by Get ready for a high-octane afternoon clash as Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in RR vs PBKS (IPL 2025) Match 59, set to be played at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 3:30 PM IST. With PBKS on the brink of securing a playoff spot and RR playing to end their campaign on a high, the stakes are high and the drama promises to be intense.
Whether you’re building your Dream11 team, planning to watch it live, or just keeping tabs on fantasy picks, this guide covers everything you need—from pitch report, weather conditions, to live telecast details and expert fantasy tips.
Match Overview
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Match: RR vs PBKS, Match 59, IPL 2025
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Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
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Time: 3:30 PM IST
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Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Match Context
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PBKS: 3rd on the points table, needing just one more win in their last three games to seal a playoff berth.
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RR: Already out of the playoff race but looking to give their home fans something to cheer about, especially with Sanju Samson returning as captain.
Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The Jaipur surface is known for producing run-feasts, especially in the powerplay and death overs.
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Average 1st innings score: 180–190
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Powerplay run rate: 9.15
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Death overs run rate: 10.31
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Batting-friendly, especially early in the innings
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Spinners like Chahal, Hasaranga, and Theekshana will be crucial in middle overs
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Pacers may struggle unless they’re bowling at the death
Toss Advantage: Teams winning the toss usually prefer to bat first, aiming to put pressure on the chasing side with a high score as the pitch can slow down later.
Weather Conditions – Jaipur
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Temperature: Around 30–35°C
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Humidity: Moderate
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Rain chances: None
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A full game is expected with perfect cricketing conditions.
Dream11 Tips – Fantasy Picks to Watch
Wicketkeepers
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Sanju Samson (RR) – Strong form, home advantage, and high strike rate. Safe pick.
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Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS) – Explosive at the top, ideal for grand leagues.
Batters
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Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) – Jaw-dropping strike rate, loves Jaipur, perfect captaincy choice.
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Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – Consistent form with two fifties recently. Dependable vice-captain option.
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Priyansh Arya (PBKS) – Anchoring role, underrated but impactful.
All-Rounders
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Riyan Parag (RR) – Explosive middle-order bat with occasional spin.
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Wanindu Hasaranga (RR) – Two-way impact: economical spinner and handy bat.
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Marco Jansen (PBKS) – Left-arm angle with both bat and ball. Differential pick.
Bowlers
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Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS) – Deadly at this venue, can pick up crucial middle-over wickets.
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Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Powerplay and death over specialist.
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Maheesh Theekshana (RR) – Mystery spin can trouble batters on slow surface.
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Akash Madhwal (RR) – Death-over specialist, potential game-changer.
Players to Avoid
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Jofra Archer (RR) – Injured and unavailable
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Shimron Hetmyer (RR) – Inconsistent form, lower down the order
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
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Captain: Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) – Home ground advantage, aggressive opener
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Vice-Captain: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) or Wanindu Hasaranga (RR) – For batting consistency and all-round ability respectively
Suggested Dream11 Team
Wicketkeepers:
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Sanju Samson
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Prabhsimran Singh
Batters:
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Yashasvi Jaiswal (C)
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Shreyas Iyer (VC)
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Priyansh Arya
All-Rounders:
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Riyan Parag
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Wanindu Hasaranga
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Marco Jansen
Bowlers:
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Yuzvendra Chahal
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Arshdeep Singh
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Maheesh Theekshana
Backup Picks (Grand Leagues):
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Dhruv Jurel (RR)
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Akash Madhwal (RR)
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Nitish Rana (RR)
Head-to-Head Record: RR vs PBKS
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Total Matches: 28
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RR Wins: 16
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PBKS Wins: 11
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Tied: 1
Recent Form:
RR have won 3 of the last 5 clashes. The 2024 season was split 1-1 between the teams.
Probable Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Sanju Samson (C, WK), Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Sandeep Sharma, Maheesh Theekshana, Akash Madhwal, Yudhvir Singh
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Shreyas Iyer (C), Priyansh Arya, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen, Marcus Stoinis, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Xavier Bartlett
PBKS might include a debutant batter as hinted on social media for balance.
Live Streaming & Telecast Info
India
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TV: Star Sports 1, 1 HD, 3, Hindi, Tamil & regional channels
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Streaming: JioHotstar (Free access + 4K Premium)
International
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USA/Canada: Willow TV
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UK: Sky Sports Cricket
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Australia: Fox Sports
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South Africa: SuperSport
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Middle East: beIN Sports
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Pakistan: Tapmad, Geo Super
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Radio: Cricket Radio 89.1 FM (select regions)
Match Prediction – RR vs PBKS (IPL 2025) Match 59
With more on the line, PBKS look slightly more balanced and focused. However, RR at home can’t be ruled out with power players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson returning.
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Predicted Winner: PBKS by a narrow margin if they bat first and cross 190
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Key Battle: Jaiswal vs. Arshdeep in the powerplay – whoever wins this duel could set the tone
FAQs – RR vs PBKS (IPL 2025) Match 59
1. What time does RR vs PBKS Match 59 start?
The match starts at 3:30 PM IST on Sunday, May 18, 2025.
2. Where is the match being played?
At the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
3. Who is the best Dream11 captain pick?
Yashasvi Jaiswal – aggressive opener and consistent performer at Jaipur.
4. How can I watch the match live?
In India, you can watch it on Star Sports or stream it on JioHotstar.
5. Who has the better head-to-head record?
Rajasthan Royals lead with 16 wins out of 28 encounters.
