RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025 Match-59, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams

In a quest to book their playoff spot, Punjab Kings will enter match 59 of Tata IPL 2025 against Rajasthan Royals as the firm favorites. The Royals will be hosting the Kings at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in the Pink City, Jaipur.

Punjab Kings have been brilliant this season. The new redefined setup has turned the tables around this season, and they have looked unstoppable. The captain-coach duo of Shreyas Iyer and Ricky Ponting has paid dividends for the side. With most of their overseas contingent still available for the remainder of the season, expect Punjab Kings to finish among the top two this season.

Rajasthan Royals, have nothing to lose. Being already out of the playoffs race, the team will only look to play for pride and give their fans something to cheer about. With this being their final home game of the season, a win will surely put smiles on their home fans’ faces.

Let’s delve deeper into this post for the RR vs PBKS Dream11 prediction.

RR vs PBKS: Match Details

Date: 18th May 2025
Time: 3:30 PM IST
Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

RCB vs KKR Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 29
RR won: 17
PBKS won: 12
No Result: 0
Tied: 0

Rajasthan Royals have historically dominated Punjab Kings in their IPL encounters. Over the years, these two teams have faced off 29 times, with RR emerging victorious on 17 occasions, while PBKS has managed 12 wins. This trend continued in their reverse fixture earlier this season, where Rajasthan Royals comfortably defeated Punjab Kings by 50 runs, further solidifying their upper hand in this rivalry.

RR vs PBKS, Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, Pitch Report

The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, for the IPL 2025 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings is expected to favor batting, offering a dry and hard surface that allows stroke-makers to dominate. Early in the innings, batters can capitalize on the consistent bounce and good carry, making it an ideal setting for aggressive shot-making. As the match progresses, spinners are likely to play a crucial role, especially in the second innings when the pitch tends to slow down. While pacers may extract some movement in the initial overs, they will need to rely on variations later in the game. Given the conditions, teams winning the toss might lean towards batting first to put pressure on the opposition with a strong total.

Here’s a refined table with key IPL stats for Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, including the records you requested:

RR vs PBKS Team News and Expected Playing XI

RR Team News

• Sanju Samson has rejoined the squad and is available for the upcoming match.
• Nitish Rana has been ruled out for the season and replaced by South Africa’s young talent, Luhan du Plessis, who is available for selection.
• Jofra Archer has decided against returning for the second phase of IPL 2025. Fazalhaq Farooqui is likely to take his place in the playing XI.
• Yudhvir Singh Charak might also be considered for a spot in the eleven as an Impact sub.
• Sandeep Sharma is already ruled out of the tournament due to a fractured finger.
• All other overseas players for the Rajasthan Royals are available, with no news of any additional absences.

RR Expected Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson (C/WK), Luhan du Plessis, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Madhwal
IMPACT PLAYERS: Yudhvir Singh Charak

PBKS Team News

• Mitchell Owen has officially joined the squad as Glenn Maxwell’s replacement and is available for selection.
• Marco Jansen, the South African all-rounder, is set to remain available until 25th May.
• Kyle Jamieson has been named as the replacement for injured Lockie Ferguson, strengthening Punjab’s bowling attack.
• Australian stars Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, and Aaron Hardie have yet to confirm whether they will return for the remainder of the tournament.
• Harpreet Brar is likely to be brought in as an impact substitute, adding depth to the team’s bowling

PBKS Expected Playing XI: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Priyansh Arya, Mitchell Owen, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Kyle Jamieson/Xavier Bartlett
IMPACT PLAYERS: Harpreet Brar

Who Will Win RR vs PBKS IPL 2025 Match No. 59?

As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the visitors, Punjab Kings, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.

Where to watch RR vs PBKS IPL 2025 Match no. 59?

The all-important clash between the Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kingss will take place on Sunday, May 18, at 03:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV streaming will take place on Star Sports Network.

RR vs PBKS Dream11 Fantasy Team

Wicket-keepers: Sanju Samson, Prabhsimran Singh
Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Priyansh Arya
All-rounders: Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Mitchell Owen
Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh

C/VC Options- Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, prabhsimran Singh, Marco Jansen