RR vs PBKS Playing 11: Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals will square off against Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings in the 59th match of the IPL 2025 on May 18 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.

Rajasthan Royals have been knocked out of the tournament with only three wins out of 12 games, while Punjab Kings are one of the contenders for a playoff spot.

With the Rajasthan Royals in ninth place, the Punjab Kings are in fourth place in the IPL 2025 points table.

Punjab Kings Won the toss and opted to Bat first, Speaking at the toss Shreyas Iyer said, “We are going to bat first. The wicket looks fantastic, know how it plays here. The powerhouse has been our batting, so got to make the best use of it.”

“Everyone is in high spirits. The mindset has been strong. Trying to make the best use of the sources. Kudos to the Army forces. Mitch Owen, Jansen, Omarzai are playing..” concluded Iyer.

On the other hand, Sanju Samson said, “Wanted to bowl first after how the pitch behaved in the last game against RCB. Let’s see how it plays out today. I am okay, hundred percent fit.”

“I would love to respect where he (Suryavanshi) is batting. He has played well for us. I will bat down the order, I come in for Nitish Rana. Maphaka comes in for Jofra Archer..” concluded Samson.

RR vs PBKS Playing 11

Rajasthan Royals Playing 11: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson (W/C), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kwena Maphaka, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Madhwal, Fazalhaha Farooqi

Punjab Kings Playing 11: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (w), Shreyas Iyer (C), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Mitchell Owen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Arshdeep SINGH, Yuzvendra Chahal