If Rajasthan beat PBKS today, RCB will become the first team to qualify for the IPL playoffs.
The Punjab Kings (PBKS) return to action after an unfortunate washout in their last game, where they had raced to 122/1 in just 10.1 overs before rain had the final say. Momentum in T20 cricket can be fleeting, and PBKS will be eager to pick up where they left off when they face the eliminated Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 60 of IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
RR, on the other hand, are looking to salvage pride in what has been a disappointing campaign. With Sanju Samson set to return, the Royals will hope to sign off their home leg on a high. But against a red-hot PBKS outfit that has been firing on all fronts, that won’t be easy.
Match Details: RR vs PBKS
Detail
Info
Match
Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings
Date
May 18, 2025
Time
3:30 PM IST
Venue
Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Broadcast
Star Sports Network & JioHotstar
Sawai Mansingh Stadium Pitch Report
The Jaipur surface has played well for batters this season with high-scoring games. However, as this is a day game, expect some grip and assistance for spinners. The pitch tends to be slightly two-paced, and slower bowlers may find more help as the game progresses. Seamers, especially in the first innings, have struggled to make inroads.
Prabhsimran Singh (C/VC) – Aggressive starter, especially dangerous in PowerPlay.
Sanju Samson – Back from injury, has excellent record against PBKS and at Jaipur.
Batters
Shreyas Iyer (C/VC) – Calm head, in prime form, solid record vs RR.
Priyansh Arya – Left-hander with fearless intent; capable of quickfire 30s-40s.
Yashasvi Jaiswal (C/VC) – Home conditions, averages 42.5 in Jaipur; PBKS favourite target.
All-rounders
Marco Jansen – Useful with early swing and lower-order hitting.
Riyan Parag – Terrific numbers at SMS; adds value with part-time spin.
Wanindu Hasaranga – Can exploit day-game conditions with his leg-spin.
Bowlers
Yuzvendra Chahal – IPL veteran; 22 wickets at SMS at average below 20.
Arshdeep Singh – PowerPlay menace; tied for most wickets in first three overs this season.
Maheesh Theekshana – Smart operator; can keep things tight in the middle overs.
Key Player Battles: RR vs PBKS
Yashasvi Jaiswal – IPL at Jaipur
Matches
Runs
Average
Strike Rate
100s/50s
18
680
42.5
152.8
1/5
Sanju Samson vs PBKS
Matches
Runs
Average
Strike Rate
100s/50s
24
776
36.95
142.9
1/2
Shreyas Iyer vs RR
Matches
Runs
Average
Strike Rate
50s
13
376
31.33
134.76
3
Yuzvendra Chahal – IPL at Jaipur
Matches
Wickets
Average
SR
Economy
16
22
19.90
15.4
7.72
Riyan Parag at Jaipur
Innings
Runs
Average
SR
50s
HS
13
406
40.6
155.56
2
84
RR vs PBKS Live Streaming Details
The live streaming of the IPL 2025 match between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings will be available on the JioHotstar app and website. For live broadcast, fans can tune into the Star Sports Network on their televisions.
Dream11 Captaincy Picks
Yashasvi Jaiswal – Home dominance + record vs PBKS.
Shreyas Iyer – Anchoring presence with big-match temperament.
Arshdeep Singh – PowerPlay specialist, impact bowler in key phases.
Sanju Samson – Class player with a point to prove on return, and has an excellent record vs PBKS
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