Rajasthan Royals (RR) are locking horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS) today in Match 59 of IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur—and it’s more than just another league game. With both teams fighting for survival and form, this one promises drama, strategy, and plenty of fireworks.
A Must-Win for Rajasthan, A Momentum Builder for Punjab
RR haven’t had the best season, to put it lightly. With just three wins from 12 games, they’re sitting near the bottom of the points table and desperately need a win to salvage pride—and maybe keep slim playoff hopes alive.
PBKS, on the other hand, are flying high with seven wins in eleven matches. Their form has been sharp, their batting strong, and they’re looking to secure a playoff spot. This clash could tip the scales even further in their favor.
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Toss Update: PBKS Opt to Bat First
Shreyas Iyer, the Punjab Kings skipper, won the toss and chose to bat first.
Shreyas Iyer said:
“We’re going to bat first. The wicket looks great, and we know how it behaves here. Our batting has been solid, so the plan is to make the most of that.”
Sanju Samson, RR captain, wasn’t too disappointed:
“Wanted to bowl first anyway. I’m fit and ready, coming in for Nitish Rana. Maphaka replaces Archer.”
Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Mitchell Owen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson (wk/c), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kwena Maphaka, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Madhwal, Fazalhaq Farooqi
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Where to Watch RR vs PBKS Live in IPL 2025
TV Telecast in India:
You can catch the live action on the Star Sports Network, with coverage available in six languages including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Online Streaming:
Prefer watching online? Just head over to the JioCinema app or website—they’ve got the free stream in multiple languages.
Match Timings
- Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Toss: 3:00 PM IST
- Match Start: 3:30 PM IST
IPL 2025 Broadcast Partners Around the World
Here’s where you can watch if you’re tuning in from outside India:
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- UK & Ireland: Sky Sports
- Australia: Kayo, Foxtel
- Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives: Yupp TV
- Bangladesh: Gazi TV
- South Africa: SuperSport
- UAE & MENA: CricLife1 (via eLife)
- Singapore: StarHub
- Caribbean: Flow Sports
- New Zealand: Sky Sport
- Afghanistan: RTA TV
Final Word
With the stakes rising and just a few games left in the league stage, this RR vs PBKS face-off could be a defining moment for both teams. Whether you’re backing the Royals to bounce back or the Kings to keep marching forward, don’t miss this one.
