PBKS vs RCB Live Score: Punjab Kings will be taking on the Royal Challengers Bangalore in match 58 of IPL 2024 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala
PBKS vs RCB Match Details:
- Date: May 9
- Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
In the heat of the IPL season, every match carries immense significance, none more so than the upcoming clash between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. With both teams vying for crucial points in the league standings, this encounter promises high stakes and intense competition. It will be a must-win game for both sides to keep their hopes alive to make it into the playoffs.
PBKS vs RCB Live Score and Updates- IPL 2024, Match 58
Punjab Kings (Team News)
Punjab’s aggressive batting style has led to remarkable feats, such as their record-breaking run chase against KKR. Their younger players like Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma have stepped up, alongside notable performances from Jonny Bairstow.
However, inconsistency has plagued them, exemplified by a loss to the defending champions in the reverse fixture at Dharamsala. The challenge for PBKS lies in maintaining composure under pressure.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (Team News)
On the other hand, RCB enters the match on a three-match winning streak after a rocky start to the season. Faf du Plessis’ leadership has sparked a resurgence, with notable improvements in both batting and bowling departments.
Despite complex qualification scenarios, RCB now plays with freedom, evident in their recent dominant performances.
PBKS vs RCB Head-to-Head Records (overall):
Total matches – 32
Punjab Kings – 17
Royal Challengers Bangalore – 15
Last five Match Record Between Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
25 March 2024: RCB won by 4 wickets in Bengaluru.
20 April 2023: RCB won by 24 runs in Mohali.
13 May 2022: PBKS won by 5 wickets in Mumbai.
27 March 2022: PBKS won by 54 runs in Mumbai.
03 October 2021: PBKS won by 34 runs in Sharjah.
PBKS vs RCB Predicted Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (Probable Playing XI): Jonny Bairstow, Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Sam Curran (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Ashutosh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh.
(Impact sub: Prabhsimran Singh)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (Probable Playing XI): Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Will Jacks, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik, Karn Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Yash Dayal, Vijaykumar Vysakh, Mohammed Siraj.
(Impact sub: Rajat Patidar)
Pitch Report: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala
The match will be played at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala which has traditionally been a batting paradise. The ball comes onto the bat with true bounce expected, spinner has had some success at this venue in the last couple of seasons
The Batters will look to take on the attack and utilize the powerplay upfront. The pitch is likely to get better to bat on as the match progresses. Teams would want to chase here which makes the toss very crucial once again.
Where to watch? The Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL 2024 match will be televised on the Star Sports Network in India.
Live streaming details: The Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL 2024 match will be streamed live on the Jio Cinema app and website.
