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IPL 2026 • Match 40
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28 April 2026 07:30 pm IST Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur

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PBKS host RR at Mullanpur. Arshdeep Singh's left-arm swing vs Jaiswal's aggressive strokeplay is the key early battle.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Arshdeep Singh at home — always extra dangerous with new ball
  • 2Jaiswal and Suryavanshi against quality pace — ultimate test
  • 3Jadeja at a batting-friendly venue — could be explosive
  • 4Two teams fighting for playoff spots

PBKS vs RR Head to Head Record

10
PBKS Wins
24
Total Matches
14
RR Wins
42%
58%
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Mullanpur Pitch Report

Batting FriendlyAvg 1st Innings: 175-190

Mullanpur is a flat, batting-friendly surface. Expect high scores in excess of 175-190.

Toss Decision

Chase is preferred at Mullanpur due to dew in evening games.

Key Player Battle

Arshdeep Singh vs Yashasvi Jaiswal

Punjab Kings

PBKS Key Players

  • Shreyas Iyer
  • Arshdeep Singh
  • Yuzvendra Chahal
  • Prabhsimran Singh
  • Glenn Maxwell
Rajasthan Royals

RR Key Players

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal
  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi
  • Riyan Parag
  • Ravindra Jadeja
  • Jofra Archer

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is PBKS vs RR IPL 2026?

Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 Match 40 is scheduled for 28 April 2026 at 07:30 pm IST at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur.

What is the PBKS vs RR head to head record?

In 24 IPL encounters, Rajasthan Royals leads 14-10. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for PBKS vs RR at Mullanpur?

Mullanpur is a flat, batting-friendly surface. Expect high scores in excess of 175-190.

Who will win PBKS vs RR IPL 2026 Match 40?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at Mullanpur?

The average first innings score at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur is approximately 175-190. Expect high scores on this batting-friendly surface.

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Last updated: 22 May 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.