PBKS vs RCB Toss Update, Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – IPL 2025, Qualifier 1

PBKS vs RCB, IPL 2025: Dream11 Tips For Qualifier 1 [Source: AP Photos]

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025. This match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh on May 29 at 7:30 PM IST.

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

PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Toss Update

RCB have won the toss and they will field first

PBKS Team Changes: Marco Jansen out, Azmatullah Omarzai in the team
RCB Team Changes: Josh Hazlewood comes in place of Nuwan Thushara

Hot Picks For PBKS vs RCB Dream11 Team Today

Punjab Kings

Shreyas Iyer

• IPL 2025 Form: 514 Runs in 14 Matches
• The PBKS skipper has scored consistent runs for the team. Shreyas Iyer has the ability to play in clutch matches and besides his form this makes an even more important choice for the fantasy contests.

Prabhsimran Singh

• IPL 2025 Form: 499 Runs in 14 Matches
• The PBKS opening batter has been a revelation and an asset for the team in this edition of the tournament. Prabhsimran Singh has gone above his general tendency and has scored consistent runs in IPL 2025. He will be one of the key picks for the fantasy contests of the game.

Arshdeep Singh

• IPL 2025 Form: 18 Wickets in 14 Matches
• The Indian pacer has been the lead of the pack for PBKS in IPL 2025. Arshdeep Singh has proven his effectiveness in the important death overs and his current form makes him a crucial fantasy pick.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Virat Kohli

• IPL 2025 Form: 602 Runs in 13 Matches
• The Indian star has once again emerged as the most valuable batter for RCB in IPL 2025. Virat Kohli has been a consistent performer and has been constant factors in their wins this season. Much like Iyer, Kohli also enjoys batting under pressure and in clutch games. Given everything, Kohli will be a key pick for the fantasy contests of the game.

Rajat Patidar

• IPL 2025 Form: 271 Runs in 12 Matches
• After a good start to the tournament, Rajat Patidar's form has died down in the tournament. However, he is now due for a big one and given the important stages of the tournament, the skipper will be eager to lead from the front. Rajat Patidar could be a differential choice for the game. 

Josh Hazlewood 

• IPL 2025 Form: 18 Wickets in 10 Matches
• The Australian bowler has been a very vital cog in RCB's performance this season. Josh Hazlewood is all set to make a comeback in this match and take charge of the RCB bowling attack. Given the form he has maintained in the tournament, Hazlewood will be a key pick for the fantasy contests of the game. 

PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - The weather is expected to be partly during the game. As predicted by AccuWeather, the highest temperature during the match will be around 24°C and there is a very little chance of rain. 

Pitch - The pitch at the Maharaja Yadavindra Stadium has presented two types of nature. While a couple of games have been batting friendly, in a couple of matches we have seen bowlers dominating the proceeding. It depends on which surface will be used for the game, so waiting for the pitch report will be the best option for the match. 

Maharaja Yadavindra International Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh - Record Of Chasing Team

So far, four games have been played at this venue in IPL 2025. Out of these four matches, there have been won by the team batting first. A win percentage of 75% of the team setting a target might induce the skipper winning the toss to bat first. 

PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Captain And Vice-captain Picks

PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Phil Salt, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Inglis
Batters: Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer
All-rounders: Krunal Pandya, Marco Jansen
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Arshdeep Singh

Captain: Virat Kohli
Vice-captain: Shreyas Iyer

PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Jitesh Sharma, Josh Inglis
Batters: Rajat Patidar, Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya
All-rounders: Krunal Pandya, Marco Jansen
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood

Captain: Rajat Patidar
Vice-captain: Priyansh Arya

PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Expert Advice

Waiting for the toss and the pitch report before selecting the fantasy teams is the best option for this game. The wicket will be balanced one and will expectedly have something for players of all trades. So, a balanced approach while building the team could be the best strategy.

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