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

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Punjab Kings (PBKS) are all set to take on each other in the Final of the Indian Premier League 2025. The match will be played on 3rd June at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad 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.

RCB vs PBKS Toss Update

Punjab Kings win the toss and they will field first

RCB Team Changes: Same Team
PBKS Team Changes: Same Team

Hot Picks For RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Team Today

Punjab Kings

Shreyas Iyer

• IPL 2025 Form: 603 Runs in 16 Matches
• The PBKS skipper has been the standout performer this season. Shreyas Iyer has shown exceptional leadership qualities and has been in sublime form with the bat, averaging 54.82 with a strike rate of 175.80. The momentum he has with the bat makes him a prime choice for the fantasy contests. 

Prabhsimran Singh

• IPL 2025 Form: 523 Runs in 16 Matches
• The Indian wicket-keeper and opening batter has been one of the consistent run-scorers for PBKS throughout the tournament. Prabhsimran Singh's ability to provide quick starts at the top of the order makes him an excellent choice for fantasy teams.

Arshdeep Singh

• IPL 2025 Form: 18 Wickets in 16 Matches
• The Indian pacer has been the backbone of PBKS bowling attack in IPL 2025. Arshdeep Singh's ability to pick up crucial wickets in the powerplay and death overs makes him a vital pick for the fantasy contests.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Virat Kohli

• IPL 2025 Form: 614 Runs in 15 Matches
• The RCB legend has been in exceptional form this season, currently placed among the top run-scorers in IPL 2025. With multiple fifties to his name and averaging over 55, Virat Kohli remains one of the most consistent performers. His overall experience and ability to anchor big chases make him an indispensable choice for fantasy teams.

Phil Salt

• IPL 2025 Form: 387 Runs in 12 matches
• The English wicket-keeper batter has been one of the biggest assets for the team. Phil Salt has left his impact with the bat in most of the innings. Given the form and momentum he has gathered in the tournament, Phil Salt will be a key choice for the fantasy contests. 

Josh Hazlewood

• IPL 2025 Form: 21 Wickets in 11 Matches
• The Australian bowler has been the biggest asset for the RCB team in IPL 2025 as far as bowling is concerned. Josh Hazlewood's ability to take wickets in important situations and also his big match experience which makes him one of the best choices for the fantasy contests.

RCB vs PBKS Final Weather And Pitch

Weather - It is expected to overcast conditions during the game. As predicted by AccuWeather, the highest temperature during the game will be around 27°C with 5% chance of rain. 

Batting Friendly - The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium has favoured the batter. In most of the games we have seen high scores. Given how the wicket played during Qualifier 2, we can expect another high scoring match. 

Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad - Record Of Chasing Team

Eight matches have been played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in IPL 2025. Out of these eight games, six have been won by the team batting first. Although the trend shows advantage for the team setting a target, the fact that Qualifer 2 was won by the team chasing might induce the captain winning the toss to field first. 

RCB vs PBKS Final Captain And Vice-captain Picks

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

Wicketkeepers: Prabhsimran Singh, Phil Salt
Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal
All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Liam Livingstone
Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kyle Jamieson

Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Vice-captain: Virat Kohli

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

Wicketkeepers: Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma
Batters: Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar, Nehal Wadhera
All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Yash Dayal

Captain: Rajat Patidar
Vice-captain: Josh Hazlewood

RCB vs PBKS Final Expert Advice

Narendra Modi Stadium has been a brilliant batting pitch throughout IPL 2025. The venue has seen multiple 200+ totals this season, with both red soil and black soil composition providing good bounce for stroke-play while also offering some assistance to spinners in the middle overs.

Both teams have never won the IPL title before, making this final historic as the tournament will crown a new champion. It is advisable to select more batters for fantasy teams, especially those who have been consistent run-scorers throughout IPL 2025.

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