Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- IPL 2025, Match 18
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PBKS vs RR - Match Info
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Apr 5 2025 - 07:30 PM Local
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Chandigarh
IPL 2025
Match 18, T20
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(Expert-written summary and match insights)
It will be the Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals clash in the 18th match of IPL 2025, to be played on April 5 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur.
Both teams have started their campaigns this season differently than you’d expect.
Pitch Report - Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium
(Quick Fantasy Boosts)
The surface of the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur offers a fair contest between bat and ball.
Batters can play their strokes confidently once they settle in, thanks to the decent bounce and carry on the pitch.
Pacers find some movement with the new ball, especially under lights, while spinners may have a limited role due to minimal turn.
Dew is likely to influence the second innings, making chasing a favourable option. The average first-innings score at this venue is 167 runs.
PBKS vs RR - Head to Head
(Last Encounters)
Highest: Rajasthan Royals (226/6 (19.3 ov))
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Lowest: Rajasthan Royals (112/7 (20 ov))
Recent Venue Records
(Last 5 matches at this venue)
Match Key Factors
(Weather & pitch insights to influence your fantasy picks)
At 25 degrees Celsius, the temperature will remain steady, with clear conditions and winds flowing at 12-14 km/hr during the match.
The surface of the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur offers a fair contest between bat and ball.
Batters can play their strokes confidently once they settle in, thanks to the decent bounce and carry on the pitch.
Pacers find some movement with the new ball, especially under lights, while spinners may have a limited role due to minimal turn.
Dew is likely to influence the second innings, making chasing a favourable option. The average first-innings score at this venue is 167 runs.
Injury & Availability
(Latest player fitness & lineup updates)
Predicted Playing XI
(Based on team balance & recent matches)
Impact Player Picks
(Strategic game-changers in batting & fielding)
Top Player Stats
(Based on recent match performances)
Fantasy Tips
(Smart picks to help you build a winning Dream11 team)
Captain Picks
Glenn Maxwell Avg Points: 7.5
He is an important all-rounder from Punjab Kings who is expected to play an all-rounder role in the upcoming match.
Shreyas Iyer Avg Points: 9
He is the captain of the Punjab Kings who is current top-score for the team.
Vice-Captain Picks
Yashasvi Jaiswal Avg Points: 9
He is a left-handed opener from Rajasthan Royals. Though out of form recently, he’s expected to bounce back in this match.
Sanju Samson Avg Points: 8.5
He is a right-handed top-order batter from Rajasthan Royals who anchors the innings with composure and flair.
Best Budget Picks
(Smart value players for Dream11 teams)
Priyansh Arya Avg Points: 8.5
He is a left-handed opener from Punjab Kings who provides solid starts at the top of the batting order.
Nitish Rana Avg Points: 7.5
He is a left-handed top-order batter from Rajasthan Royals known for his ability to anchor and accelerate.
Grand League Differential Picks
(Low-owned players with high upside)
Arshdeep Singh Avg Points: 9
He is a left-arm medium pacer from Punjab Kings who spearheads the pace attack with accuracy and control.
Riyan Parag Avg Points: 8
He is a right-handed batter from Rajasthan Royals who anchors the middle-order with composed and timely knocks.
Dream11 Prediction Team
(Based on stats, form & recent performances)
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Final Prediction & Analysis
With a strong lineup, Punjab Kings are favored to secure a win in this contest.
