PBKS vs RCB 37th Match Toss Update, Playing 11, & Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s PBKS vs RCB IPL 2025 clash. Stay updated with key match insights and expert analysis.

The second most exciting match of the season is just around the corner. Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore - two of the best teams ever - are set to lock horns with each other. The two teams will be facing off for the second time in a row and Royal Challengers Bangalore will be looking to avenge their last match.

Both teams have been on a roll right from the start. RCB consolidated their position by beating Rajasthan Royals with ease, while Punjab Kings registered a big win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the last match. But, the journey hasn't been that smooth. Bangalore lost to Punjab Kings, Gujarat and Delhi, and Punjab lost to Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

That being said, Punjab is one team that has regained its sheen. After a few ups and downs, they made an impressive comeback - first with a convincing win over Chennai Super Kings and then with a dramatic, record-breaking defence against KKR. Defending just 111 runs, they pulled off the least successful defence in IPL history, thanks largely to a masterclass from Yuzvendra Chahal, who picked up four crucial wickets to change the course of the match.

Meanwhile, RCB put up a ruthless performance against Rajasthan Royals. Their top order was in great form, as Phil Salt, Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal chased down the target to register a nine-wicket win. This kind of form, especially from their big names, is what RCB fans love to see. With both teams pumped up and brimming with confidence, this contest isn't just about two points - it's about setting down a marker in the playoff race.

RCB vs PBKS Toss Update 

Royal Challengers Bangalore won the toss and chose to bowl first. 

RCB vs PBKS Starting XI 

Both teams have a strong squad, and their Playing 11 is expected to feature some of the best names in world cricket. Here's a look at the possible lineups for RCB and PBKS:   

Punjab Kings (PBKS): Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer(c), Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis, Shashank Singh(w), Marcus Stoinis, Harpreet Brar, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal  

Impact Sub: Praveen Dubey, Vijaykumar Vaishak, Harpreet Brar, Prabhsimran Singh

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dayal  

Impact Subs: Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Romario Shepherd

RCB vs PBKS Match Prediction 

As both teams have solid squads, predicting a winner in today’s match is difficult, but here’s how it might unfold: 

Match Prediction: One of the biggest talking points this IPL season has been RCB’s pursuit of that elusive first title — and so far, they’ve looked every bit like serious contenders. What’s been particularly impressive is their perfect record on the road. Four games, four wins — and not just anywhere. They’ve conquered the likes of Chepauk, Eden Gardens, Wankhede, and the SMS Stadium. That’s no small feat. 

But here’s the twist — both of their losses have come at home, at the usually buzzing Chinnaswamy Stadium. It’s a stat that has RCB fans feeling a little uneasy ahead of their next fixture against Punjab Kings, which just so happens to be at home. That said, if there’s ever a time for them to flip the script at Chinnaswamy, it’s now. This could be the game where RCB finally shake off their home hoodoo and notch up their first win in Bengaluru this season. 

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