RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction: Rajasthan Royals (RR) will be looking to snap their three-game losing run when they play Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati, on Wednesday evening. PBKS are out of playoff contention and will be playing for pride, but RR can still top the league table despite being three points behind Kolkata Knight Riders.
RR could have easily won at least two of the last three games. Their current skid started with the heart-wrenching one-run defeat at Sunrisers Hyderabad. The Royals can blame only themselves after failing to score six runs in the last three balls.
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The next game against Delhi Capitals was marred by controversy surrounding the dismissal of Sanju Samson, whose departure tilted the match towards DC. But RR had no issues in the last game where they were completely outplayed by Chennai Super Kings, who beat them by 5 wickets.
Sanju Samson arguing umpire after his dismissal against Delhi Capitals
RR, however, should finish in the top two. They need only two points from their last two games to achieve the intended target.
For Punjab Kings, the season is already done. They are placed last on the points table and come into this game off the back of two straight defeats.
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RR vs PBKS Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: Renowned for its batting-friendly nature in white-ball cricket, expect batsmen to dominate the bowlers at Barsapara Stadium when Rajasthan Royals play Punjab Kings on Wednesday evening. The Indian cricket team has also played cricket here, and in some T20I matches, we saw teams batting first and second crossing the 200-run mark. So it could be another run-fest here at Barsapara Stadium.
Highest IPL total: 199/4 – By RR vs DC
Lowest IPL total: 142/9 by DC vs RR
Highest total at this ground: 237/3 by India vs South Africa
Lowest total at this ground: 118/10 by India vs Australia
Weather Report: Although temperature in Guwahati is slightly lower than Jaipur, the high humidity level makes the conditions a tad harder for players to cope. The maximum temperature is likely to hover between 32°C and 34°C, but the humidity level is expected to remain higher than 60%. There’s 20% chance of rain in Guwahati on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
RR vs PBKS Head To Head Record
| Matches played | 27 |
| RR Wins | 16 |
| PBKS Wins | 11 |
| No Result | 00 |
RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Injury and availability News
Rajasthan Royals
- If RR want to win the IPL trophy then they will have to do it without the services of Jos Buttler who has left the 2008 IPL champions to join England squad for T20I series against Pakistan.
- So RR are forced to make some changes in their playing 11. Tom Kohler-Cadmore is one of the players who might come into Rajasthan Playing XI.
- Since Kohler-Cadmore is a middle-order batsman, Sanju Samson might promote himself in the batting order and open the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal.
- That means, Riyan Parag playing at no-3, followed by either Tom Kohler-Cadmore or Dhruv Jurel.
- Shimron Hetmyer is expected to replace Shubham Dubey in Rajasthan Royals’ Playing XI vs Punjab Kings.
- If RR bowl in the 2nd innings, Nandre Burger is likely to play as an Impact Player.
Punjab Kings
- Liam Livingstone took to social media to announce his departure from the IPL as he aims to rest his knee before the T20I World Cup, which is set to start next month.
- But Sam Curran and Jonny Bairstow are expected to play this game and will leave for England at the end of this week.
- Regular captain Shikhar Dhawan has stayed back in Mohali as he continues to recover from injuries. Curran is set to lead the team in his absence.
- Other than Sam Curran and Jonny Bairstow, Rilee Rossouw and Kagiso Rabada should be the other two overseas players in Punjab Kings’ Playing XI vs Rajasthan Royals.
- If PBKS bowl in the 2nd innings, Arshdeep Singh is likely to be the Impact Player.
TOP Picks For RR vs PBKS Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Sanju Samson: With Buttler gone, Sanju Samson will have to play with even more responsibility and vigor. We know he can do exactly that, as he is in red-hot form and is the leading scorer for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024. What’s special about Samson this season is that he is scoring more runs in chases and showing determination in pressure situations.
Sanju Samson in IPL 2024: Runs: 486 | 50s: 05 | 4s: 44 | 6s: 23. - Sam Curran: He can impact the match with both bat and ball. The 2022 ICC T20 World Cup Man of the Series winner has had a decent IPL 2024 campaign after scoring 207 runs and taking 14 wickets in 12 innings. That’s a solid return for any player. Had he received any significant help, PBKS might have been in the top four. Nevertheless, Curran should be in your RR vs PBKS Dream11 Today IPL teams.
Sam Curran in IPL 2024: Runs: 207 | Wickets: 14. - Yashasvi Jaiswal: The 60-ball century he played against Mumbai Indians was an innings of the highest quality. His shot-making and aggression go hand-in-hand. That innings also sent a timely reminder to everyone of how good he is and why he is the first choice to open the innings with Rohit Sharma in the upcoming T20I World Cup.
Yashasvi Jaiswal in IPL 2024: Runs: 344 | 100s: 01 | 50s: 01 | 4s: 41 | 6s: 13. - Jonny Bairstow: He is the kind of player who is capable of winning games on his own. He played one of the best innings of IPL 2024 when he smashed his way to an unbeaten match-winning 108-run innings off just 48 balls. That was the kind of innings we expect Bairstow to play more often than not. Consider Bairstow in your RR vs PBKS Fantasy cricket teams.
Jonny Bairstow in IPL 2024: Runs: 284 | 100s: 01 | 4s: 32 | 6s: 14.
Vice-Captain Options:
- Riyan Parag: Rajasthan Royals are blessed with young Indian players who are primed to dominate world cricket. Riyan Parag certainly belongs to that category. The 22-year-old is playing like a pro-batter who has all the experience in the world. His scoring form has sent a big signal to the Indian team selectors. He is one for the future. He can be considered either as a captain or vice-captain in at least one or two fantasy cricket teams.
Riyan Parag in IPL 2024: Runs: 483 | 50s: 04 | 4s: 32 | 6s: 31. - Harshal Patel: The former RCB bowler has taken the joint most wickets in IPL 2024, having claimed 20 wickets in 12 innings. He can move to the very top of the Purple Cap list with a single wicket in this game. Considering he has been taking wickets in almost all the games, he can be the difference in fantasy cricket teams.
Harshal Patel in IPL 2024: Innings: 12 | Wickets: 20. - Shashank Singh: Shashank has played some match-winning innings in IPL 2024 and can do exactly the same in this game as well. He deserves more respect and recognition for his batting exploits this season after outscoring his teammates en route to a team-high 352 runs in 12 innings this season.
Shashank Singh in IPL 2024: Runs: 352 | 50s: 02 | 4s: 28 | 6s: 21. - Yuzvendra Chahal: With 15 wickets in 12 innings, the former RCB spinner is the leading wicket-taker for RR this season. The 33-year-old can break any team’s backbone in his four-over spell during the middle-overs. He is worth the shot either as a captain or vice-captain in Dream11 fantasy cricket teams.
Yuzvendra Chahal in IPL 2024: Innings: 12 | Wickets: 15.
Players Worth Considering
- Arshdeep Singh: Has taken 16 wickets in 12 matches leading up to this game.
- Trent Boult: The New Zealander has taken 11 wickets in 12 innings. His new-ball spell can trouble PBKS’ openers.
- Dhruv Jurel: Has regained his form and can score quick runs in the middle-overs.
- Prabhsimran Singh: Has scored 257 runs in 12 innings, including one half century.
- Avesh Khan: In decent form after taking 11 wickets in 12 innings.
RR vs PBKS Predicted Lineups
Rajasthan Royals Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (C/WK), Riyan Parag, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Sandeep Sharma, Yuzvendra Chahal, Nandre Burger (Impact Player)
Punjab Kings Playing XI: Prabhsimran Singh, Jonny Bairstow, Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Sam Curran (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Ashutosh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh (Impact Player)
RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Teams
RR vs PBKS Dream 11 Prediction Team 1 (Updated)
- Wicketkeepers: S Samson, J Bairstow
- Batsmen: Y Jaiswal (C), S Singh
- All-rounders: S Curran (VC), R Parag
- Bowlers: Y Chahal, H Patel, S Sharma, R Chahar, T Boult
RR vs PBKS Dream 11 Prediction Team 2 (Updated)
- Wicketkeepers: S Samson (C), P Singh
- Batsmen: Y Jaiswal, R Rossouw
- All-rounders: R Ashwin, S Curran, R Parag (VC)
- Bowlers: Y Chahal, A Khan, A Singh, H Brar
