The Punjab Kings will be squaring off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 27th match of IPL 2023 on April 20 at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali. In this article, we will provide you with a detailed PBKS vs RCB match prediction IPL 2023 along with match details, probable playing XI, and pitch report.
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PBKS vs RCB Match Details
The PBKS vs RCB IPL 2023 match will be played between the Punjab Kings and the Royal Challengers Bangalore. The captains of both teams are Shikhar Dhawan and Faf du Plessis, respectively. The match will take place at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali, on April 20, Thursday, and is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM IST.
Pitch Report for PBKS vs RCB
The Punjab Cricket Association Stadium has traditionally been a good batting surface, and high-scoring matches can be expected. The fast bowlers can get some initial assistance from the pitch, and chasing a target seems to be the way to go. However, the due factor can play a crucial role in determining the match outcome.
PBKS vs RCB Match Prediction IPL 2023
Both teams have won two matches each in the first five games of IPL 2023. PBKS won against KKR, RR, and LSG but lost against SRH and GT. RCB won against MI and DC but lost against KKR, LSG, and CSK.
Despite PBKS's good form, RCB is the favorite to win the PBKS vs RCB match. RCB's batting lineup looks stronger than Punjab's batting lineup, with Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, and Glenn Maxwell being key players. Dinesh Karthik is also capable of finishing the match in tough situations, while Wanindu Hasaranga and Shahbaz Ahmed provide all-round options to the captain. In bowling, Md. Shiraj, Wayne Parnell, Harshal Patel, and Vijaykumar Vyshak have to perform well in the match.
PBKS's Captain Shikhar Dhawan is in good form, and Prabhsimran Singh also played a couple of good innings. However, 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, while Arshdeep Singh, Matt Henry, Kagiso Rabada, and Rahul 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.
