Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured their place in the final of IPL 2025 after defeating Mumbai Indians (MI) in Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad on 1 June. Now, at the same venue on 3 June, they will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the grand finale.
Both franchises are still chasing their maiden IPL title. This is the fourth time RCB have reached an IPL final—their last appearance was in 2016. For PBKS, this is only their second final appearance, with the previous one coming back in 2014.
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has consistently favoured batters. Another batting-friendly surface is expected for the final, making a high-scoring game likely.
Head-to-Head
PBKS and RCB have faced each other 36 times in IPL history, with both teams winning 18 matches each. In their last five encounters, RCB have won four, while PBKS have won just one. In the ongoing season, they have already met three times, with RCB winning twice and PBKS once.
Top 3 Fantasy Picks
Virat Kohli (RCB)
For 18 years, Kohli has been the backbone of the RCB franchise. Today, he has another opportunity to lift the IPL trophy for the first time. With 614 runs this season, Kohli has been in excellent form and is expected to deliver a big performance in the final.
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)
Iyer is coming off a match-winning knock in Qualifier 2. He has already crossed the 600-run mark this season and has been outstanding as captain. Last season, Iyer led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the IPL title. Now, with PBKS, he has the chance to win back-to-back titles with two different franchises.
Josh Hazlewood (RCB)
Hazlewood has played a vital role in RCB’s success. Even after returning from injury, his performance in Qualifier 1 showed his value to the team. With 21 wickets, the Australian pacer is currently fourth in the Purple Cap race and will be key again in the final.
Fantasy XI
Virat Kohli (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Inglis, Josh Hazlewood, Azmatullah Omarzai, Nehal Wadhera, Suyash Sharma, Shreyas Iyer (VC).
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