average of 28.38 runs per wicket and a strike rate of 20.93, the surface supports both batters and bowlers. The typical batting strike rate across both innings is around 135. On average, teams score 161.5 runs in the first innings and 148.8 in the second, reflecting a slightly tougher chase scenario.
Possible Top Performers RR vs PBKS
Top Performers From Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) – He has been a consistent performer for RR with his bat, and has scored 473 runs in 12 matches played.
Riyan Parag (RR) – Although the team has not been able to convert wins, he as a captain has been performing well, with his 377 runs in 12 matches played.
Top Performers from Punjab Kings
Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS) – Is a dependable batter in the lineup with 437 runs in 11 matches played.
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – Has scored 405 runs in last 11 innings, and has been a dependable player for the team.
Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Is the leading wicket-taker from the PBKS, with 16 wickets in 10 innings.
Predicted playing XI for RR vs PBKS
Rajasthan Royals:Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmeyer, Kunal Singh Rathore, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Akash Madhwal, Tushar Deshpande
Impact Player choices for RR: Shubham Dubey
Punjab Kings: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Josh Inglis, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harpreet Brar
Impact Player choices for PBKS: Azmatullah Omarzai
Toss Prediction
RR: If RCB wins the toss they will probably choose to bat first
PBKS: If KKR wins the toss they will probably choose to bowl first
Possible Scenarios for RR vs PBKS
Scenario 1: If RR wins the toss and opts to bat first
RR might score between 155-185
PBKS can win by 4 wickets
Scenario 2: If PBKS wins the toss and opts to bowl first
RR might score between 145-180
PBKS can win by 2 wickets
Or RR can win by 2-10 runs
RR vs PBKS Win Probabilities
RR’s chances of winning – 30%
PBKS’s chances of winning – 70%
RR vs PBKS Match 59 FAQ’s
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Who will win RR vs PBKS match 59?
A. The prediction for the RR vs PBKS match 59 has been already analyzed in the above article. Read the win probability section to learn more about who has the better winning probability.
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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. **
