PBKS Vs RR Live Score 18th Match: PBKS have started off strong, winning two of their opening matches while RR have found some form following last match’s loss – making this matchup crucial to both squads’ season.
Shreyas Iyer leads PBKS with an excellent batting lineup, while Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell add strength to their bowling attack.
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At Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur, PBKS under Shreyas Iyer looks to gain momentum at their new home ground while RR, who defeated CSK last time out, must prove themselves after suffering two consecutive defeats in their opening three matches.
Nitish Rana falls to Marco Jansen with the first ball of his over. Rana attempted to hit Marco’s off stump delivery but instead guided it towards deep cover where Glenn Maxwell dived quickly for an easy catch.
Jaiswal then slog swept a ball straight down the ground for another six, extending his partnership with Samson to 51 before Lockie Ferguson intervened and saw them fall short of reaching their desired total.
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Punjab Kings may have been considered minnows in recent years, but their team led by Shreyas Iyer is capable of going far. After winning both opening matches against Rajasthan Royals – whom seem likely to struggle – Punjab are eager to continue their winning ways against an opponent that’s likely going nowhere fast in this tournament.
Lockie Ferguson has been the go-to man for RR so far and continues to perform effectively in this match as well. He tempts Jaiswal into taking a big shot with slow deliveries that convince him he needs one but the ball hits stumps instead, completely missing its target and hitting out of line!
Riyan Parag is producing sixes like no one else right now! After hitting one over long on for six, he then hit another one over fine leg for six as well. Later he hit a four to reach fifty. A brilliant performance by Riyan!
Prediction
PBKS and RR both boast formidable batting lineups and quality bowlers; therefore, the team with superior overall balance should make an aggressive challenge for the title. Before making any predictions about either game it is essential to evaluate current player form, pitch conditions, weather forecasting as well as team strategies in order to make informed predictions.
On April 5, Punjab Kings will meet Rajasthan Royals for their 18th match of IPL 2025 and are set to head into this contest having won both games thus far and currently leading the points table. Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, have struggled in three outings, managing only one victory out of three matches and are sitting at ninth spot on the points table.
Shreyas Iyer will be an integral component of PBKS. Since his arrival, he has been excellent, so they will hope he continues his outstanding form against RR’s faltering team. Meanwhile, their openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh must also perform at their best.
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Under captain Shreyas Iyer’s direction, PBKS have looked balanced and assured in both of their opening matches. Their eight-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants marked an outstanding show from both bat and bowl, so they will look to continue this winning start in Mullanpur at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium.
RR has broken their two-game losing streak by defeating Chennai Super Kings, hoping to build momentum before their home crowd. Unfortunately, however, their batting remains an area of concern with Yashasvi Jaiswal struggling for form and any talk of overseas firepower having yet to live up to expectations.
The game will be shown live on Star Sports 1 and 2, as well as online via JioHotstar app and website, with subscribers paying their subscription fee for viewing access. All other streaming services will not broadcast the match live telecast beginning at 7:30 PM (IST) when Punjab Kings host it at Maharaja Yadavindra Stadium in Mullanpur.