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Match Overview
Punjab Kings will take on Rajasthan Royals in the 18th match of the Indian Premier League. This match will be played at Mullanpur. Punjab Kings have two wins in two matches and are at the top of the points table. They beat Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets in the previous match. On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals have one win and two losses in three matches. They are ninth in the points table. RR beat CSK in the previous match and will be keen to put up another good performance
Predicted Impact Players for Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Nehal Wadera – A left-handed domestic batter who can be used as an impact substitute if PBKS lose early wickets in the first innings.
- Aaron Hardie– Performed well for Perth Scorchers in the BBL and can be subbed in during the second innings if they are looking for an extra overseas batting option. He has been in great form and will be a good option as an impact sub.
- Suryansh Shedge– He is an aggressive batter and did well for Mumbai in SMAT. The ace striker can be used as a substitute in the second innings if the conditions are good for batting.
- Yash Thakur– Yash Thakur is a right arm medium pacer who picked up 87 wickets in 62 T20 matches. He can bowl in the powerplay and also at the death. The Vidarbha pacer will offer a bowling option in the second innings.
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Predicted Impact Players for Rajasthan Royals
- Shubham Dubey – A left-handed batter who can be used as a slogger in the latter stages of the innings, especially if RR lose early wickets in the first innings.
- Tushar Deshpande – Having performed well for CSK in the previous edition, he could be subbed in during the second innings if conditions favour pacers. He picked up 17 wickets in 13 matches last season.
- Kwena Maphaka – A high-pace bowler who consistently clocks deliveries over 145 kph. He can be a handy substitute in the second innings if RR bat first.
- Kumar Kartikeya – He is a left-arm spinner who was brought in as an impact sub in the last game against CSK. He can be brought in again if conditions are favouring the spinners.
Expert Opinion and Final Prediction
- Home Advantage: PBKS are playing in their home ground gives them a significant edge.
- Recent Form: PBKS have won two matches this season while RR have struggled with one win in three matches.
- Balanced Side: Punjab Kings looks like a more balanced side on paper.
PBKS vs RR Match Prediction
With these factors in their favour, Punjab Kings are likely to win the match.