Let’s have a look at today’s cricket match prediction, pitch report, head-to-head and key players ahead of the 59th match of IPL 2025 between Rajasthan Royals ( RR ) and Punjab Kings ( PBKS ).
RR vs PBKS Match Info
| Match | RR vs PBKS, Match 59, Indian Premier League,T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, May 18th, 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 pm IST |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. |
Match Preview
Rajasthan Royals (RR) will play against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 59th game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. RR have endured a difficult season, sitting ninth on the table with just three wins in twelve games. PBKS have built strong momentum, securing seven victories in eleven matches and firmly establishing themselves in the top tier of the standings.
Rajasthan Royals, despite a sluggish start to the season, are eyeing a late surge, having already defeated Punjab Kings by 50 runs earlier in the tournament on April 5, 2025, in Mullanpur. With a strong home record and spin-friendly conditions expected in Jaipur, RR have momentum and conditions in their favor.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings are leaning on the form of skipper Shreyas Iyer, the consistency of Nehal Wadhera, and the all-round impact of Glenn Maxwell to turn things around. But they will need to shake off memories of their top-order collapse in the last RR encounter, especially against Jofra Archer, who ripped through their lineup with 3/25.
Current Standings & Recent Performance: RR vs PBKS
Punjab Kings (PBKS): Struggling with inconsistency, PBKS remains in the middle of the pack. Their batting, led by Shreyas Iyer (127 runs in recent matches) and Prabhsimran Singh (50* in the abandoned game), lacks stability, while Arshdeep Singh remains their key pacer
Rajasthan Royals (RR): Situated in the upper half of the table, RR has shown consistency, relying on explosive batting and a balanced bowling attack. Recent performances include strong knocks from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson , while Yuzvendra Chahal provides spin control .
RR vs PBKS Weather Report
There is going to be hot and humid weather in Jaipur during the match between RR and PBKS and no chances of rain. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 40 degrees with 26% humidity.
Pitch Report
The surface at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Spinners can come into play as the game progresses, especially during day matches.
Stadium Stats
- Average 1st-innings score: ~180-190.
- Batting 1st win %: 60% (last 5 seasons).
- Top performers at venue: Jaiswal (RR) averages 45+, while Arshdeep (PBKS) has taken 6 wickets in 3 Jaipur matches 34
RR vs PBKS Head-to-Head Records- IPL 2025, Match 59:
| Stats | Matches | RR won | PBKS won | Draw | Tied | NR |
| Overall | 29 | 17 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| At Sawai Mansingh Stadium | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| In the last 5 matches | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| In the ongoing IPL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
RR vs PBKS Probable Playing XIs
RR: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Yudhvir Singh Charak
Impact player: Fazalhaq Farooqi
PBKS: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Yash Thakur
Impact Player: Nehal Wadhera
RR vs PBKS Probable Top Batters
Yashasvi jaiswal: Yashasvi laiswal is RR’s leading run scorer this year and has been in a great form in the ongoing IPlseason. The opening batter has amassed 473 runs in 12 matches in IPL 2025 so far at an average of 43 and a strike rateof 154.57 with five half-centuries.
Shreyas Iyer: PBKs skipper Shreyas lyer has been leading from the front in the ongoing IPL season and is among theleading run scorers for the franchise this year. The right-handded batsman has scored 405 runs from 12 matches in IPl2025 so far at an average of 50.62 and a strike rate of 180.80.
RR vs PBKS Probable Top Bowlers
Jofra Archer: Fast bowler lofra Archer has been a key player for RR this years and turned out to be a dangerous bowlerwith the new bal. The right-arm pacer took 11 wickets from 12 matches in IPL 2025 so far and will be looking to getanother match-winning performance against RR.
Arshdeep singh: Arshdeep Singh is PBKS’s leading wicket-taker in IPL 2025 and has been a constant performer withnew ball this year. The left-arm has taken 16 wickets from 12 matches this year so far.
Key Performers
- RR:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (Avg: 38.5, SR: 145).
- Sanju Samson (Captain, 120+ runs in last 3 matches).
- Chahal (12 wickets in 8 games this season).
- PBKS:
- Shreyas Iyer (127 runs in recent matches).
- Prabhsimran Singh (50* in the abandoned game).
- Arshdeep Singh (15 wickets in 10 matches) 49.
Toss Prediction
Winning the toss will likely prompt the captain to bat first , given the pitch’s batting-friendly nature.
Match win Prediction
Punjab Kings are the favorites to win this clash, given their strong form and playoff contention. Rajasthan Royals, already out of the race, have struggled this season with only 3 wins.
2025 IPL TEAM
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