The upcoming clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday (March 25) is gearing up to add some serious excitement to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. This match is a big deal because Punjab will be aiming to keep their winning streak going strong, while Bengaluru will be eager to bounce back after a couple of initial losses.
Now, let's talk about the venue. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface, especially in the shortest format of the game. With a flat pitch and short boundaries, we can expect some high-scoring action, making it a real treat for the fans. Plus, with the chasing team having a slight edge, things are bound to get even more thrilling!
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RCB vs PBKS : Head to Head Record:
In the IPL since 2008, Bengaluru and PBKS have clashed 31 times. RCB came out on top in 14 of those games, while Punjab secured victory in 17. Over the last five encounters, Punjab has maintained a slight edge with a score of 3-2 against Bengaluru.
At the Chinnaswamy Stadium, the battles have been intense, with Bengaluru holding a narrow lead of 6-5 against PBKS. Both teams have shown fierce competitiveness in their recent meetings, making their matchups eagerly anticipated by cricket fans everywhere.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Overview
RCB didn't kick off the IPL 2024 season on the best note. They suffered a six-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their home ground fortress, with the top order failing to deliver and some questionable bowling decisions adding to their woes. Their upcoming match against PBKS holds significant importance as it marks their first home game of the season, and they'll be eager to turn things around, especially after being runners-up in 2016.
RCB's probable playing XI for IPL 2024 against PBKS
- Faf du Plessis
- Virat Kohli
- Cameron Green
- Rajat Patidar
- Glenn Maxwell
- Anuj Rawat
- Dinesh Karthik
- Mayank Dagar
- Lockie Ferguson
- Himanshu Shar
- Mohammed Siraj
Punjab Kings (PBKS) Overview
Undoubtedly, the best season for PBKS in the league was 2014, marking their last playoff qualification to date. Now, in 2024, they're aiming to enhance their record and ideally clinch their first-ever trophy. They've kicked off the season on a positive note, securing a six-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals (DC). The stars of the win were Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, and Arshdeep Singh, who shone brightly in the opening match.
PBKS's probable playing XI for the IPL 2024 against RCB:
- Shikhar Dhawan
- Jonny Bairstow
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Atharva Taide
- Liam Livingstone
- Jitesh Sharma
- Harpreet Brar
- Sam Curran
- Kagiso Rabada
- Rahul Chahar
- Arshdeep Singh
