In the 6th match of IPL 2024, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to clash with Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore. RCB, having suffered a defeat to CSK in the season opener, are determined to secure their first victory and climb up the points table. Meanwhile, PBKS, coming off a strong win against Delhi Capitals, aim to maintain momentum and strengthen their position early in the tournament.
Match Details:
| Match | Punjab Kings Vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, IPL 2024 |
|---|---|
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Date & Time | Tuesday, March 25, 8:00 PM (IST) |
Pitch Report: The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is renowned for its exceptional batting surface and high-scoring matches, owing to its short boundaries and fast outfield. Whether batting first or second, no total appears safe on this pitch, as teams often win from precarious situations. However, teams batting first must aim to score well over 200 to remain competitive in the match.
RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | PBKS won | RCB Won | No Result | First Played | Last Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 17 | 14 | 0 | 05/05/2008 | 20/04/2023 |
Probable Playing XIs: Punjab Kings: Shikhar Dhawan(c), Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Faf du Plessis(c), Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik(w), Anuj Rawat, Karn Sharma, Alzarri Joseph, Mayank Dagar, Mohammed Siraj
Probable Best Players of the Match: Probable Best Batter: After a disappointing performance in the IPL 2024 opener, Virat Kohli is keen to demonstrate his skills in the upcoming game. He aims to play a solid innings and lead RCB to their first victory of the season against the in-form Punjab Kings.
Probable Best Bowler: Mohammed Siraj, known for his ability to generate swing early on, can provide crucial breakthroughs for RCB. Despite a tough outing in the first game, he would be determined to showcase his skills in the upcoming match, aiming to help RCB secure their first win and climb up the points table.
