IPL 2023: PBKS vs RR, Match Prediction and more details

Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals can get to 14 points and even can mathematically qualify for playoffs. PBKS are on 12 points with an NRR of -0.308 and RR has 12 points with an NRR of +0.14. Here is all you need to know before the PBKS vs RR clash.

Punjab Kings will play host to Rajasthan Royals at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. Punjab Kings will have to win by a huge margin to make a run for the playoffs. Royal Challengers Bangalore won their game last night against Sunrisers Hyderabad which means that now they have 14 points in 13 games. Mumbai Indians too have 14 points in 13 games. Both MI and RCB can each 16 points if they win their last games. 

Rajasthan Royals have a greater chance of qualifying for playoffs as they have a positive NRR. They can also overtake both MI and RCB in terms of NRR with a win if they tie on points. MI has an NRR of -0.128 while RCB has an NRR of +0.18. If RR wins they will probably go beyond RCB’s 0.18. Rajasthan Royals will hope that both RCB and MI lose their remaining games.

PBKS vs RR Match Details:

Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, Match 66, IPL 2023

Venue: 

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

Date & Time: 

Friday, May 19, 7:30 PM IST 

Telecast & Streaming Details: 

Star Sports Network and JioCinema

PBKS vs RR Pitch Report

The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium’s surface is ideal for batting. Any score that is close to 200 will be a solid score, and bowling first will be great because dew can be quite important in the game’s second half.

PBKS vs RR Probable Playing XIs

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

Shikhar Dhawan (c), Atharva Taide, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Sam Curran, Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Kagiso Rabada, Nathan Ellis, Arshdeep Singh

Rajasthan Royals (RR):

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (wk/c), Joe Root, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Adam Zampa, Sandeep Sharma, KM Asif, Yuzvendra Chahal

PBKS vs RR Probable Best Performers

Probable best batter

Yashasvi Jaiswal:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, a young player, is in outstanding form during the current IPL 2023, scoring 575 runs in 13 games. With that, he is currently in third place for the IPL 2023 Orange Cap race. The cricketer from Uttar Pradesh will strive to make an impression and change the outcome of the game in the league’s last game.

Probable best bowler

Yuzvendra Chahal:

Yuzvendra Chahal, a master of spin, has so far in the campaign taken 21 wickets from 13 games. Although his consistency is a cause for worry, the cricketer can demolish any batting lineup in the world on his best day.

PBKS vs RR Match Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win the match

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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