Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), currently placed 3th on the table with 4 wins in 6 matches, will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS), who sit just beneath them at 4 with 6 wins from 5 games. Historically, these two sides have locked horns 31 times, with Punjab Kings having a slight edge — 17 wins to RCB’s 14. As the mid-season crunch approaches, both teams will be eyeing a crucial victory to stay in playoff contention. With form, firepower, and rivalry in play, this promises to be one of the most thrilling fixtures of the week.
Live Streaming Info
Fans can catch the RCB Vs PBKS live on Star Sports Network in India, Fox Sports in Australia, and Ten Sports in Pakistan. The match will start at 7:00 pm PST, 7:30 pm IST, and 2:00 pm GMT.
Team Analysis
Royal Challengers Bengaluru come into the match with mixed momentum. Their batting remains their stronger suit, thanks largely to Virat Kohli, who’s shown signs of classic form with consistent knocks. Alongside him, Rajat Patidar has been providing stability at No. 3, while Glenn Maxwell and Cameron Green add muscle in the middle overs. Tim David, in his final IPL season, has played the finisher’s role to near perfection. Moreover, the opener Phil Salt is in lethal form and can provide a foundational start to his team’s batting innings while optimizing the usage of powerplay.
However, RCB’s bowling looked vulnerable. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been uncharacteristically expensive this season, and overseas recruits like Josh Hazlewood haven’t lived up to expectations yet. The silver lining is young spinner Krundal Pandya, who has quietly impressed with his economy and key breakthroughs. RCB’s ability to defend totals or restrict opposition depends heavily on their bowlers stepping up — and quickly.
Punjab Kings, on the other hand, have been one of the more unpredictable teams this season. Shreyas Iyer continues to anchor the top order, but the real surprise package has been Liam Livingstone, who’s been in brutal hitting form. Glenn Maxwell has been equally effective with both bat and ball, providing balance in crunch moments. Bowling-wise, PBKS boasts depth with Marco Jansen leading the pace attack and spin master, Chahal. Both have been in epic form accumulating a total of 7 wickets in the last game against KKR. Let’s see if they able to turn the tables in this game or not!
Conclusion
The match will be played at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, a venue notorious for favoring batsmen and producing high-scoring thrillers. Expect fireworks with the bat, especially in the second innings under lights. RCB will rely on home advantage and batting depth, while PBKS will bank on their all-rounders and early wickets. Impact players to watch include Virat Kohli and Bhuvneshwar Kumar for RCB, and Liam Livingstone and Shreyas Iyer for PBKS. To watch RCB vs PBKS live, scroll up and check the streaming details provided above.
