IPL 2022: PBKS vs RR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between Punjab and Rajasthan?

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on the strong-looking Punjab Kings in their next encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 to be played at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on May 7 (Saturday). To note, RR are currently placed third in the points table with six wins in ten matches. However, the Royals have lost their previous two matches against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Mumbai Indians (MI).

Meanwhile, the Punjab Kings, after having some disappointing results, managed to beat the new entrants Gujarat Titans (GT) in their previous group stage match of IPL 2022. For PBKS, the bowling department is doing well. However, the poor form of skipper Mayank Agarwal will be a concern for the Kings.

Match Details

Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Date & Time: May 7, 3:30 PM

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network for Television and Disney + Hotstar app for live streaming.

Pitch Report

The Wankhede Stadium has produced some high scoring encounters and the match between Rajasthan and Punjab might witness another such game. As it is a day encounter, there will be no chances of dew and the captains might look to bat first and defend the target later.

Probable Playing XIs for PBKS vs RR

Punjab Kings

Mayank Agarwal (c), Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Rishi Dhawan, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Sandeep Sharma

Rajasthan Royals

Jos Buttler, Devdutt Padikkal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Karun Nair/Rassie van der Dussen, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Prasidh Krishna, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Sen

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the Match

Jos Buttler:

Wicket-keeper batter Jos Buttler has been in excellent form in the tournament so far. However, he did not manage to capitalize on the start he got in his previous match. The right-handed batter is the leading run-scorer in the tournament and will want to provide a decent start to his team in the next encounter against the Punjab Kings.

Probable best bowler of the Match

Yuzvendra Chahal:

The leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has been impressive for his new franchise RR so far. The spinner has 19 wickets in just 10 matches and is currently sitting right at the top of the most wickets list. Chahal would like to continue his good form with the ball in the next encounter as well.

Today’s match prediction: Chasing team to win the match.

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.