RCB vs PBKS – Playing 11, Toss Update & Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 clash. Stay updated with key match insights and expert analysis.

One of the most exciting clashes of the season is just around the corner. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings — two of the most consistent sides so far — are all set to lock horns in what’s shaping up to be a cracker of a contest. Both teams have racked up four wins from six matches, with only two stumbles each, making this showdown a genuine test of title credentials. 

Both sides came flying out of the gates. RCB laid down a marker by comfortably beating KKR, while Punjab Kings made a statement with a big win over Gujarat Titans. But the road hasn’t been entirely smooth. Bengaluru were halted by losses to Gujarat and Delhi, and Punjab found themselves outplayed by Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. 

That said, Punjab look like a team that’s rediscovered its spark. After a few bumps, they hit back impressively — first with a solid win over Chennai Super Kings, and then with a dramatic, record-breaking defense against KKR. Defending just 111 runs, they pulled off the lowest successful defense in IPL history, thanks largely to a masterclass from Yuzvendra Chahal, who picked up four vital wickets to turn the tide. 

Meanwhile, RCB are coming off a ruthless performance against Rajasthan Royals. Their top order was in devastating touch, as Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, and Devdutt Padikkal made short work of the chase, sealing a nine-wicket win. That kind of form, especially from their big names, is just what RCB fans love to see. With both teams firing and high on confidence, this clash isn’t just about two points — it’s about laying down a marker in the race for the playoffs. 

RCB vs PBKS Toss Update 

Punjab Kings won the toss and chose to bowl first. 

RCB vs PBKS Starting XI 

Both teams have a strong squad, and their Playing 11 is expected to feature some of the best names in world cricket. Here's a look at the possible lineups for RCB and PBKS:  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dayal  

Impact Subs: Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Romario Shepherd 

Punjab Kings (PBKS): Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer(c), Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis, Shashank Singh(w), Marcus Stoinis, Harpreet Brar, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal  

Impact Sub: Praveen Dubey, Vijaykumar Vaishak, Harpreet Brar, Prabhsimran Singh

RCB vs PBKS Match Prediction 

As both teams have solid squads, predicting a winner in today’s match is difficult, but here’s how it might unfold: 

Match Prediction: One of the biggest talking points this IPL season has been RCB’s pursuit of that elusive first title — and so far, they’ve looked every bit like serious contenders. What’s been particularly impressive is their perfect record on the road. Four games, four wins — and not just anywhere. They’ve conquered the likes of Chepauk, Eden Gardens, Wankhede, and the SMS Stadium. That’s no small feat. 

But here’s the twist — both of their losses have come at home, at the usually buzzing Chinnaswamy Stadium. It’s a stat that has RCB fans feeling a little uneasy ahead of their next fixture against Punjab Kings, which just so happens to be at home. That said, if there’s ever a time for them to flip the script at Chinnaswamy, it’s now. This could be the game where RCB finally shake off their home hoodoo and notch up their first win in Bengaluru this season. 

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