PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction: IPL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 27 of IPL 2024
PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction: Punjab Kings are all set to take on Rajasthan Royals in the 27th match of the Indian Premier League on Saturday. The match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur at 7:30 PM IST.
Punjab Kings have had an underwhelming run in the competition so far as they sit 8th in the points table with 2 wins and 3 defeats in 5 matches. They lost their previous match to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 2 runs and will be eyeing a bounce-back win here.
On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals have been in superb form so far this season. They sit at the top of the points table with 4 wins and 1 defeat in 5 games. The Royals from Rajasthan had their first defeat of the season in their previous game to Gujarat Titans by 3 wickets. They will look to get back to winning ways immediately without losing any momentum.
PBKS vs RR, Match 27 of IPL 2024 Details:
Date: 13th April 2024, Saturday
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh
Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Jio Cinema App
PBKS vs RR, Match 27 Pitch Report:
The surface is a batting paradise as the wicket is flat and hard. The boundaries are short and the outfield is quick. Hence, the batters are expected to dominate here. However, the surface has some bounce in it and the pacers could use it to a good effect with some extra effort.
PBKS vs RR, Match 27 Injury & Team News:
Punjab Kings
Liam Livingstone had practice sessions in the net and he could return to the playing 11 in this contest.
Rajasthan Royals
There are no updates on Nandre Burger and Sandeep Sharma yet from the RR’s medical team.
PBKS vs RR, Match 27 Probable Playing XIs:
Punjab Kings
Shikhar Dhawan (C), Jonny Bairstow, Prabsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Sikandar Raza/Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, and (Impact sub: Arshdeep Singh)
Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (C & WK), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, R Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Sen, Yuzvendra Chahal, and (Impact sub: Keshav Maharaj/Nandre Burger)
PBKS vs RR Dream11 Top Picks & Key Players:
For Punjab Kings
- Shikhar Dhawan – 152 runs in 5 matches
- Sam Curran – 120 runs and 6 wickets in 5 matches
- Kagiso Rabada – 7 wickets in 5 matches
For Rajasthan Royals
- Riyan Parag – 261 runs in 5 matches
- Sanju Samson – 246 runs in 5 matches
- Yuzvendra Chahal – 10 wickets in 5 matches
PBKS vs RR Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain Picks
- Sanju Samson
- Jos Buttler
- Sam Curran
Vice-Captain Picks
- Riyan Parag
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Shikhar Dhawan
PBKS vs RR, Match 27 – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
The form of top order is a cause of concern for Punjab Kings. The likes of Jonny Bairstow and Shikhar Dhawan haven’t hit the strides yet. Furthermore, the injury to Liam Livingstone has dented their chances. At the same time, barring Yashasvi Jaiswal’s form, there are no concerns for Rajasthan Royals. They will be eager to leave the last game behind them and iron out the small mistakes to register another away win.
As per our PBKS vs RR Today’s Match Prediction, Rajasthan Royals are expected to win this match.
PBKS vs RR Dream11 SL Team for Today’s Match:
Wicketkeepers: S Samson (C), J Buttler
Batters: S Dhawan, S Singh
All-Rounders: R Parag, S Curran (VC)
Bowlers: T Boult, Y Chahal, A Singh, K Rabada, K Sen
PBKS vs RR Dream11 Grand League Team For Today’s Match:
Wicketkeepers: S Samson, J Bairstow (C)
Batters: S Dhawan, Y Jaiswal
All-Rounders: R Parag, S Curran, L Livingstone
Bowlers: T Boult (VC), Y Chahal, A Singh, H Patel
PBKS vs RR Dream11, Match 27 Bonus Cricket Fantasy Tips:
- The surface has some assistance in it for the pacers. Hence, try the new ball pacers like Trent Boult and Kagiso Rabada as the captain in a couple of your GL teams.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal has miserably been out of the form so far this season. Try him as the captain in one of your GL team to maximize if he explodes tonight.
Disclaimer: The teams are formed based on our best knowledge, understanding, and analysis of the game. While selecting your team, consider all factors involved and make your own decision.
