IPL 2024 RR vs PBKS: Match 65 Toss Update, Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

RR vs PBKS, IPL 2024: Dream11 Predictions for the 65th Match [AP Photos]

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) and the Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be playing against each other in the 65th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). This match will be at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, Assam, on May 15th at 7:30 PM IST. 

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

RR vs PBKS Toss Update

Rajasthan Royals have won the they will bat first.

Rajasthan Royals Changes: Tom Kohler-Cadmore comes in for Jos Buttler.

Punjab Kings Changes: Nathan Ellis and Harpreet Brar make it to the side.

RR vs PBKS Head-to-head Stats

The Rajasthan Royals and the Punjab Kings have played 27 matches against each other. The Royals have been the dominant force with 16 wins, whereas the Kings have won 11 games. 

The last time these two teams played against each other was in the 27th match of the IPL 2024 at the Maharaj Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Chandigarh. The Kings batted first in the game and scored 147/8 in their 20 overs. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal gave the Royals a steady start in the chase. They ultimately achieved the target in 19.5 overs, losing seven wickets. 

This will be an important match for the Royals. They need to win this game to be in a position of strength for a top-two finish. On the other hand, the result of this game will not bear much significance to the campaign of the Punjab Kings as they have already been eliminated from the tournament. 

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RR vs PBKS Pitch Report

This will be the first IPL game played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in 2024. In the last edition, two games were played at this venue. The wicket looked suitable for batting in IPL 2023. Out of the four innings played here, the 190 mark was breached three times. We can expect a similar match with the batters enjoying the day to the fullest. 

Barsapara Cricket Stadium Ground Stats (IPL 2023)

Matches: 2
Matches won batting first: 2
Matches won batting second: 0

Average first innings total: 198
Average second innings total: 167
Highest total recorded: 199/4 by Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals
Lowest total recorded: 142/9 by Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals

Fantasy value from pitch report

• The wicket at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium looked good for batting in IPL 2023. The top-order batters from both sides will be good picks for the fantasy contests of the match. 
• In the last edition, a bit of help was noticed for the bowlers early in the second innings. New ball bowlers from the team defending the target could be good picks.

RR vs PBKS Fantasy Cricket Tips

Rajasthan Royals Heavy Fantasy XI

• Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag have been in brilliant form with the bat throughout the tournament. These two batters will be the safest picks for the fantasy contests from the RR side. Yashasvi Jaiswal has good numbers at this venue and could be the decisive choice. 
• Yuzvendra Chahal and Trent Boult have been the two best bowlers for RR in this tournament. These players have a good record at the venue and would be essential picks for the fantasy contests. 

Punjab Kings Heavy Fantasy XI

• Shashank Singh has been the most consistent batter for the Punjab Kings. He will be a crucial choice for the fantasy contests. Alongside Singh, Rilee Rossouw might be a good choice as the wicket might suit his batting style. 
• Harshal Patel is currently the joint-highest wicket-taker in the tournament. He is presently in great wicket-taking form and will be a go-to option for the fantasy contests of the match. Along with Harshal, Arshdeep Singh could also be a good choice for the game. 

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RR vs PBKS Winner Prediction

The Royals have been one of the best teams in this tournament. However, the Punjab Kings have done well at this venue in the last edition. The form and momentum are also not on RR's side. Hence, the Kings will have an advantage going into this game. 

RR vs PBKS Top Player Picks

Sanju Samson (RR)

• IPL 2024 Stats: 486 Runs in 12 Matches
• The RR-skipper has been in fine form in IPL 2024. Sanju Samson has also shown great temperament throughout the season. He is the highest run-scorer for his team and will be a safe option for the fantasy contests of the match. 

Trent Boult needs to deliver with the ball in this game [AP Photos]

Trent Boult (RR)

• IPL 2024 Stats: 11 Wickets in 12 Matches
• The Kiwi pacer has had a cold season as far as wickets are concerned. However, Trent Boult has good numbers at this venue and might get help from the wicket. Therefore, the left-arm pace could be a good choice for the fantasy contests.

Shahshank Singh (PBKS)

• IPL 2024 Stats: 352 Runs in 12 Matches
• This middle-order batter has been the tournament's most consistent batter for PBKS. Shashank Singh has provided solidity to the team's batting line-up and will be one of the safer choices from the PBKS side.

Rilee Rossouw (PBKS)

• IPL 2024 Stats: 140 Runs in 6 Matches
• The South African top-order batter looked good in the last match. Rilee Rossouw might find the conditions at the venue ideal. So, even though it has been a moderate season for the batter, Rossouw could be a good choice for the fantasy contests. 

RR vs PBKS Differential Picks

Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR)

• IPL 2024 Stats: 344 Runs in 12 Matches
• It has been a hot and cold IPL season for Yashasvi Jaiswal. The southpaw has played a couple of good knocks in the tournament but, in most cases, has failed to convert his starts. Due to the inconsistency in his performance in this edition, Jaiswal will be a differential choice for the fantasy contests.

Prabhsimran Singh needs to find form with the bat for PBKS in this match [AP Photos]

Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS)

• IPL 2024 stats: 257 Runs in 12 Matches
• This Indian opener has played a couple of fiery cameos at the top of the order for the PBKS. But Prabhsimran Singh needs to be consistent with the run-scoring throughout the tournament. Even though the playing conditions suggest that Prabhsimran Singh could be a good choice, his inconsistency makes him a differential choice for the game. 

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RR vs PBKS Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the predicted nature of the wicket and the form of the players, a 2-4-2-3 or a 2-3-2-4 combination looks ideal for the match. 

RR vs PBKS Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Jonny Bairstow, Sanju Samson
Batters: Rilee Rossouw, Shashank Singh, Rovman Powell, Yashasvi Jaiswal
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Riyan Parag
Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Harshal Patel

Captain: Sanju Samson
Vice-captain: Rilee Rossouw

Rajasthan Royals: 6 Players; Punjab Kings: 5 Players

RR vs PBKS Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Jonny Bairstow, Sanju Samson 
Batters: Shashank Singh, Yashashvi Jaiswal, Ashutosh Sharma
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Riyan Parag
Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh

Captain: Jonny Bairstow
Vice-captain: Riyan Parag

Rajasthan Royals: 5 Players; Punjab Kings: 6 Players