Punjab Kings will be all set to lock horns against Royal Challengers Bangalore in this crucial TATA IPL encounter. Welcome to the PBKS vs RCB Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Punjab Kings were able to regain their momentum with a win in their last match which should keep them focused on maintaining their chances at this early stage of the tournament.
Royal Challengers Bangalore on the other hand have managed to work well as a team this season with strong batting and bowling potential that can work wonders as the series progresses.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Royal Challengers Bangalore should win this match by a very close margin.
Match Odds
PBKS- 2.12 RCB- 1.87
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is beneficial for pace bowlers. The winners of the toss should bowl first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a warm humid day.
Probable Playing 11
Punjab Kings
P.Singh (wk), J.Sharma, S.Dhawan, S.Khan, S.Curran, S.Raza, M.Short, A.Singh, N.Ellis, R.Chahar, K.Rabada
Royal Challengers Bangalore
D.Karthik (wk), V.Kohli, F.du Plessis, M.Lomror, G.Maxwell, W.Hasaranga, S.Ahmed, M.Siraj, H.Patel, K.Sharma, W.Parnell
Match Details
TATA IPL
Match: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Date and Time: 20th April – 03:30 pm IST
Venue: Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Punjab, India
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Jio Cinema App and Website
PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Team Prediction Today, TATA IPL, Fantasy Cricket Picks, Match Preview
Wicket-Keeper
Dinesh Karthik (7.5 Cr) can play a crucial innings considering his batting potential which should allow him to build up the necessary momentum needed to make his mark in this fixture.
Batsman
Shikhar Dhawan (9.0 Cr) has not been at his best in the last 2 matches but holds immense potential to retain his form which could be the case for this important contest.
Virat Kohli (9.0 Cr) lost his wicket early in the last match and will aim to make the most of his current momentum to enhance his already strong form which can be tested in this match.
Faf du Plessis (9.0 Cr) became the orange cap holder after an incredible 62 runs at a strike rate of 187.88 in the last match that can be taken up a notch making him our prime choice for this encounter.
All-rounders
Sam Curran (8.5 Cr) can score runs to keep the scoreboard moving but can also add important wickets to help his team get back in contention which can keep him motivated for this fixture.
Matthew Short (6.5 Cr) leans more towards his batting skills and has been consistent with his contributions in his last 2 matches which should allow him to regain his form as witnessed in the Big Bash League.
Glenn Maxwell (9.0 Cr) will make his way back to Mohali after an incredible 76 runs at a strike rate of 211.11 in the last match which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Bowlers
Kagiso Rabada (9.0 Cr) managed to keep his side in strong contention after finding an impressive 2 wickets in the last match which could keep him confident for the challenge that lies ahead making him a potential game-changer.
Arrshdeep Singh (8.5 Cr) has the potential to find at least one wicket with greater potential for more resulting in 8 wickets in his last 5 games which could channel a stronger performance coming into this game.
Mohammed Siraj (8.5 Cr) was silenced in the last match as he failed to make his mark with his bowling capabilities that can allow him to regroup and make good use of this surface.
Harshal Patel (8.5 Cr) has been decent with his contributions resulting in 6 wickets in the last 5 matches which can keep him motivated to give his all in this important contest.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
F.du Plessis will be our captain because of his batting potential which can be uncovered in this contest.
G.Maxwell will be our vice-captain because of his current overall form which can take him a long way in this tournament.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Karthik, Dhawan, Kohli, du Plessis (C), Curran, Short, Maxwell (VC), Rabada, Singh, Patel, Siraj
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.