Punjab and RCB have met twice this season in group stage games, both featuring powerful batting units on each side, as reflected in the Punjab Kings Vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Match Scorecard. Expect this clash to produce high-scoring action!
PBKS, who were rebranded from Kings XI Punjab in 2021, endured an unsuccessful 2024 season under new captain Shreyas Iyer and will look to turn things around under new coach Yash Dayal and rising star Marcus Stoinis as well as Afghan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai.
| Match No. | Season | Venue | Winner | PBKS Score | RCB Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IPL 2024 | Dharamsala | Punjab Kings | 181/6 | 178/9 | PBKS won by 3 runs |
| 2 | IPL 2024 | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 176/4 | 174/9 | RCB won by 6 wickets |
| 3 | IPL 2023 | Mohali | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 150/7 | 174/4 | RCB won by 6 wickets |
| 4 | IPL 2022 | Mumbai | Punjab Kings | 209/9 | 205/2 | PBKS won by 5 runs |
| 5 | IPL 2021 | Sharjah | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 164/7 | 145/8 | RCB won by 19 runs |
RCB vs PBKS
RCB and Punjab Kings have each participated since 2008’s launch of the Indian Premier League (IPL), yet neither team has managed to claim an IPL trophy yet.
If either RCB or Punjab Kings can secure victory on Tuesday’s match they may finally achieve this landmark feat, and an atmosphere of unparalleled joy should ensue during their match.
The unique charm of this rivalry lies in its unpredictability and balance. Over the years, clash numbers have fluctuated according to each team’s approach; with Bangalore adopting a batting-centric strategy while Punjab rely on all-round strength as their winning formula; their differing approaches have lead to exciting, closely contested matches that have left their own unique legacies.
An entertaining, high-scoring match appears likely, and an elevated total could see either team take another significant step towards claiming the 2025 title.
Josh Hazlewood will look to add to his Purple Cap tally after dismissing both Shreyas Iyer and Josh Inglis so far this season; his record against PBKS was impressive as well, taking six wickets at an average of 13.38; taking five wickets tonight would give his chances of taking out Prasidh Krishna’s award with more ease; plus become history himself by becoming only the second player ever to claim two Purple Caps in one season!
Head-to-Head Record
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings have established an intense rivalry. Both teams have competed against one another in 37 IPL matches; of these contests, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won 19 whereas 18 went to Punjab Kings.
PBKS recorded the highest team total ever in head-to-head record during IPL 2011 at Dharamsala. Shaun Marsh and Adam Gilchrist put on 206 runs for their side as Shaun Marsh achieved this feat alongside Adam Gilchrist for an unbeaten partnership of 216 runs at second wicket; Piyush Chawla took four wickets for PBKS that game.
Both teams have been playing in the IPL since 2008, yet neither have managed to take home the championship trophy.
PBKS (known as Kings XI Punjab until 2021) endured a disappointing year under former captain Shreyas Iyer last year but look poised to achieve success this time around under new captain Shreyas Iyer.
On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bangalore enjoyed a strong campaign last time out and are favourites to lift their first title this time.
Highest Team Total
Since the inaugural Indian Premier League season in 2008, RCB and Punjab Kings have met 37 times, with the former holding an edge 19-18 in terms of head-to-head matchups.
PBKS posted the highest team total between them of 232/2 in IPL 2011 when Adam Gilchrist and Shaun Marsh combined to post an opening stand of 206 runs for second wicket batting partnership at Dharamsala Stadium.
Early this season, Royal Challengers Bangalore completed an amazing comeback against Kings XI Punjab by successfully chasing down their target of 89 with 10 wickets remaining against them – one of only six such chases ever completed in IPL history and also one of only two knockout matches completed quickly – due in large part to Umesh Yadav’s magnificent bowling performance (he took 3/23).
Virat Kohli leads Royal Challengers Bangalore against PBKS with 334 runs at an average of 52, while KL Rahul scored the best innings for RCB against this franchise with an incredible 132 not out off 69 balls with 14 fours and seven sixes to finish second on individual scores and highest for batsmen against franchise in an IPL match.
Rebranded from Kings XI Punjab in 2021, PBKS experienced an uneven 2024 campaign but ended ninth overall; hoping that under Shreyas Iyer they may turn things around and make four final appearances; unfortunately no championship has come yet!
Highest Individual Score
Established in 2008, The Punjab Kings (PBKS) is an Indian Premier League franchise cricket team based out of Mohali.
Owned jointly by Bollywood actress Preity Zinta, Wadia Group scion Ness Wadia, Dabur’s Mohit Burman and Karan Paul; their catchment areas span Kashmir Jammu Himachal Pradesh Punjab as indicated in their logo.
RCB have had an impressive record against PBKS, winning 19 matches to 17. Chris Gayle scored an outstanding individual 57-ball 117 for RCB against them in IPL 2015 that helped the side post 226/3 before bowling them out for just 88 runs to seal an easy 138 run victory for their side.
At Dharamsala in IPL 2011, Shaun Marsh achieved the highest individual score against Royal Challengers Bangalore with an unbeaten 86 off 76 balls at the top of their order in IPL 2011.
Adam Gilchrist and Shaun Marsh combined to put on 206 for second wicket against RCB that same season; Piyush Chawla from PBKS achieved four wickets against them that same night while their bowler Piyush Chawla took four scalps against them (although none have fallen five wickets yet against RCB). RCB have yet to concede a five wicket haul since IPL 2012.
Best Bowling Figures
Since 2008, these two teams have played each other 37 times in the Indian Premier League with RCB currently holding an edge with 19-18 wins over their counterpart. Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli have provided memorable moments during these high-profile fixtures.
RCB and PBKS recorded their highest team total during IPL 2011 in Dharamsala with an outstanding 232 scoreline. Adam Gilchrist and Shaun Marsh put on an outstanding 206 run partnership for the second wicket to set this impressive total up.
KL Rahul hit an amazing individual score with 14 fours and 7 sixes en route to an unbeaten 132 not out innings that became one of his signature innings from this fixture.
Piyush Chawla boasts the best bowling figures against PBKS during IPL 2011, taking 4/17 at Dharamsala during this fixture and setting the record for most wickets taken by any Punjab bowler in this fixture.
Kings XI Punjab suffered their greatest defeat by runs in IPL 2016 at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Although Jacques Kallis scored an unbeaten century and helped post an acceptable total of 226, left-arm seamers S Aravind and Mitchell Starc were both successful with four wicket hauls to condemn their hosts to an incredible 138 run loss.
Longest Winning Streak
Since 2008 and the inaugural IPL season, these two teams have met 37 times to contest an encounter; Royal Challengers Bangalore have emerged victorious 19 times while Punjab Kings have prevailed on 18 occasions.
Even with their inconsistent head-to-head records, both sides have produced electrifying and memorable moments in their contests against one another.
From Gayle’s six storm to Kohli’s batting masterclasses, their battle is one of the league’s most riveting rivalries.
At Chinnaswamy Stadium, the initial meeting between these sides ended in an exciting but nail-biting finish, with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) winning by just one run.
AB de Villiers and Shane Watson played key roles as RCB easily chased 156 with ease.
In their next encounter, Royal Challengers Bangalore easily defeated PBKS by 85 runs at home, as Chris Gayle made an outstanding 107 (49). Additionally, Jacques Kallis’ century and Azhar Mahmood’s three wicket haul gave RCB an edge that year.
RCB beat Punjab twice in 2025, including an emphatic 87-run win at Sharjah led by AB de Villiers’ unbeaten 132.
RCB went on to beat PBKS by six runs to seal their maiden title – Piyush Chawla’s four wicket haul was the highest from any Punjab bowler against RCB during this fixture!
Their clash will surely deliver memorable moments once more; offering fans an explosive conclusion to their engaging rivalry.
