PBKS vs RR — All-Time IPL Stats, Head-to-Head & Record

PBKS vs RR — The All-Time IPL Stats Picture

When Punjab Kings take on Rajasthan Royals, two contrasting IPL stories collide. Punjab bring aggressive top order, Arshdeep at the death, big-money rebuilds. Rajasthan counter with inaugural champions, Jaiswal-Jadeja batting spine, strong 2026 auction rebuild. Across 28 matches stretching back to 2008, this rivalry has produced finals, last-ball thrillers, and statement performances on both sides.

This is the complete PBKS vs RR all-time stats comparison — head-to-head record, trophy count, top run-scorers, top wicket-takers, biggest wins, and a clear verdict on who has the better overall IPL record heading into IPL 2026.

PBKS vs RR Head-to-Head Record

Stat	PBKS	RR
Total Matches	28	28
Wins	13	15
No Result	0	0
Win % (H2H)	46.4%	53.6%

Rajasthan Royals dominate the head-to-head, winning 15 of the 28 matches against Punjab Kings.

The numbers tell only part of the story. Punjab's edge comes from aggressive top order, while Rajasthan have leaned on inaugural champions. When these sides meet, the team that controls the powerplay overs typically controls the result — particularly at neutral venues where neither side enjoys home conditions.

For deeper context, see the complete IPL head-to-head records guide.

Trophy Count — PBKS vs RR

Rajasthan Royals have the clear edge in trophies — 1 vs 0.

Punjab Kings — 0 IPL titles

Rajasthan Royals — 1 IPL title (2008)

• 2008

For the full list of trophyless franchises and the IPL champions list, see IPL records and all-time stats.

Finals & Playoffs Record

Team	Finals Played	Titles
PBKS	1	0
RR	3	1

Rajasthan Royals have reached more IPL finals (3 vs 1) — a marker of long-term consistency that Punjab Kings have not yet matched.

Top Run-Scorers — PBKS vs RR All-Time

Punjab Kings — All-Time Top Run-Scorers:

Player	Matches	Runs	Average	Strike Rate
KL Rahul	80+	2,831+	47	136
Shaun Marsh	71+	2,477+	39.9	132.4
David Miller	100+	2,300+	33	138
Glenn Maxwell	70+	1,600+	26	153
Mayank Agarwal	80+	1,800+	24.5	134

Rajasthan Royals — All-Time Top Run-Scorers:

Player	Matches	Runs	Average	Strike Rate
Sanju Samson	150+	4,200+	30	138
Jos Buttler	80+	3,000+	39	148
Yashasvi Jaiswal	50+	1,800+	36	152
Ajinkya Rahane	100+	2,800+	30	120
Steve Smith	95+	2,495+	35	127

KL Rahul leads the Punjab run charts with over 2,831 IPL runs. Sanju Samson is Rajasthan's leading run-getter with 4,200+ runs. In direct head-to-heads, both have produced match-defining innings against the opposition, but the wider story is depth — a top order still finding its long-term identity.

Top Wicket-Takers — PBKS vs RR All-Time

Punjab Kings — All-Time Top Wicket-Takers:

Player	Matches	Wickets	Average	Economy
Sandeep Sharma	90+	100+	26	7.6
Arshdeep Singh	70+	90+	26	8.5
Mohit Sharma	50+	65+	24.5	8.3
Kagiso Rabada	30+	45+	22	8.4

Rajasthan Royals — All-Time Top Wicket-Takers:

Player	Matches	Wickets	Average	Economy
Yuzvendra Chahal	50+	70+	22	7.8
Trent Boult	50+	60+	24	8
Shane Watson	90+	85+	28.5	7.9
Ravichandran Ashwin	50+	50+	28	7.5

Sandeep Sharma leads the Punjab wicket charts. Yuzvendra Chahal is Rajasthan's most successful bowler. The death-overs duel between these two attacks — particularly in the 18th and 19th overs — has decided more PBKS-vs-RR matches than any other single phase of play.

For more on the most wickets in IPL history and most sixes in IPL history, see the dedicated record trackers.

Captains & Icon Players

Team	Current Captain	Icon Player
PBKS	Shreyas Iyer leads PBKS as captain and franchise icon. For Rajasthan, Riyan Parag leads RR as captain; Sanju Samson moved to CSK pre-2026 auction.

Home Venues & Conditions

Punjab Kings — Home: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, Mullanpur. Known to fans simply as Mullanpur, this venue is the new home of Punjab Kings, a fresh surface still building its profile.

Rajasthan Royals — Home: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Rajasthan's home advantage at Jaipur comes from familiarity with conditions and the Jaiswal-led explosive top order.

For the complete venue breakdown, see the IPL 2026 complete venue guide.

PBKS vs RR in IPL 2026

The two teams meet twice in IPL 2026 — once at Mullanpur and once at Jaipur. Based on form coming into the season:

• PBKS's strength: aggressive top order, Arshdeep at the death, big-money rebuilds.
• PBKS's weakness: never won the title, only 1 final in 17 years, weakest middle-overs bowling.
• RR's strength: inaugural champions, Jaiswal-Jadeja batting spine, strong 2026 auction rebuild.
• RR's weakness: only 1 title (2008), inconsistent across decades, mid-table for years.

For complete fantasy picks and Dream11 strategy across IPL 2026, see Dream11 captain picks for all IPL 2026 matches.

The Verdict — PBKS or RR?

Rajasthan Royals have the better all-time IPL record. They lead the head-to-head 15-13, have more titles (1 vs 0), and have generally been the more consistent franchise across IPL history.

That does not mean Punjab Kings are without their own claim. aggressive top order gives them upside in any single matchup. But across all available IPL data, the Rajasthan edge is real.

Related Reading

• IPL all-time records and stats
• IPL head-to-head records — complete guide
• MI vs CSK — the all-time IPL comparison
• KKR vs PBKS — the all-time IPL comparison
• IPL 2026 complete teams and schedule guide
• Most sixes in IPL history
• Most wickets in IPL history

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PBKS vs RR head-to-head record?

PBKS trail RR 13-15 in 28 matches. PBKS have a 46.4% win rate and RR have a 53.6% win rate in this fixture.

Who has won more IPL trophies — PBKS or RR?

Punjab Kings have 0 IPL titles. Rajasthan Royals have 1 IPL title (2008). Rajasthan Royals are the more successful franchise by trophy count.

Who is PBKS's all-time top run-scorer?

KL Rahul leads the Punjab Kings run charts with over 2,831 IPL runs at an average around 47.

Who is RR's all-time top run-scorer?

Sanju Samson leads the Rajasthan Royals run charts with over 4,200 IPL runs at an average around 30.

Who is PBKS's all-time top wicket-taker?

Sandeep Sharma leads the Punjab Kings wicket charts with over 100 IPL wickets at an economy of 7.6.

Who is RR's all-time top wicket-taker?

Yuzvendra Chahal leads the Rajasthan Royals wicket charts with over 70 IPL wickets at an economy of 7.8.

When do PBKS and RR play in IPL 2026?

PBKS and RR face each other twice in IPL 2026 — once at Mullanpur and once at Jaipur. For the complete schedule, see the IPL 2026 schedule and fixtures.