RCB VS PBKS Dream 11 Team Prediction
The next IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is scheduled for Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 3:30 PM IST. The match will take place at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh .
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Key Players:
- RCB: Despite a strong away record, RCB has struggled at home, recently losing to PBKS by five wickets in a rain-shortened match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
- PBKS: PBKS showcased their bowling prowess by defending the lowest total in IPL history, successfully beating Kolkata Knight Riders after being bowled out for just 111 runs.
- RCB:
- Virat Kohli: Leading run-scorer with 481 runs in 10 matches at an average of 60.13 and a strike rate of 165.86.
- Rajat Patidar: Notable performance with 329 runs in 10 matches, averaging 36.56 with a strike rate of 197.
- Yash Dayal: Effective with the ball, taking 11 wickets in 10 matches.
- PBKS:
- Shashank Singh: Consistent batting with 263 runs in 10 matches at an average of 37.57.
- Arshdeep Singh: Leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets in 10 matches.
Head-to-Head:
- In their last five encounters, RCB has won three matches, while PBKS has secured two victories.
Last Match of RCB
In their most recent match on April 18, 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) faced Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB struggled with the bat, posting a total of 95/9 in a rain-shortened innings. Tim David’s unbeaten 50 was a standout performance in an otherwise challenging batting display. PBKS chased down the target comfortably, securing a five-wicket victory. Former RCB player Yuzvendra Chahal played a pivotal role for PBKS, taking 2 wickets for just 11 runs. This defeat marked RCB’s third consecutive home loss in the 2025 IPL season. Reuters
🏏 RCB Squad for IPL 2025
Here’s the complete list of players representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2025 IPL season:
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | Batter |
| Rajat Patidar | Batter |
| Phil Salt | Batter |
| Devdutt Padikkal | Batter |
| Jitesh Sharma | Wicketkeeper |
| Swastik Chhikara | Wicketkeeper |
| Liam Livingstone | All-Rounder |
| Rasikh Dar | All-Rounder |
| Suyash Sharma | All-Rounder |
| Krunal Pandya | All-Rounder |
| Swapnil Singh | All-Rounder |
| Tim David | All-Rounder |
| Romario Shepherd | All-Rounder |
| Jacob Bethell | All-Rounder |
| Mohit Rathee | Bowler |
| Abhinandan Singh | Bowler |
| Lungi Ngidi | Bowler |
| Manoj Bhandage | Bowler |
| Nuwan Thushara | Bowler |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Bowler |
| Josh Hazlewood | Bowler |
| Yash Dayal | Bowler |
RCB retained key players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal ahead of the season. They also made significant acquisitions during the IPL 2025 mega auction, including Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. RCB VS PBKS Dream 11 Team Prediction
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Q1. When is the RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 match scheduled?
The RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 match is scheduled for Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 3:30 PM IST. The match will be played at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh. RCB VS PBKS Dream 11 Team Prediction
Q2. What is the venue pitch report for RCB vs PBKS today’s match?
The Mullanpur pitch generally offers a balanced contest. Early seam movement helps pacers, while batters get value for their shots later on. Anything above 175+ runs will be a competitive total. RCB VS PBKS Dream 11 Team Prediction
First innings avg score: 167
Pacers get help early
Spinners effective in middle overs
Q3. What is the Dream11 Grand League Strategy for RCB vs PBKS 2025?
Captain Options: Virat Kohli, Shashank Singh
Vice-Captain Picks: Rajat Patidar, Arshdeep Singh
Q4. Who are the Top 6 Players to Pick in RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Team?
Player
Why Pick?
Virat Kohli
Leading run-scorer for RCB
Arshdeep Singh
15 wickets in 10 matches
Rajat Patidar
329 runs with 197 SR
Shashank Singh
Most consistent PBKS batter
Yuzvendra Chahal
Economical & wicket-taking
Phil Salt
Explosive opener – Dream11 boost
Q5. What is the Best Dream11 Team for RCB vs PBKS Today?
Dream11 Team Prediction (Small League):
Wicketkeeper: Phil Salt
Batters: Virat Kohli (C), Rajat Patidar, Shashank Singh, Prabhsimran Singh
All-Rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (VC)
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Yash Dayal, Lockie Ferguson