🏏 IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings – Match Preview, Timings & Points Table Update (April 18, 2025)
The Indian Premier League 2025 is entering an exciting phase as teams are battling it out for the top positions on the points table. Today’s clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) promises to be a thrilling encounter with both teams tied on points and aiming to climb higher in the rankings.
🗓️ Match Details
Match Number: 34
Teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings
Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Live Streaming: Star Sports, JioCinema
Live Scores: Available on Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo
📊 Points Table Before the Match
Rank Team Played Won Lost Points NRR
1 Delhi Capitals 6 5 1 10 +0.744
2 Gujarat Titans 5 4 1 8 +0.807
3 Royal Challengers Bengaluru 5 3 2 6 +1.149
4 Punjab Kings 5 3 2 6 +1.485
5 Mumbai Indians 5 2 3 4 +0.309
📍 Venue Insights – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Known for being a batting-friendly pitch with short boundaries.
Average first innings score: 180+
🔮 Prediction & Expectation
Given both teams’ form and high stakes, fans can expect a high-scoring game. The team winning the toss may opt to bowl first, taking advantage of the dew in the second half.