It’s a crucial match for both Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru as they aim to improve their standings in the IPL 2024 tournament. With RCB showing improvement in their recent form and PBKS looking to turn things around, it sets the stage for an exciting contest. The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala will witness some fierce competition on May 9th. Cricket fans are surely in for a treat!
PBKS vs RCB Match Details:
| Match | Punjab Kings Vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, IPL 2024 |
| Venue | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala |
| Date & Time | Thursday, May 9, 7:30 pm (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Star Sports Channels, JioCinema App & Website |
Pitch Report:
Absolutely, considering the nature of the pitch at the HPCA stadium in Dharamsala, where bowlers, especially pacers, tend to get assistance, opting to bowl first could indeed be a strategic move. A low-scoring encounter seems plausible given the conditions, and teams might aim to restrict their opponents to a modest total before chasing it down. Bowlers will likely play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the match. It’s all about adapting to the conditions and executing the game plan effectively.
Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | 32 |
| Punjab Kings won | 17 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru Won | 15 |
| No Result | 00 |
| First Played | May 05, 2008 |
| Last Played | March 25, 2024 |
Probable Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
Jonny Bairstow, Rilee Rossouw, Sam Curran (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh, Rahul Chahar
Impact Substitute: Prabhsimran Singh
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (C), Will Jacks, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (WK), Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Yash Dayal, Mohammed Siraj
Probable Best Players of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Virat Kohli
It sounds like Virat Kohli is in top form! With his impressive track record in the last 11 matches and leading the run scorer charts as the Orange Cap holder, it’s definitely reasonable to expect a stellar performance from him in the upcoming game against Punjab Kings. His consistency and skill make him a formidable player, and Bengaluru fans must be excited to see him in action.