PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI Updates, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 3 - Mar 27th 2022

Preview:

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will square off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 3^rd match of the IPL 2022. Both sides are aiming to end their trophy drought this year. Punjab Kings did well in this year’s auction and bought talented players such as Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, and Kagiso Rabada. Mayank Agarwal will lead the new-look side. They always perform well against the Royal Challengers Bangalore and will look to repeat similar performances in this match as well.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore, on the other hand, have a completely revamped side for this edition, with Faf du Plessis named as their new captain after Virat Kohli gave up the captaincy role last year. Glenn Maxwell will miss the first few matches due to personal reasons. Dinesh Karthik will don the gloves behind the stumps. Speedsters Josh Hazlewood and Jason Behrondorff are unavailable for the first 3 matches.

Match Details:

Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, Match 3

Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai

Date & Time: March 27th at 7:30 PM IST and local time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar

PBKS vs RCB, Match 3 Pitch Report:

Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy has hosted 7 IPL matches in the past. Like other venues in Mumbai, the teams chasing have an impressive track record here as well.

Injury and News:

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PBKS vs RCB, Match 3 Probable Playing XIs:

Punjab Kings

Mayank Agarwal (c), Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Shahrukh Khan, Odean Smith, Raj Bawa, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Rahul Chahar, Sandeep Sharma

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Faf du Plessis (c), Anuj Rawat, Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, David Willey, Shahbaz Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Akash Deep, Mohammad Siraj

Top Picks for PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batters

Shikhar Dhawan had an amazing run last year during his stint with Delhi Capitals. In the 16 matches, he mustered 587 runs at an average of 39.13 with a best score of 92.

Faf du Plessis had an exceptional tournament with the bat last year. He ended up as the 2^nd leading run-scorer with 633 runs in 16 matches. With additional responsibilities on his shoulders, he is expected to do well in this edition.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Liam Livingstone is worth a pick for your fantasy teams. He can be a match-winner for Punjab Kings and has all the qualities of a perfect all-rounder.

Wanindu Hasaranga was roped in by RCB for a huge of amount INR 10.75 crores. Sri Lankan sensation played only 2 IPL matches last year where he did not live up to the expectations. He is a wicket-taking bowler and can be destructive with the bat as well.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Arshdeep Singh was retained by Punjab Kings purely on the basis of his bowling skills. In the 12 matches last year, he scalped 18 wickets at an economy of 8.27 with best figures of 5 for 32.

Harshal Patel has caused more trouble for the batters with his change-ups last year. He emerged as the leading wicket-taker in IPL 2021 with 32 wickets in 15 matches.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Dinesh Karthik can play as a floater in the batting line-up. He can be a finisher RCB will be looking for after AB de Villiers retirement.

PBKS vs RCB Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Dinesh Karthik, Shikhar Dhawan, Faf du Plessis (c), Mayank Agarwal (vc), Shahrukh Khan, Liam Livingstone, Wanindu Hasaranga, Shahbaz Ahmed, Harshal Patel, Mohammad Siraj, Arshdeep Singh

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Dinesh Karthik, Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Mayank Agarwal, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Sherfane Rutherford, Liam Livingstone (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel (vc), Odean Smith, Rahul Chahar

PBKS vs RCB Risky Captaincy Choices:

Odean Smith has impressed the cricketing fraternity with his brilliant six-hitting abilities. He is highly destructive with the bat and can pick wickets as well. He is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Shahbaz Ahmed has picked up 7 wickets and scored 59 runs in the last edition. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Player you should avoid:

Considering a lot of competition, it’s hard to pick Harpreet Brar in your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

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