RCB vs PBKS: IPL 2024 6th Pre-match Predictions

The 6th match of TATA IPL 2024 is scheduled for March 25, 2024, at Bengaluru, where the Punjab Kings will face off against the Royal Challengers

Get ready for a TATA IPL 2024 showdown as Royal Challengers Bangalore faces off against the Punjab Kings at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium. These teams have a history of thrilling clashes, making this match a treat for fans. Anticipation is high as both sides gear up for another exciting encounter. The rich legacy of their past battles sets the stage for an action-packed game, ensuring cricket enthusiasts an evening filled with excitement, suspense, and top-notch sporting moments.

Main information about match:

Royal Challengers Bangalore Players List & Role

Checkout team and player detaills of Royal Challengers Bangalore Squad - Indian Premier League, 2024 Squad
Name of the PlayerRole of the Player
Faf du Plessis (C)Batter
Virat KohliBatter
Rajat PatidarBatter
Glenn MaxwellBatting All-Rounder
Cameron GreenBatting All-Rounder
Dinesh KarthikWicket-Keeper/Batter
Mahipal LomrorBowling All-Rounder
Alzarri JosephBowler
Mohammed SirajBowler
Mayank DagarBowler
Akash DeepBowler

Punjab Kings Players List & Role

PBKS Final Team for IPL 2024: all-rounders
Name of the PlayerRole of the Player
Shikhar Dhawan (C)Batter
Prabhsimran SinghWicket-Keeper/Batter
Atharva TaideBatting All-Rounder
Liam LivingstoneBatting All-Rounder
Sikandar RazaBatting All-Rounder
Jitesh SharmaWicket-Keeper/Batter
Sam CurranBowling All-Rounder
Harshal PatelBowler
Kagiso RabadaBowler
Arshdeep SinghBowler
Rahul ChaharBowler

First Face-Off

On 5th May 2008, Royal Challengers Bangalore took on the Punjab Kings for the first time and the contest was held at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Punjab Kings won the toss and while fielding first, they conceded a total of 126 runs and Rahul Dravid was the one who got 66 runs for the team. Coming to the Punjab Kings team, they managed to chase the target within 18.2 overs as Shaun Marsh made 39 runs for the team in this match.

Previous IPL Results

Punjab Kings has got a healthy lead against the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the head-to-head record as the Punjab Kings have got 17 wins in the 31 contests played so far while Royal Challengers Bangalore has just 14 wins to their name so far.

Previous Results

Date of the MatchWinner of the MatchWon by
20-Apr-2023Royal Challengers Bangalore24 runs
13-May-2022Punjab Kings54 runs
27-Mar-2022Punjab Kings5 wickets
03-Oct-2021Royal Challengers Bangalore6 runs
30-Apr-2021Punjab Kings34 runs
15-Oct-2020Punjab Kings8 Wickets
24-Sep-2020Punjab Kings97 Runs
24-Apr-2019Royal Challengers Bangalore17 runs
13-Apr-2019Royal Challengers Bangalore8 Wickets
14-May-2018Royal Challengers Bangalore10 Wickets
13-Apr-2018Royal Challengers Bangalore4 Wickets
5-May-2017Punjab Kings16 Runs
10-Apr-2017Punjab Kings8 Wickets
18-May-2016Royal Challengers Bangalore82 Runs
9-May-2016Royal Challengers Bangalore1 Runs
13-May-2015Punjab Kings22 Runs
6-May-2015Royal Challengers Bangalore138 Runs
9-May-2014Punjab Kings32 Runs
28-Apr-2014Punjab Kings5 Wickets
14-May-2013Punjab Kings7 Wickets
6-May-2013Punjab Kings6 Wickets
2-May-2012Punjab Kings4 Wickets
20-Apr-2012Royal Challengers Bangalore5 Wickets
17-May-2011Punjab Kings111 Runs
6-May-2011Royal Challengers Bangalore85 Runs
2-Apr-2010Royal Challengers Bangalore6 Wickets
16-Mar-2010Royal Challengers Bangalore8 Wickets
1-May-2009Royal Challengers Bangalore8 Runs
24-Apr-2009Punjab Kings7 Wickets
12-May-2008Punjab Kings9 Wickets
5-May-2008Punjab Kings6 Wickets

Pre-Match Analysis

Talking about the players and the captains of both the teams, this pre-match analysis will tell you every small detail about the match. The wins and the losses of both the teams against each other have been listed.

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Faf du Plessis earns the title of the top batsman for the upcoming match, having amassed an impressive 533 runs with an average of 53.30 in his last 10 innings.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

When it comes to the standout bowler in the match, Arshdeep Singh has showcased exceptional form, securing 10 wickets in the last 10 matches played. His justified reputation is further supported by an economy rate of 10.15.

Match Details

The 6th match of TATA IPL 2024 is scheduled for March 25, 2024, at Bengaluru, where the Punjab Kings will face off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore. The action is set to kick off at 7:30 PM IST.

Pitch Report

M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru has been a graveyard for the bowlers as it has got short boundaries along with the pitch being completely flat. The batters here have the chance to get the big scores.

Today’s Match Prediction: Final Thoughts

Royal Challengers Bangalore have got the edge because of the better squad and the form as compared to the Punjab Kings team here.