PBKS vs RCB Pitch Report: Mullanpur Stadium IPL Stats

The Mullanpur surface has proven to be a haven for batters. The venue has already witnessed several high-scoring games this season.

The data suggests that the toss won't be a decisive factor.

Source : PTI

The first Qualifier of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will take place on May 29 at the Mullanpur Stadium in New Chandigarh, with Punjab Kings (PBKS) facing Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a high-stakes battle for a direct ticket to the final.

RCB booked their spot in Qualifier 1 after a thrilling 6-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants. PBKS, meanwhile, finished strong with a win against Mumbai Indians. Key batters like Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, and captain Shreyas Iyer have been in excellent touch. RCB's Virat Kohli and Phil Salt are also peaking at the right time, while Jitesh Sharma's explosive cameo in the last game has added firepower.

What to expect from Mullanpur pitch?

The Mullanpur surface has proven to be a haven for batters, offering good bounce and carry, allowing for clean stroke play. The venue has already witnessed several high-scoring games this season.

When these two sides met here earlier in IPL 2025, RCB restricted PBKS to 157 and comfortably chased down the target with seven balls and three wickets in hand.

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Mullanpur IPL Stats

Total matches hosted: 9

Wins batting first: 5

Wins chasing: 4

Average 1st innings score: 169

Highest total: 219/6 by PBKS vs CSK (2025)

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The data suggests that the toss won't be a decisive factor, with both batting first and second teams finding success. That said, the pitch clearly favors aggressive batting, and a quick start could prove to be the difference in this knockout clash.

What if rain washes out Qualifier 1 match between Punjab and Bangalore?

There is no reserve day for IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 between PBKS and RCB and Punjab will qualify for IPL 2025 final as they hold the number 1 spot in points table at end of league stage matches.