RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction With Stats, Pitch Report & Player Record of IPL 2023 For Match 8
RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction, Match 8 of IPL, 2023: Both Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings won their opening games of the tournament.
RR vs PBKS: The eighth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 will see the Punjab Kings (PBKS) take on the Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Wednesday, April 8 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
Rajasthan Royals started their season off in style, replicating their strong form from the previous season to comprehensively outclass Sunrisers Hyderabad by 72 runs in their first game. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, and Sanju Samson each scored half-centuries, leading their team to a mammoth total of 203 runs for five wickets.
The Royals’ bowlers were in top form, putting pressure on Sunrisers Hyderabad and restricting them to just 131 runs for the loss of eight wickets in reply. With this victory under their belt, the Royals will be looking to continue their winning streak throughout the rest of the tournament.
Punjab Kings, on the other hand, have started their tournament campaign on a positive note, securing a narrow seven-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders via the DLS method. With Shikhar Dhawan, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Jitesh Sharma, and Sam Curran all displaying the excellent form, the Kings will be eager to continue their winning streak in the tournament.
Although both sides are well-matched, the Rajasthan Royals may hold a slight advantage with their powerful batting order. As the teams prepare to face off in what promises to be an enthralling T20 encounter in Guwahati, fans can expect a close-fought battle.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the Match 8 of the Indian Premier League, 2023.
RR vs PBKS Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings, Match 8
- Date: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
- Time: 7:30 PM (IST) | 2:00 PM (GMT) | 7:30 PM (Local)
- Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Pitch Report For RR vs PBKS, Match 8 of IPL 2023
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati typically provides a batting-friendly surface in the shortest format of the game. Anything around 160-170 will be the competitive total here. The team winning the toss will look to bowl first.
Pitch Stats of Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati For RR vs PBKS, Match 8 of IPL 2023
Stats based on previous five matches played at this venue-
- Average First Innings Score: 166
- Average Total Score: 153
- Team Batting First Won: 3
- Team Bowling First Won: 2
Probable Playing XI For RR vs PBKS, Match 8 of IPL 2023
Rajasthan Royals Playing XI
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (C & WK), Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Jason Holder, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, KM Asif, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Punjab Kings Playing XI
Shikhar Dhawan (C), Prabhsimran Singh, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Sikandar Raza, Shahrukh Khan, Sam Curran, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh.
RR vs PBKS Head-to-head Records for Match 8 of IPL 2023
Matches Played
Stats of Rajasthan Royals & Punjab Kings Form in Last 5 Matches
RR Form
PBKS Form
RR vs PBKS Top Players to Pick in Fantasy Team for Match 8 of IPL 2023
Sanju Samson
Rajasthan Royals’ captain played an outstanding knock of 55 runs off 32 balls, including three fours and four sixes. With 458 runs in 17 innings last season, he is a safe bet for the captaincy role for your Dream11 fantasy team.
Jos Buttler
He started this season on a high, smashing 54 runs off just 22 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the last game. He would be looking to extend his good run of form in the tournament.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
The star Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter top-scored for Punjab Kings with 50 runs off 32 in the last match against Kolkata Knight Riders and he would be a must-pick for your Dream11 fantasy team.
RR vs PBKS Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For Match 8 of IPL 2023
| Player | Stats (This Tournament) |
|---|---|
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 4 Wickets |
| Jos Buttler | 54 Runs |
| Sanju Samson | 55 Runs |
| Bhanuka Rajapaksa | 50 Runs |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 54 Runs |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 40 Runs |
| Sam Curran | 26 Runs & 1 Wicket |
| Arshdeep Singh | 3 Wickets |
RR vs PBKS Captaincy Picks For Match 8 of IPL 2023 Between Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings
- Shikhar Dhawan
- Jos Buttler
- Yuzvendra Chahal
RR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For Match 8 of IPL 2023
Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Batters: Shikhar Dhawan, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal
- All-Rounders: Sikandar Raza, Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Arshdeep Singh
- Captain: Jos Buttler
- Vice-Captain: Sam Curran
Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Batters: Shikhar Dhawan, Yashasvi Jaiswal
- All-Rounders: Jason Holder, Sikandar Raza, Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Arshdeep Singh
- Captain: Shikhar Dhawan
- Vice-Captain: Yuzvendra Chahal
RR vs PBKS Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Punjab Kings is expected to win this match.
RR vs PBKS – Match 8 of IPL 2023, Live Broadcast & Online Streaming Details, Where to Watch in India?
- Live Streaming: JioCinema
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
