Key Highlights:
PBKS vs RCB resumes with renewed intensity in Match 37 of IPL 2025, scheduled for April 20 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium, Mullanpur. The rare 48-hour turnaround between two sides adds unique pressure, especially with both teams hovering in the mid-table zone and scrambling for playoff qualification.
After a five-wicket win in their rain-shortened encounter at Bengaluru, Punjab Kings (PBKS) have momentum on their side. However, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) remain confident, having won all four of their away games this season.
PBKS Riding Confidence After Last Win
In the April 18 clash, PBKS chased down a 143-run target (in 14 overs) with 11 balls to spare. Nehal Wadhera’s unbeaten 33 and Yuzvendra Chahal’s 2/11, including the wicket of former teammate Rajat Patidar, were the highlights.
- Result: PBKS won by 5 wickets
- Top PBKS Performers: Chahal (2/11), Wadhera (33*), Arshdeep Singh (tight death overs)
PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer emphasized team composure post-match:
“We stayed calm and executed our roles. Now it’s about repeating that away from home.”
RCB Eye Redemption on the Road
While RCB’s home form has dipped (3 consecutive losses), their away record is spotless this season. With Virat Kohli leading from the front, and Phil Salt and Rajat Patidar consistently scoring, RCB believe their brand of cricket can hold under pressure again.
“We don’t dwell on the past. This is a fresh game, and we know how to win away,” said Kohli.
RCB Key Batters So Far:
- Virat Kohli: 347 runs in 7 matches
- Phil Salt: 276 runs at a strike rate of 152
- Tim David: 3 finishing knocks this season
Match Day Information
- Fixture: PBKS vs RCB, Match 37
- Date: April 20, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, Mullanpur
- Live Broadcast: Star Sports
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar+
Pitch and Weather Forecast
- Pitch Type: Batting-friendly with a flat deck and quick outfield
- Spinners’ Role: More effective in second half of the innings
- Weather: Clear skies, 33°C — no rain expected
With a full 40-over match expected, totals of 190+ could be par, particularly with both teams boasting explosive top orders.
Players to Watch
PBKS
- Yuzvendra Chahal: 9 wickets in 6 matches
- Nehal Wadhera: Key finisher role
- Arshdeep Singh: Death-over specialist
RCB
- Virat Kohli: In form, leading Orange Cap charts
- Rajat Patidar: Seeking revenge after last match dismissal
- Josh Hazlewood: Powerplay threat
What This Means for the Points Table
- A win for PBKS strengthens their claim in the top six, potentially pushing them to 10 points.
- RCB, with better net run rate, could leapfrog PBKS with a victory and solidify their playoff case.
PBKS vs RCB: Expect Fireworks in Mullanpur
This PBKS vs RCB clash isn’t just a routine fixture — it’s a high-pressure grudge match with postseason implications. RCB wants redemption, PBKS seeks domination. With form, fatigue, and motivation all coming into play, fans are in for a cracking afternoon showdown in Chandigarh.
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