IPL 2025: Match 34 – RCB vs PBKS Predictions – Who will win Today? Match Preview, Expert Tips, Toss & Win Probability

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 34 of IPL 2025 at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on April 18.

With both teams locked at four wins each nearing the halfway mark, this top-tier showdown holds major points table implications. Despite the traditionally batting-friendly pitch, the surface at Chinnaswamy has been unpredictable this season, keeping scores lower than expected. RCB return home looking for their first victory at the venue this year.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru snapped their losing streak at home with a confident away win in Jaipur. Phil Salt and Virat Kohli led a smooth chase, while their bowlers kept Rajasthan in check. However, their inability to adapt to the Chinnaswamy conditions has cost them earlier, and finding a balanced approach at home will be key.

Punjab Kings, on the other hand, come into this match after a dramatic turnaround against KKR, defending the lowest total in IPL history. Yuzvendra Chahal’s vintage spell and the death-over heroics of Arshdeep and Jansen underlined PBKS’s fight. While their batting remains explosive, inconsistency has plagued them, especially in pressure situations.

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RCB vs PBKS Match Details

Match:	Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings, Match 34
Tournament:	Indian Premier League 2025
Date:	18 April 2025
Time:	7:30 PM (IST)
Venue:	M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Live Streaming:	JioHotstar
TV Broadcast:	Star Sports Network

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RCB vs PBKS Toss Prediction

Toss-winner is likely to bowl first considering the pitch’s two-paced nature and better chasing record at Chinnaswamy.

RCB vs PBKS Win Probability

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are slight favourites with a 53% win chance, backed by their return to form and home advantage.

RCB vs PBKS ODDs

Team	ODDs
Mumbai Indians Win the match	1.75 (approx)
Sunrisers Hyderabad Win the match	2.10 (approx)

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