The IPL 2025 thirty-fourth match features Royal Challengers Bengaluru going up against Punjab Kings at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on 18th April at 7:30 PM IST.
Get the best RCB vs PBKS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 34th match of the IPL 2025. Expert analysis and more.
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The thirty-fourth match of IPL 2025 will be played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on April 18.
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Impressive form this season, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won four of their first six matches. A commanding victory over the Rajasthan Royals, with a big partnership from Phil Salt and Virat Kohli, crucial runs from them both contributed to the team’s success.
Likewise, Punjab Kings have also performed to their credit in this season by registering four wins from six matches, which is the same as Bengaluru’s record. In the last meeting, Prabhsimran Singh had a good beginning, and Yuzvendra Chahal made a difference with the ball as the side managed to win a close encounter against Kolkata Knight Riders.
These two franchises have played each other 33 times in the history of the IPL, and the Punjab Kings have had the edge, winning 17 times, while the Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won 16.
RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record:
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RCB vs PBKS Weather & Pitch Report:
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RCB vs PBKS Playing 11s (Predicted):
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar©, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Devdutt Padikkal
Punjab Kings Playing 11: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer©, Josh Inglis(wk), Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Suryansh Shedge
Hot Picks for RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Virat Kohli — The right-handed batter from Royal Challengers Bengaluru played a brilliant knock, piling up 62 runs in the previous match. |
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Shreyas Iyer — The Punjab Kings’ skipper, known for his calm approach, will look to bounce back strong after a rare duck in the last game. |
Top Picks:
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Philip Salt — The aggressive right-handed batter from Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a superb knock, smashing 65 runs in the last game. |
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Rajat Patidar — The Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper shoulders the responsibility of stabilizing their middle-order with his composed stroke play. |
Budget Picks:
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Prabhsimran Singh — The right-handed wicket-keeper batter from Punjab Kings provides aggressive starts at the top as their reliable opener. |
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Yuzvendra Chahal — The right-arm leg-spinner from Punjab Kings often proves effective in the middle overs, particularly while defending a target. |
RCB vs PBKS Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Virat Kohli & ShreyasIyer |
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Philip Salt & RajatPatidar |
RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
• Keepers – Phil Salt (vc), Prabhsimran Singh
• Batsmen – Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli (c), Rajat Patidar, Priyansh Arya
• All-rounders – Glenn Maxwell, Krunal Pandya, Marco Jansen
• Bowlers – Arshdeep Singh, Josh Hazlewood
RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
• Keepers – Phil Salt
• Batsmen – Shreyas Iyer (c), Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar(vc), Priyansh Arya
• All-rounders – Glenn Maxwell, Krunal Pandya, Marco Jansen
• Bowlers – Arshdeep Singh, Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar
RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 34 IPL 2025 Players to Avoid:
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RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 34 IPL 2025 Expert Advice:
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Prabhsimran Singh |
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RCB vs PBKS Match Winner Prediction:
With a powerful lineup at their disposal, Punjab Kings are anticipated to win this contest.
