IPL 2024 Match 6 | RCB vs PBKS Head to Head, Pitch Report & Ground Stats
RCB will take on PBKS in Match 6 of IPL 2024 (IPLT20.com)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are gearing up to lock horns with the Punjab Kings in what promises to be a high-octane Match 6 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Monday, March 25 at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. As the teams prepare to clash, they bring with them tales of diverging fortunes from their season openers.
How the two teams fared in their opening matches
RCB, having stumbled in the curtain-raiser against the Chennai Super Kings by a margin of six wickets, will be keen to turn the tide. Despite getting off to a flying start, the team's top order failed to capitalize, and the middle order crumbled under pressure.
It was only the heroics of the lower middle order that saved the day, pushing RCB to a respectable total. However, their bowling left much to be desired, with an overreliance on the short ball proving to be their Achilles' heel.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings are riding a wave of moderate success, having showcased a decent batting and bowling performance in their opening match which helped them beat Delhi Capitals by six wickets.
Yet, the Kings' bowlers are under the microscope for a lack of discipline, a flaw they will be eager to mend. Their batsmen have already hit the ground running and will itching to keep the scoreboard ticking in their favour.
The Kings will look to replicate their performance as they aim for back-to-back wins in the early stages of the tournament.
RCB vs PBKS Head to Head
When it comes to head-to-head encounters, the battlefield of the IPL has seen Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings clash 31 times over 16 editions. The record tilts slightly in favour of the Punjab Kings, who have savoured victory in 17 matches, leaving RCB with 14 wins.
| Matches Played | 31 |
|---|---|
| RCB Won | 14 |
| PBKS Won | 17 |
RCB vs PBKS M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report
The Chinnaswamy Stadium is renowned for being a batter's paradise, a reputation it has upheld year after year in the IPL. A fortress difficult to defend, this venue has witnessed chasing teams often having the last laugh.
With the ground notorious for raining sixes and scores soaring past the 200-mark with ease, spectators can buckle up for another run-fest in the upcoming clash. The captain winning the toss is likely to field first.
RCB vs PBKS Bengaluru Ground Stats
| Total Matches | 88 |
|---|---|
| Matches won batting first | 37 |
| Matches won batting second | 47 |
| Highest team innings | 263/5 by RCB vs Pune Warriors |
| Lowest team innings | 82/10 by RCB vs KKR |
| Average runs per wicket | 27.91 |
| Average runs per over | 8.71 |
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