IPL 2023: Match 66, PBKS vs RR Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match Between Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals?

Match Prediction for today's IPL match between PBKS vs RR, Match 66: Rajasthan Royals' playoff hopes extinguished after a crushing 112-run defeat to RCB.

PBKS vs RR – Today’s IPL Match Prediction: Punjab Kings will lock horns against Rajasthan Royals in Match 65 of the IPL, 2023 on Friday, May 19, 2023, at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala.

Punjab Kings’ hopes of reaching the play-offs have been dashed as they have won only six out of their 13 matches in the tournament, losing the remaining seven. With just 12 points to their name, they find themselves at the eighth position on the points table.

Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, have faced a parallel fate in the tournament, winning six matches out of the 13 they have competed in. Their chances of qualifying for the playoffs have been nearly extinguished after a devastating defeat by a margin of 112 runs against RCB in their last match.


PBKS vs RR Match Details

  • Match: Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, Match 65
  • Date: Friday, May 19, 2023
  • Time: 7:30 PM (IST) | 2:00 PM (GMT) | 7:30 PM (Local)
  • Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala 

PBKS vs RR Pitch Report

The playing surface at this venue offers favorable conditions for batters, allowing the ball to come onto the bat smoothly. We can expect yet another high-scoring encounter on this ground. It is likely that whichever team wins the toss will opt to chase.


PBKS vs RR Predicted Playing XI For Today’s IPL Match

Punjab Kings Playing XI

Shikhar Dhawan (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Sam Curran, Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Nathan Ellis, Rishi Dhawan, Arshdeep Singh.

Impact Sub: Prabhsimran Singh.

Rajasthan Royals Playing XI

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (C & WK), Joe Root, Devdutt Padikkal/Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, KM Asif, Yuzvendra Chahal.

Impact Sub: Dhruv Jurel.


PBKS vs RR Head-to-Head Records For Today’s IPL Match

25
Matches Played
11
Matches Won
14
14
Matches Lost
11

Last 5 Match Form Guide For Today’s IPL Match Between Punjab Kings & Rajasthan Royals

PBKS Form

L
W
L
L
W

RR Form

L
W
L
L
L

PBKS vs RR Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

If Punjab Kings (PBKS) win the toss and opts to bat

  • PBKS Powerplay Score: 45-50 Runs
  • PBKS Total Score: 160-180
  • Result: Punjab Kings win the match

If Rajasthan Royals (RR) win the toss and opts to bat

  • RR Powerplay Score: 35-40 Runs
  • RR Total Score: 150-170
  • RR: Punjab Kings win the match

PBKS vs RR Live Telecast & Streaming Details, Where to Watch Today’s IPL Match in India?

  • Live Streaming: JioCinema
  • TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the author’s expertise, analysis, and intuition. However, it is important to consider the points mentioned and ultimately use your own discretion when making your final prediction.