IPL 2024 PBKS vs RR: Match 27 Toss Update Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal will be crucial in the game [AP Photos]

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) are to play against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 27th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). This match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on April 13th at 7:30 PM IST. 

As the match approaches, we bring you our meticulously crafted Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, the pitch report, top player picks, and best-predicted XIs. Rest assured, these insights are designed to help you make informed decisions for your fantasy contests. 

PBKS vs RR Toss Update

Rajasthan Royals have won the toss and they will field first.

Punjab Kings changes: Shikhar Dhawan misses out. Atharva Taide replaces him. Liam Livingstone comes in place of Sikandar Raza. 

Rajasthan Royal changes: Jos Buttler and Ravi Ashwin is not part of a playing unit. Rovman Powell and Tanush Kotian replace them. 

PBKS vs RR Head-to-head Stats

The Punjab Kings and the Rajasthan Royals have played 26 matches against each other in the history of the league. The Royals have been the dominant side, with 15 wins, while the Punjab Kings have won 11. 

The two teams last played in IPL 2023 at the Dharamsala Cricket Stadium. The Kings batted first in the game and scored 187/5 in their 20 overs. Sam Curran, Jiteish Sharma, and Shahrukh Khan led the batting effort.

The chase was led by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal for the Rajasthan Royals. Shimron Hetmyer finished off the game with a great cameo, and the Royals won the game by four wickets with a couple of balls remaining in the game. 

Meanwhile, the Royals will look to repeat their antics from that game and maintain their position at the top of the table; the Kings will be looking to pick up the crucial two points from the points table and climb up the ladder in the points table.

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PBKS vs RR Pitch Report

The wicket at the Mullanpur Stadium has seen a couple of games in the tournament. The pitch has been suitable for batting, and the batters have enjoyed the surface. As far as the bowlers are concerned, the death-over specialists can do well on the wicket when the batters are looking to take full advantage. 

Mullanpur Cricket Stadium Ground Stats (IPL 2024)

Matches: 2
Matches won batting first: 1
Matches won batting second: 1

Average first innings total: 175
Average second innings total: 181
Highest total recorded: 182/9 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings
Lowest total recorded: 174/9 by Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings

Fantasy value from pitch report

• Picking more batters will be a safe approach in fantasy contests, as the wicket will favour the batters. 
• The death-over specialists will be the best picks from the bowling section. They might get wickets towards the end of the innings and earn you high rewards. 

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PBKS vs RR Fantasy Cricket Tips

Punjab Kings Heavy Fantasy XI

• Shikhar Dhawan started off the tournament on a good note but has been a bit out of touch in the last couple of games. Given his previous consistency and steady batting style, Dhawan could be a good choice for the match. 
• Besides Dhawan, you can go with Shashank Singh and Asutosh Sharma, who have been doing a great job in the last two matches. However, their batting comes too low down the order, and it is not expected that they will get a chance to bat and impact the game in every match. So one of the two players, either Prabhsimran Singh or Jonny Bairstow, could be risk-worthy choices. 

Rajasthan Royals Heavy Fantasy XI

• Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag have been the men in form for the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024. He should be the obvious choice from the Royals team. 
• Besides Samson and Parag, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler could also be good choices. Jaiswal is yet to find a rhythm in IPL 2024, so it will not be long before he regains his touch and emerges as a game-changing pick in the fantasy XI. Buttler, though, is going hot and cold and could be a good choice for the fantasy contests. 
• Yuzvendra Chahal has been the highest wicket-taker for the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024. He would be a compulsory choice in the fantasy contests. Alongside Chahal, Trent Boult, who has been going cold for a couple of games, will also be a crucial choice. 

PBKS vs RR Winner Prediction

The Punjab Kings have been playing entertaining cricket in the tournament, although the results have not gone their way. On the other hand, the Royals have been playing great cricket and won their first four matches. They lost their last game and will be looking to get back to winning ways. It promises to be an exciting clash, with the Royals having a slight advantage. 

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PBKS vs RR Top Player Picks

Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 152 Runs in 5 Matches
• The former Indian opener started off the tournament on a good note. But in the last couple of games, he has not fired. However, Dhawan is a steady batter and will be a prime choice from the PBKS side. 

Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 8 Wickets in 5 matches
• The Indian pacer did not have a great start to the tournament, but he came roaring back to form with four wickets in the last game. Arshdeep Singh seems to enjoy the bowling at the Mullanpur wicket and will be a great choice for the fantasy XIs. 

Sanju Samson (RR)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 246 Runs from 5 Matches
• The RR skipper has been in great form in the tournament. Samson is currently the second-highest run-scorer for his team, so he will be an obvious choice for the fantasy contests of the match. 

Yuzvendra Chahal (RR)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 10 Wickets in 5 Matches
• The Indian leg-spinner has been the team's prime wicket-taker. Chahal is doing a great job and is giving RR an advantage in the middle overs. He should be a must-choice for the fantasy contests of the match. 

PBKS vs RR Differential Picks

Shashank Singh has been in great form in IPL 2024 [AP Photos]

Shashank Singh (PBKS)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 137 Runs in 5 Matches
• The Indian batter has emerged as a sensation for PBKS in the tournament. Shashank Singh has played two blinders and is currently in great hitting form. However, Shashank comes down the order and hence is a slightly risky choice for the fantasy contests. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal has not been in good form in IPL 2024 [AP Photos]

Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 63 Runs in 5 Matches
• The young Indian opener has been going through a lean phase in IPL 2024. Though Yashasvi does not have the runs under his belt, he has looked in a good rhythm. A big knock from the southpaw is due, and hence, he will be a risky but beneficial choice for the fantasy contests of the match. 

PBKS vs RR Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the nature of the wicket and the players' form from the two teams, a 1-4-2-4 or a 2-3-2-4 combination is ideal for the game. 

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

Wicketkeeper: Sanju Samson
Batters: Atharva Taide, Prabhsimran Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel
All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Riyan Parag
Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh

Captain: Yashasvi Jaiswal
Vice-captain: Shikhar Dhawan

Punjab Kings: 5 Players; Rajasthan Royals: 6 Players

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

Wicketkeepers: Jonny Bairstow, Sanju Samson
Batters: Atharva Taide, Shashank Singh, Dhruv Jurel
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Riyan Parag
Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Sen, Harpreet Brar

Captain: Jonny Bairstow
Vice-captain: Riyan Parag

Punjab Kings: 6 Players; Rajasthan Royals: 5 Players