PBKS Playing XI vs RR IPL 2025: Punjab Kings (PBKS) will aim to extend their winning streak as they take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 18 of IPL 2025. The game is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh.
With two wins in two games, PBKS have been in fantastic form under their new captain, Shreyas Iyer. They secured an 11-run victory over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in their season opener and followed it up with a dominant 8-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
As PBKS prepare for their first home game of the season, let’s take a look at their probable playing XI for this crucial encounter.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) Playing XI vs RR – IPL 2025
Openers: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
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Priyansh Arya started strong with a 47-run knock against GT but struggled against LSG, scoring only 8 runs. He will look to bounce back in this fixture.
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Prabhsimran Singh, after a slow start, returned to form with a match-winning 69 off 34 balls against LSG. He will aim to continue his explosive form at the top.
Middle-Order: Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell
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Shreyas Iyer has led from the front, scoring an unbeaten 97 against GT and a solid 52 against LSG*. His form will be key for PBKS.
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Nehal Wadhera was impressed with a quickfire 43 in the last game* and will look to cement his place in the middle order.
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Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, and Glenn Maxwell provide flexibility and firepower. While they haven’t had much batting time yet, Maxwell and Stoinis contributed with the ball against LSG.
Bowlers: Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh
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Marco Jansen and Lockie Ferguson add variety to the pace attack and both picked up a wicket each against LSG.
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Yuzvendra Chahal will be PBKS’s main spin weapon, tasked with containing RR’s strong batting lineup.
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Arshdeep Singh, the star performer with 3 wickets against LSG, will lead the pace attack once again.
Also Check: PBKS vs RR Match Preview – IPL 2025 Match 18
PBKS Playing XI vs RR IPL 2025 – Match 18
- Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
- Priyansh Arya
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Shashank Singh
- Marcus Stoinis
- Glenn Maxwell
- Marco Jansen
- Lockie Ferguson
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Arshdeep Singh
Impact Player: Harpreet Brar
Can PBKS Continue Their Winning Streak?
PBKS have started IPL 2025 in dominant fashion, and with a balanced squad of power hitters and match-winning bowlers, they look well-prepared for their clash against RR. Their batting has been led by Shreyas Iyer, while their bowlers have delivered under pressure.
With the home crowd behind them, PBKS will be eager to maintain their unbeaten run and strengthen their position in the tournament. Will they outclass RR in this crucial battle? Stay tuned!
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