Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (PBKS vs RCB), the 27th match of IPL 2023 will be played on April 20 at Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali. In this article, we will talk about PBKS vs RCB Match Prediction IPL 2023 along with Match Details, Probable XI, and Pitch Report.
Punjab Kings won two matches in the first five matches of IPL 2023. Whereas RCB won only two matches in their first five matches of IPL 2023. PBKS won against KKR, RR, and LSG whereas they lost against SRH and GT. Similarly, RCB won against MI and DC whereas lost against KKR, LSG, and CSK.
PBKS is looking for their fourth win while RCB searching for their third win in the tournament. The clash between both teams will be interesting to watch out for.
PBKS vs RCB Match Details
| Topic: | PBKS vs RCB IPL 2023 Match Prediction |
| Match: | Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) |
| Captains: | Shikhar Dhawan vs Faf du Plessis |
| Venue: | Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali |
| Date & Time: | April 20 (Thursday), 3:30 PM IST (3:45 Nepali Time) |
Pitch Report for PBKS vs RCB
The surface of the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium is favorable for batters and high-scoring matches can be expected. Fast bowlers can get some assistance on the pitch in initial overs. Chasing the target seems easier on this ground. The due factor can also affect the match results.
PBKS vs RCB Match Prediction IPL 2023
RCB is the favorite for the PBKS vs RCB match. RCB team’s batting lineup seems stronger than Punjab’s batting lineup so there is a high chance that RCB will win the match.
RCB top-order batsmen look very strong. Virat, Faf, and Maxwell can destruct any bowling lineup. From the lower order, D Kartik is able to finish the match in very hard situations. Hasaranga and Shahbaz can give all-round options to the captain. In bowling, Shiraj, Parnell, Harshal, and VK Vyshak have to perform well in the match.
It will be not easy for RCB to defeat Punjab Kings. Punjab’s Captain Shikhar Dhawan is in good form, and Prabhsimran Singh also played a couple of good innings. Dhawan and Livingston’s injury could be a concerning factor. Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Jitesh Sharma have to perform well in the match. Sikandar Raza also played fine innings in the previous match and Shahrukh Khan also batted well. Sam Curren provides all round options. Arshdeep, Ellis, Rabada, and R Chahar have to perform well in the match.
Predicted Winner: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Predicted Best Batsman: Virat Kohli
Predicted Best Bowler: Md. Shiraj
PBKS vs RCB Match Playing XI (Probable)
Punjab Kings (PBKS) Probable Playing XI
Shikhar Dhawan (c), Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Liam Livingston, Sikandar Raza, Shahrukh Khan, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Probable Playing XI
Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Mahipal Lomror, Glenn Maxwell, Shahbaz Ahmed, Dinesh Karthik(wk), Wanindu Hasaranga, Wayne Parnell, Harshal Patel, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Mohammed Siraj
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