RCB vs PBKS IPL Today – May 29, 2025
IPL 2025 Qualifier 1: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Punjab Kings 2025
Venue: Mullanpur Stadium
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Broadcast: Star Sports, JioCinema (Free in India)
Match Result Update: In Qualifier 1 of IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) crushed Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 8 wickets to book a spot in the final. RCB’s bowlers, led by Josh Hazlewood (3/21) and Suyash Sharma (3/17), bundled out PBKS for just 102. In response, Phil Salt hammered an unbeaten 56 off 27 balls as RCB chased down the target in just 10 overs, showcasing complete dominance.
RCB vs PBKS 2025 Highlights
The qualifier 1 between RCB and PBKS of IPL 2025 is set to take place on Thursday, May 29, at 7:30 PM IST. This clash promises to be a thrilling encounter — both teams have performed well this season, but the battle will be even more intense as both are chasing their maiden IPL title.  PBKS defeated MI while RCB defeated LSG to secure the positions of 1 and 2, respectively.
It should be noted that the Royal Challengers Bangalore have qualified for the playoffs many times in the past; however, they have failed to lift the trophy. This time, RCB looks very promising in all departments, although the opening partnership is crucial here.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings have shown very impressive gameplay, and their team looks perfectly balanced. The RCB vs PBKS head to head records are also very fiery, as discussed below. However, the team that loses Qualifier 1 today will get another opportunity to compete for the IPL 2025 trophy in Qualifier 2.
Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Punjab Kings Standings 2025
| Teams | Match | Win | Loss | NSRH | Points | Last 5 Match |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 14 | 9 | 4 | +0.372 | 19 | W-W-W-L-W |
| Punjab Kings | 14 | 9 | 4 | +0.301 | 19 | W-W-N-L-W |
RCB vs PBKS Head to Head Record in IPL
In head-to-head records, RCB and PBKS clashed 35 times in IPL – PBKS dominated the rivalry with 18 wins, while RCB became victorious 17 times. Their rivalry has been closely contested so far, and with both teams equally dominant this season, this match could go either way.
However, in their last clash on April 18, 2025, the match was reduced to 14 overs. Bangalore is able to put only 95 runs on board while losing 9 wickets, which Punjab easily chased down in the 13th over, and won the match by 5 wickets.
Total Matches Played: 35
- RCB Wins: 17
- PBKS Wins: 18
- No Result: 0
- Winning Percentage: 51.42% (PBKS) and 48.58% (RCB)
Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Stats in IPL
| Stat | Value |
| Total Matches | 35 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore Win | 17 |
| Punjab Kings Win | 18 |
| No Result | 0 |
| PBKS Win % | 51.42% |
| RCB Win % | 48.58% |
| Matches won batting first (RCB) | 9 |
| Matches won chasing (RCB) | 7 |
| Matches won batting first (PBKS) | 7 |
| Matches won chasing (PBKS) | 10 |
| PBKS Biggest Win | 111 runs (2011, Dharamsala) |
| RCB Biggest Win | 138 runs (2015, Bangalore) |
PBKS vs RCB 2024 Records
In IPL 2024, Mumbai and Hyderabad faced each other twice, and RCB won both matches. The first encounter took place on March 25, 2024, in Chinnaswamy Stadium, where RCB won by 4 wickets after chasing 176 runs. In the second clash on May 9, 2024, held in HPCA Stadium, RCB scored 241 runs, which PBKS failed to chase and lost the match by 60 runs.
Most Runs in PBKS vs RCB Head-to-Head
- Virat Kohli (RCB) – 1030
- CH Gayle (PBKS) – 873
- AB De Villiers (RCB) – 718
Most Wickets in PBKS vs RCB Head-to-Head
- YS Chahal (RCB) – 25
- HV Patel (RCB) – 16
- Sandeep Sharma (PBKS) – 16
RCB vs PBKS All Match Results (2008-2024)
Here are the PBKS vs RCB head to head records of all matches so far –
| Year | Date | Venue | Match Result |
| 2008 | 05-May | Bengaluru | PBKS won by 6 wickets |
| 2008 | 12-May | Mohali | PBKS won by 9 wickets |
| 2009 | 24-Apr | Durban | PBKS won by 7 wickets |
| 2009 | 01-May | Durban | RCB won by 8 runs |
| 2010 | 16-Mar | Bengaluru | RCB won by 8 wickets |
| 2010 | 02-Apr | Mohali | RCB won by 6 wickets |
| 2011 | 06-May | Bengaluru | RCB won by 85 runs |
| 2011 | 17-May | Dharmsala | PBKS won by 111 runs |
| 2012 | 20-Apr | Mohali | RCB won by 5 wickets |
| 2012 | 02-May | Bengaluru | PBKS won by 4 wickets |
| 2013 | 06-May | Mohali | PBKS won by 6 wickets |
| 2013 | 14-May | Bengaluru | PBKS won by 7 wickets |
| 2014 | 28-Apr | Dubai | PBKS won by 5 wickets |
| 2014 | 09-May | Bengaluru | PBKS won by 32 runs |
| 2015 | 06-May | Bengaluru | RCB won by 138 runs |
| 2015 | 13-May | Mohali | PBKS won by 22 runs |
| 2016 | 09-May | Mohali | RCB won by 1 run |
| 2016 | 18-May | Bengaluru | RCB won by 82 runs |
| 2017 | 10-Apr | Indore | PBKS won by 8 wickets |
| 2017 | 05-May | Bengaluru | PBKS won by 16 runs |
| 2018 | 13-Apr | Bengaluru | RCB won by 4 wickets |
| 2018 | 14-May | Indore | RCB won by 10 wickets |
| 2019 | 13-Apr | Mohali | RCB won by 8 wickets |
| 2019 | 24-Apr | Bengaluru | RCB won by 17 runs |
| 2020 | 24-Sep | Dubai | PBKS won by 97 runs |
| 2020 | 15-Oct | Sharjah | PBKS won by 8 wickets |
| 2021 | 30-Apr | Ahmedabad | PBKS won by 34 runs |
| 2021 | 03-Oct | Sharjah | RCB won by 6 runs |
| 2022 | 27-Mar | Mumbai | PBKS won by 5 wickets |
| 2022 | 13-May | Mumbai | PBKS won by 54 runs |
| 2023 | 20-Apr | Mohali | RCB won by 24 runs |
| 2024 | 25-Mar | Bengaluru | RCB won by 4 wickets |
| 2024 | 09-May | Dharamsala | RCB won by 60 runs |
| 2025 | 18-Apr | Chinnaswamy | PBKS won by 5 wickets |
| 2025 | 20-Apr | MYSI | RCB won by 7 wickets |
RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head at Mullanpur Stadium
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) have faced each other once at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. In that encounter on April 20, 2025, RCB secured a 7-wicket victory while chasing a target of 158.
Despite Mullanpur being the home ground of PBKS since 2024, they have struggled here, winning only 3 out of 8 matches played at this venue.
Key Points of RCB vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record at Mullanpur Stadium:
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
- Total RCB vs PBKS Matches at Mullanpur: 1
- RCB Wins: 1
- PBKS Wins: 0
- PBKS vs RCB Pitch Conditions: Generally batting-friendly with true bounce; early assistance for pacers
- Toss Factor: Teams batting first have won 5 out of 8 matches at this venue
- Result/Tie: 0​
RCB vs PBKS Last 5 Match Results
Here are the outcomes of the last five IPL encounters between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS):
- April 20, 2025 – RCB won by 7 wickets (Mullanpur)
- April 18, 2025 – PBKS won by 5 wickets (Bengaluru)
- May 9, 2024 – RCB won by 60 runs (Dharamsala)
- March 25, 2024 – RCB won by 4 wickets (Bengaluru)
- April 20, 2023 – RCB won by 24 runs (Mohali)
