Overview of Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings in Tata IPL 2023 Match
The 8th match in Tata IPL 2023 will be played between (RR) and (PBKS) on 5th April 2023 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, at 7.30 PM Indian standard time (IST). In the Tata IPL 2022, Rajasthan Royals defeated Punjab Kings by six wickets at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. It remains to be seen if Punjab Kings can beat Rajasthan Royals in their upcoming match.
In the Tata IPL 2022, Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to bat first. PBKS got off to a solid start, with Jitesh contributing 50 runs and Livingstone scoring 22. However, the rest of the batting order struggled to get going, with only scoring 15 runs. But Jonny Bairstow played a brilliant knock and scored 56 runs to take the team to a competitive total of 189 runs in 20 overs.
Rajasthan Royals secured a 6-wicket victory against Punjab Kings, ending their two-game losing streak in IPL 2022. Yashasvi Jaiswal's explosive batting display and Shimron Hetmyer's power-packed innings at the end helped RR chase Punjab's target of 189. Jaiswal's 41-ball 68 provided a perfect start to RR's chase and set the tone for the former champions. Despite his dismissal, Devdutt Padikkal and Shimron Hetmyer ensured a comfortable victory for RR.
As Rajasthan Royals gear up for their upcoming match, their fans are hopeful that Captain will put on an impressive performance. Meanwhile, with a string of losses in their recent matches, all the eyes will be on Captain Shikhar Dhawan to lead Punjab Kings to victory.
Overall, it was a convincing win for Rajasthan Royals, who have maintained their unbeaten record in the tournament so far. On the other hand, Punjab Kings will need to regroup and work on their batting performance in the upcoming matches.
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RR vs PBKS Team Profile
Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings are veteran IPL teams. Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural season of IPL in 2008, while Punjab Kings reached the IPL final once, in 2014. Unfortunately, they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders in the final and have yet to win any IPL final.
Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings have faced each other 25 times in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Out of those 25 matches, Rajasthan Royals has won 15 times, while Punjab Kings has won 10 times. However, in TataIPL 2022, RR defeated PBKS and thus will be confident in playing against PBKS in an upcoming Tata IPL 2023 match. Here is the profile of both teams.
Teams |
Rajasthan Royals |
Punjab Kings |
|---|---|---|
Owner |
Royal Multisport Pvt Ltd |
KPH Dream Cricket Private Limited |
Venue |
Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
PCA Stadium, Mohali |
Coach |
Kumar Sangakkara |
Anil Kumble |
Captain |
Sanju Samson |
Shikhar Dhawan |
Winners |
2008 |
- |
Seasons Played |
15 |
15 |
Official Team Website |
The player’s squad for Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings for Tata IPL 2023 are as follows. The players playing in a particular match are subject to last-minute changes. Keep checking for the latest updates.
Teams |
Rajasthan Royals |
Punjab Kings |
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All Rounder |
Riyan Parag Jason Holder Donovan Ferreira Akash Vashisht Abdul PA |
Matthew Short Shahrukh Khan Rishi Dhawan Baltej Dhanda Atharva Taide Sam Curran Sikandar Raza Mohit Rathe Shivam Singh |
Batter |
Sanju Samson Jos Buttler Yashasvi Jaiswal Shimron Hetmyer Devdutt Padikkal Dhruv Jurel Joe Root |
Shikhar Dhawan Harpreet Brar Prabhsimran Singh Jitesh Sharma Raj Bawa Bhanuka Rajapaksa Harpreet Bhatia |
Bowler |
R. Ashwin Trent Boult KC Cariappa Sandeep Sharma Yuzvendra Chahal Navdeep Saini Obed McCoy Kuldeep Sen Kuldip Yadav Adam Zampa KM Asif Murugan Ashwin |
Arshdeep Singh Rahul Chahar Nathan Ellis Vidwath Kaverappa |
Wicket-keeper |
Kunal Rathore |
Jonny Bairstow |
*Note- Playing XI team may change on the day of the match.
Strengths & Weakness of RR and PBKS
Rajasthan Royals |
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Strength |
Weakness |
Jos Buttler is expected to be the key player in the batting lineup of the team, with support from talented Indian players such as Jaiswal, Padikkal, Parag, and skipper Samson. |
The team appears to be a formidable force with no noticeable weaknesses, but their squad's depth is lacking, particularly for their strong batting order consisting of top-notch players who are difficult to replace. While Donovan Ferriera is available, it would be challenging to replace key players such as Buttler and Hetmyer. |
The team's captain, Sanju Samson, possesses exceptional power-hitting abilities, making their top-order a formidable challenge for the opposing bowlers. |
Indian star batters are irreplaceable in the squad as there are no backup options available. |
The Rajasthan Royals are also known for their strong bowling attack, with the impressive pairing of Krishna-Boult and Chahal-Ashwin performing well in the previous season. The team's fifth bowling option may be resolved with the addition of Holder in this year's IPL, making their attack even more well-rounded. |
The highly talented bowling lineup is also difficult to replace, with the RR team having several bowling backups, but none of them are convincing enough to substitute the main four players in the playing 11. |
Rajasthan Royals highest total against Punjab Kings is 226/6 |
Rajasthan Royals lowest total against Punjab Kings is 112/7 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
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Strength |
Weakness |
PBKS has a significant advantage in the IPL due to their abundance of strong big hitters. Unlike many other teams, PBKS has power-hitters dispersed throughout their entire batting order rather than just at the bottom. |
The main cause for concern among the team is the inconsistent form of their captain, Shikhar Dhawan. While Dhawan is a seasoned veteran of the Indian Premier League and has been the second-highest run-scorer after Virat Kohli, he has struggled to succeed in recent years. |
Their roster boasts players like Bairstow, Livingstone, Shahrukh Khan, and Jitesh Sharma, all of whom possess aggressive batting styles and healthy strike rates. |
PBKS have a formidable top order but are comparatively lacking in depth in their middle order and do not possess significant experience in that part of their batting lineup. |
PBKS also has a formidable group of domestic players currently in excellent form. Prabhsimran Singh, a Punjab batter, has performed remarkably in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Jitesh Sharma, a prominent domestic player, has even been selected for the Indian National team as a wicketkeeper-batsman. Meanwhile, young bowler Arshdeep has showcased his talents on the world stage by representing India in the World Cup. |
The team seems to lack a reliable spin-bowling option, with only Rahul Chahar available in that department. However, even Chahar has not delivered impressive performances lately, adding to the team's worries. |
Punjab Kings highest total against Rajasthan Royals is 221/6 |
Punjab Kings lowest total against Rajasthan Royals is 124(18.5) |
PBKS vs RR Betting Tips and Strategies
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- Research the teams of Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings. Know about their strengths and weaknesses.
- Research the strengths and weaknesses of the prominent players from both the teams, like Jos Buttler, Yashaswi Jaiswal, Devdutt Padikkal, Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer, Jonny Bairstow, Kagiso Rabada, and Liam Livingstone.
- Check the odds before betting on a trustworthy betting site like Fun88. Not checking the odds is the most common mistake. Always check and, if needed, compare the odds on betting platforms before placing a bet.
- Research the latest on a reliable betting platform like Fun88. You will find the latest betting odds, fixtures, standings and results here, making it easier to place a bet.
- Always check the pitch condition of the stadium before the match. The pitch condition can make a massive difference in the team's performances in cricket.
- The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati is expected to provide a good surface for stroke play, which could favour the batters. Therefore, based on the RR vs PBKS prediction, it may be wise to consider betting on the team with a more robust batting line-up.
- Similar to pitch conditions, the weather conditions also significantly impact the match. The turf’s wetness and humidity in the air can affect how a ball bounces on the pitch. The wind condition also impacts how the ball moves. This can make a massive difference in the match’s outcome. On 5 April, the wind speed is expected to be 8 km/hour, and the humidity is predicted to be 83%.
With proper research, you can create a winning strategy. Always have a strategy before placing a bet. Once you thoroughly analyse every aspect, you should be able to place the right bet.
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PBKS vs RR Betting Odds
Rajasthan Royals (RR) were the inaugural champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, under the captaincy of Shane Warne. However, the team has yet to be able to repeat its success in the subsequent years. They have made the playoffs a few times but failed to lift the trophy again. On the other hand, Punjab Kings (PBKS) is a team that has never won the IPL. They have had some good seasons but must be more consistent to win the tournament. However, with a strong batting lineup consisting of players like Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Shahrukh Khan, and Bhanuka Rajapaksa, PBKS looks like a team that could make it to the playoffs. In addition, they have experienced Kagiso Rabada and some talented bowlers like Rahul Chahar and Arshdeep Singh to lead their bowling attack.
Rajasthan Royals has a strong batting lineup with Jos Buttler, Yashaswi Jaiswal, Devdutt Padikkal, Sanju Samson, and Shimron Hetmyer. They also have some experienced bowlers, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Ravichandran Ashwin, who can make a difference in the game. Their spin department is robust, with match-winners like Chahal and Ashwin leading the way. PBKS has an edge with odds of 7.0 to win the IPL 2023 season. However, RR has a chance with their strong batting lineup and experienced spin department. However, both Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings have a good chance of making it to the playoffs in IPL 2023.
While RR has a history of winning the tournament, PBKS is yet to taste success in the IPL. It will be interesting to see how both teams perform and if they can finally break their title drought.
Fun88 experts have looked at the team lineup to know how they'd fare in the upcoming Tata IPL 2023 season. Keep checking the Fun88 website for the latest updates.
IPL 2023 Odds RR vs PBKS Match |
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Rajasthan Royals |
Punjab Kings |
1.90 |
1.82 |
*Disclaimer- Odds probability estimations may vary with the match.
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RR vs PBKS Match Expert Predictions: Analysis From Experienced IPL Betting Experts
According to experts, the prediction of Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings is that the match will be tough, where RR will try to maintain their winning streak, and PBKS will try to regain their lost glory. The pitch report of the match day suggests that the temperature is expected to hover around 31°C on the matchday with 8 km/hr wind speed and 83% humidity. On match day, there is no possibility of rain.
We can expect Rajasthan Royals to win the toss in the upcoming match against Punjab Kings. In the last game between the two teams, PBKS won the tosses. We can also expect Jos Buttler to be the highest scorer in the match. The England captain had an excellent outing with the bat in IPL 2022, winning the orange cap, and is likely to continue his form in IPL 2023.
Furthermore, Chahal, RR's leg-break googly bowler, is expected to take the most wickets in the match. Meanwhile, Liam Livingstone, PBKS's middle-order batsman, is predicted to hit the most sixes in the game. Livingstone has shown his ability to hit sixes in all game formats. Chahal is also expected to be the most economical bowler in the match. He usually comes into action after the powerplay overs and often puts the breaks on the scoring rate.
Lastly, we can expect RR's skipper, Sanju Samson, to grab the most catches in his team's match against PBKS. With quality seamers like Boult, , and Jason Holder at their disposal, many catches will likely be taken behind the stumps.
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