RR vs PBKS, IPL 2025: Winner Prediction for Match 59 [Source: AP Photos]
The 60th match of IPL 2025 between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium features two teams with differing recent trajectories. Rajasthan Royals' batting lineup is anchored by the in-form Yashasvi Jaiswal and captain Riyan Parag, while their bowling attack is led by Jofra Archer and Maheesh Theekshana who have been consistently taking wickets.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings rely on Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer steady batting and Arshdeep Singh's effective bowling, with Priyansh Arya providing explosive batting contributions. Jaipur will host this important clash on May 20 at 7:30 PM IST.
RR vs PBKS Toss Prediction
Analysis of the matches played at Sawai Mansingh Stadium this season shows that teams winning the toss have won 75% of the games played here. However, the data reveals no clear advantage between batting first or chasing, with teams having won exactly 50% of matches batting first and 50% batting second.
The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium offers an average first innings score of 195, significantly higher than the average second innings score of 171, suggesting a slight advantage to batting first. Given these trends, winning the toss and choosing to bat first appears to be the strategically sound choice at Jaipur's Sawai Mansingh Stadium, particularly considering the high boundary rate at this venue.
RR vs PBKS Predicted Score Today
Innings
Predicted Score
Win Probability If Achieved
1st Innings
185-195
RR 52%, PBKS 48%
2nd Innings
170-180
60% win probability for team batting first
RR vs PBKS Predicted Top Performers
Rajasthan Royals
Player
Role
Form
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Batter
⬆️
Jofra Archer
Bowler
⬆️
Riyan Parag
All-rounder
⬆️
Punjab Kings
Player
Role
Form
Priyansh Arya
Batter
⬆️
Shreyas Iyer
Batter
⬆️
Arhsdeep Singh
Bowler
⬆️
RR vs PBKS Momentum Shifters
Factor
Threshold
Statistical Impact
RR's Powerplay Performance
60+ runs with 0-1 wickets in first 6 overs
+26% win probability for RR
PBKS's Death Over Bowling
Economy under 9.0 in overs 16-20
+23% win probability for PBKS
RR's Yashasvi Jaiswal Impact
50+ runs at 150+ strike rate
+28% win probability for RR
PBKS's Arshdeep SinghPerformance
2+ wickets with economy under 7.5
+25% win probability for PBKS
RR's Spin Bowling
4+ combined wickets from spinners
+22% win probability for RR
PBKS's Boundary Hitting
18+ boundaries (combined fours and sixes)
+24% win probability for PBKS
RR vs PBKS Win Probability
RR vs PBKS, IPL 2025: Win Probability for Match 59 [Source: OneCricket]
RR vs PBKS OneCricket's Predicted Winner
Rajasthan Royals to win this contest, capitalising on their home advantage and the batting-friendly conditions at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Based on our data analysis, RR has shown strong performances at their home ground despite their recent form dip, winning their last encounter against Punjab Kings.
The batting firepower of RR led by Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has scored 473 runs this season with an impressive strike rate, gives them a significant edge. Captain Riyan Parag's form will be crucial in the middle overs. While PBKS has quality bowlers in Arshdeep Singh and Marco Jansen, RR's familiarity with home conditions and their strong first innings batting record should help them overcome the Titans in this crucial encounter.