IPL 2023: Match 8, RR vs PBKS Match Prediction and Playing 11 – Who will win today’s IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings?

Rajasthan Royals (RR) are scheduled to face Punjab Kings (PBKS) on April 5 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati following their victorious match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their opening game of IPL 2023.

PBKS, led by Shikhar Dhawan, defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven runs (DLS Method) in their first match despite missing Liam Livingstone and Kagiso Rabada. Dhawan and Prabhsimran Singh contributed significantly to the team’s success with both bat and ball. Bhanuka Rajapaksa played an impressive inning of 50 runs off 32 balls, while Sam Curran and Jitesh Sharma played quick cameos to help PBKS set a target of 191 runs in 20 overs. The team’s young bowler, Arshdeep Singh, was particularly sensational, causing damage to KKR’s top order. Rahul Chahar and Sikandar Raza were also impactful with the ball.

On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals’ top order is in excellent form and can alter the game’s momentum at any moment. In their previous match, Jos Buttler’s quick 54 off 22 balls gave the team a fantastic start, and Yashasvi Jaiswal played a steady innings of 54 off 37 deliveries. Sanju Samson also contributed a half-century as Rajasthan reached a score of 203 runs after 20 overs.