PBKS vs RR Preview: Can Rajasthan End Punjab’s Unbeaten Streak?

Punjab Kings will host Rajasthan Royals at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in Mohali on Tuesday, 28 April, at 7:30 PM IST. This match is set to be a thrilling encounter as Punjab continues its impressive undefeated run, while Rajasthan looks to bounce back from recent struggles.

Punjab Kings are currently leading the IPL 2026 points table with 13 points from seven matches. Their most notable achievement was chasing down Delhi’s score of 264 in the 19th over. Cooper Connolly, who recently recovered from a back injury, has been a key player for Punjab.

Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, have had mixed results lately, losing three out of their last five matches. They sit at fourth place with 10 points from eight games. The Royals’ batting lineup includes young talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has already shown promise with a century and multiple quick fifties.

The match will be played at the highest-scoring venue in IPL 2026. The average score for teams batting first here is over 212, with the highest chase being 223 by Punjab against SRH. The pitch offers good bounce and carry, favoring aggressive batters and fast bowlers.

Weather conditions at toss time will be partly cloudy with a temperature of 29°C. Rain chances are low during the first innings but increase slightly later. Dew is expected to play a significant role in the second innings, making it crucial for teams to decide their strategy wisely.

Punjab enters this match on a strong note, while Rajasthan aims to break Punjab’s unbeaten streak and secure a much-needed win.