Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 6th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. This is the first game at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore in this edition of the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;
Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be hoping for an improved result after their defeat at the hands of the defending champions, Chennai Super Kings on Friday. Their batting may have been dodgy during the game in Chennai and might be one of the things that need to be addressed ahead of their next game. Their bowling was decent as they were using the short ball ploy well and might look to add another pacer instead of Karn Sharma to their line-up.
Punjab Kings started their campaign off on the right foot and would be looking to continue this run in their upcoming game against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Their win against Delhi Capitals was a proper team performance and it was a call to the other teams that the Punjab Kings cannot be taken lightly this season.&nbsp;
<h3>Let’s take a look at the top five battles that might decide RCB vs PBKS encounter:</h3>
<h3>5. Mayank Dagar vs&nbsp;Jitesh Sharma&nbsp;</h3>
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<figcaption>Mayank Dagar and Jitesh Sharma (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
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The Punjab Kings’ vice-captain Jitesh Sharma did not have a successful start to his IPL campaign and would be looking to improve upon his performance in their upcoming encounter. He is batting at his preferred position of number five and should be able to play the role of a finisher as well as stabilize the innings for the team if required at some point.&nbsp;
His main challenge would be up against Mayank Dagar, who might be the main spinner that starts for the home side. Dagar had a decent performance with the ball against Chennai Super Kings as he delivered two overs at rapid speed and gave away just 11 runs without taking a wicket.&nbsp;
Jitesh Sharma was not able to read the spinner in his last game and got stumped. If Dagar can bowl with the same pace, he might just outfox the Punjab Kings wicket-keeper. It is surely a battle we might see in the middle overs and can swing the direction of the match as well.
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<h3>4. Glenn Maxwell vs Rahul Chahar</h3>
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<figcaption>Glenn Maxwell and Rahul Chahar (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
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The Australian all-rounder always has everyone’s attention when he enters the crease with the bat. He did not have a great start to the campaign as Mustifzur Rahman sent him back without even scoring a single run. Everyone has high hopes for the power-hitter and would be expected to deliver for his side on most occasions.
His main challenge would be <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/rahul-chahar" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rahul Chahar</a> who is known to deceive the batters with his variations. Even though he was a bit expensive, the spinner was able to claim a wicket for his side at a crucial time of the innings. Chahar was one of the better bowlers when he last played an IPL game at this venue as he took a wicket and gave away just 22 runs in his 4-over spell.&nbsp;
Maxwell has often shown a tendency to smash the leg-spinners for a flurry of boundaries but when the spinner comes out on top, he has returned to the dressing room. At the Chinnaswamy stadium, the batter might be favoured to dominate the outcome of this battle but nobody can rule out Chahar so early as well.

<h3>3. Shikhar Dhawan vs Mohammed Siraj</h3>
<figure class="image" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280585323_Dhawan-and-Siraj.jpeg" alt="Dhawan and Siraj" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<figcaption>Shikhar Dhawan and Mohammed Siraj (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
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The Punjab Kings skipper could not dominate with the bat as he is known to do during the last game against Delhi Capitals. He could only muster 22 runs off 16 balls as he lost his wicket while trying to up the ante for his side. At the batter-friendly surface of the M.Chinnaswamy stadium, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/shikhar-dhawan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shikhar Dhawan</a> would be expected to do the bulk of the scoring for his side.
The opener would be up against one of the best Indian fast bowlers of this generation. Mohammed Siraj would be hoping to demonstrate his new ball abilities early on and scalp a few wickets for his side. He had a disappointing performance against the Chennai Super Kings but would be hoping to move on from that.
Their battle can be the one that decides who has early momentum for their franchise. If Dhawan can continue his attacking approach, then he might just notch up one of the highest scorers in the match tomorrow. The Team India pacer would be hoping to derail the opener within the powerplay itself.

<h3>2. Faf Du Plessis vs Kagiso Rabada</h3>
<figure class="image" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280621444_Duplessis-and-Rabada.jpeg" alt="Duplessis and Rabada" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<figcaption>Faf Du Plessis and Kagiso Rabada (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
</figure>
South African international <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/faf-du-plessis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Faf du Plessis</a> was one of the most impressive batters for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in their last encounter against CSK. His flowing drives and mesmerizing shots in the powerplay were dictating the game for the initial few overs. Before getting dismissed, he looked like he would make it a big score on his return to the M.A Chidambaram stadium but it wasn’t meant to be.
His key battle would be against his countrymate Kagiso Rabada who has received some criticism for his line and length, especially in the T20 format. Even though he picked up a wicket in the last game, he gave away 36 runs which could have been costly. But with the new rule of two short balls per over, Rabada can be lethal if he uses this ploy.
This encounter between two of the best players of the game would be one to watch out for surely. Faf would look to dominate the proceedings for his side. Meanwhile, Rabada would be hoping his former national team captain can be sent back to the dressing room without notching up any significant score.

<h3>1. Virat Kohli vs Arshdeep Singh</h3>
<figure class="image" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280676866_Kohli-and-Arshdeep-Singh.jpeg" alt="Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<figcaption>Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh (Source -Twitter/x)</figcaption>
</figure>
Virat Kohli returned to the game after a short break of two months but it felt like he never left. It took him some time to get back to the usual order of business, but once he was set he looked to score runs at pace for his side. The batter was unlucky to find the deep mid-wicket fielder, who took a stunning relay catch and he had to go back to the pavilion after scoring just 21 runs.
The left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh would be hoping that he can use his brilliant new-ball ability to dismiss the veteran. The pacer was on point in the last game as he scalped two wickets and gave away just 28 runs in his four-over spell. At the M. Chinnaswamy stadium, he would be looking to scalp a few more wickets for his side.
If Virat Kohli can dominate the proceedings at the start, he might just go on to make it a big one. Arshdeep’s job would be to derail the veteran batter’s innings and his variations would be put to the test in this battle between the top titanic players.&nbsp;
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Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 6th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. This is the first game at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore in this edition of the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;
Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be hoping for an improved result after their defeat at the hands of the defending champions, Chennai Super Kings on Friday. Their batting may have been dodgy during the game in Chennai and might be one of the things that need to be addressed ahead of their next game. Their bowling was decent as they were using the short ball ploy well and might look to add another pacer instead of Karn Sharma to their line-up.
Punjab Kings started their campaign off on the right foot and would be looking to continue this run in their upcoming game against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Their win against Delhi Capitals was a proper team performance and it was a call to the other teams that the Punjab Kings cannot be taken lightly this season.&nbsp;
<h3>Let’s take a look at the top five battles that might decide RCB vs PBKS encounter:</h3>
<h3>5. Mayank Dagar vs&nbsp;Jitesh Sharma&nbsp;</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280516084_Jitesh-and-Mayank.jpeg" alt="Jitesh and Mayank" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Mayank Dagar and Jitesh Sharma (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
</figure>
The Punjab Kings’ vice-captain Jitesh Sharma did not have a successful start to his IPL campaign and would be looking to improve upon his performance in their upcoming encounter. He is batting at his preferred position of number five and should be able to play the role of a finisher as well as stabilize the innings for the team if required at some point.&nbsp;
His main challenge would be up against Mayank Dagar, who might be the main spinner that starts for the home side. Dagar had a decent performance with the ball against Chennai Super Kings as he delivered two overs at rapid speed and gave away just 11 runs without taking a wicket.&nbsp;
Jitesh Sharma was not able to read the spinner in his last game and got stumped. If Dagar can bowl with the same pace, he might just outfox the Punjab Kings wicket-keeper. It is surely a battle we might see in the middle overs and can swing the direction of the match as well.
Click Here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/live-scores/rcb-vs-pbks-match-6-t20-indian-premier-league-25-mar-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RCB vs PBKS Live Score, Match 6</a>
<h3>4. Glenn Maxwell vs Rahul Chahar</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280551775_Maxwell-and-Chahr.jpeg" alt="Maxwell and Chahar" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Glenn Maxwell and Rahul Chahar (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
</figure>
The Australian all-rounder always has everyone’s attention when he enters the crease with the bat. He did not have a great start to the campaign as Mustifzur Rahman sent him back without even scoring a single run. Everyone has high hopes for the power-hitter and would be expected to deliver for his side on most occasions.
His main challenge would be <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/rahul-chahar" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rahul Chahar</a> who is known to deceive the batters with his variations. Even though he was a bit expensive, the spinner was able to claim a wicket for his side at a crucial time of the innings. Chahar was one of the better bowlers when he last played an IPL game at this venue as he took a wicket and gave away just 22 runs in his 4-over spell.&nbsp;
Maxwell has often shown a tendency to smash the leg-spinners for a flurry of boundaries but when the spinner comes out on top, he has returned to the dressing room. At the Chinnaswamy stadium, the batter might be favoured to dominate the outcome of this battle but nobody can rule out Chahar so early as well.

<h3>3. Shikhar Dhawan vs Mohammed Siraj</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280585323_Dhawan-and-Siraj.jpeg" alt="Dhawan and Siraj" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Shikhar Dhawan and Mohammed Siraj (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
</figure>
The Punjab Kings skipper could not dominate with the bat as he is known to do during the last game against Delhi Capitals. He could only muster 22 runs off 16 balls as he lost his wicket while trying to up the ante for his side. At the batter-friendly surface of the M.Chinnaswamy stadium, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/shikhar-dhawan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shikhar Dhawan</a> would be expected to do the bulk of the scoring for his side.
The opener would be up against one of the best Indian fast bowlers of this generation. Mohammed Siraj would be hoping to demonstrate his new ball abilities early on and scalp a few wickets for his side. He had a disappointing performance against the Chennai Super Kings but would be hoping to move on from that.
Their battle can be the one that decides who has early momentum for their franchise. If Dhawan can continue his attacking approach, then he might just notch up one of the highest scorers in the match tomorrow. The Team India pacer would be hoping to derail the opener within the powerplay itself.

<h3>2. Faf Du Plessis vs Kagiso Rabada</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280621444_Duplessis-and-Rabada.jpeg" alt="Duplessis and Rabada" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Faf Du Plessis and Kagiso Rabada (Source -Twitter/X)</figcaption>
</figure>
South African international <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/faf-du-plessis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Faf du Plessis</a> was one of the most impressive batters for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in their last encounter against CSK. His flowing drives and mesmerizing shots in the powerplay were dictating the game for the initial few overs. Before getting dismissed, he looked like he would make it a big score on his return to the M.A Chidambaram stadium but it wasn’t meant to be.
His key battle would be against his countrymate Kagiso Rabada who has received some criticism for his line and length, especially in the T20 format. Even though he picked up a wicket in the last game, he gave away 36 runs which could have been costly. But with the new rule of two short balls per over, Rabada can be lethal if he uses this ploy.
This encounter between two of the best players of the game would be one to watch out for surely. Faf would look to dominate the proceedings for his side. Meanwhile, Rabada would be hoping his former national team captain can be sent back to the dressing room without notching up any significant score.

<h3>1. Virat Kohli vs Arshdeep Singh</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1711280676866_Kohli-and-Arshdeep-Singh.jpeg" alt="Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh (Source -Twitter/x)</figcaption>
</figure>
Virat Kohli returned to the game after a short break of two months but it felt like he never left. It took him some time to get back to the usual order of business, but once he was set he looked to score runs at pace for his side. The batter was unlucky to find the deep mid-wicket fielder, who took a stunning relay catch and he had to go back to the pavilion after scoring just 21 runs.
The left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh would be hoping that he can use his brilliant new-ball ability to dismiss the veteran. The pacer was on point in the last game as he scalped two wickets and gave away just 28 runs in his four-over spell. At the M. Chinnaswamy stadium, he would be looking to scalp a few more wickets for his side.
If Virat Kohli can dominate the proceedings at the start, he might just go on to make it a big one. Arshdeep’s job would be to derail the veteran batter’s innings and his variations would be put to the test in this battle between the top titanic players.&nbsp;
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