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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Punjab Kings

VS

Rajasthan Royals

9 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

4
Wins
44.4%
9
Total
5
Wins
55.6%
44.4%
55.6%

Rivalry Overview

Since their first encounter, Punjab Kings versus Rajasthan Royals has grown into IPL's premier matchup. 9 matches later, this rivalry continues to captivate millions, offering a perfect blend of competition, skill, and sporting drama.

📊 Record Analysis

The head-to-head record tells a story of absolute parity. Punjab Kings holds 4 victories against Rajasthan Royals's 5, with a minuscule 1-match difference highlighting how evenly matched these teams are. This 44.4% vs 55.6% split proves neither team can claim psychological dominance.

Punjab Kings Stats

Highest Score: 221
Average Score: 89
Win Rate: 44.4%

Rajasthan Royals Stats

Highest Score: 205
Average Score: 87
Win Rate: 55.6%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

Punjab Kings's JM Sharma has accumulated 160 runs in this matchup, complemented by Rajasthan Royals's YBK Jaiswal's 338-run contribution - both players proving crucial to their team's fortunes. With the ball, Arshdeep Singh (Punjab Kings) has claimed 16 wickets at 9.88 economy, while YS Chahal (Rajasthan Royals) counters with 8 scalps.

🏏 Punjab Kings Top Scorers

1
JM Sharma
SR: 150.94 | 10×6 | 10×4
160
106 balls
2
KL Rahul
SR: 170.73 | 7×6 | 11×4
140
82 balls
3
N Wadhera
SR: 169.23 | 8×6 | 9×4
132
78 balls
4
SM Curran
SR: 141.67 | 5×6 | 9×4
119
84 balls
5
P Simran Singh
SR: 145.00 | 4×6 | 14×4
116
80 balls

🏏 Rajasthan Royals Top Scorers

1
YBK Jaiswal
SR: 151.57 | 11×6 | 41×4
338
223 balls
2
SV Samson
SR: 158.99 | 10×6 | 32×4
283
178 balls
3
R Parag
SR: 153.13 | 12×6 | 13×4
196
128 balls
4
SO Hetmyer
SR: 178.13 | 12×6 | 12×4
171
96 balls
5
Dhruv Jurel
SR: 170.15 | 8×6 | 7×4
114
67 balls

🎯 Punjab Kings Top Bowlers

1
Arshdeep Singh
Econ: 9.88 | Balls: 215
16
wickets
2
NT Ellis
Econ: 7.33 | Balls: 72
6
wickets
3
SM Curran
Econ: 9.27 | Balls: 90
6
wickets
4
Mohammed Shami
Econ: 6.75 | Balls: 48
5
wickets
5
K Rabada
Econ: 9.00 | Balls: 72
5
wickets

🎯 Rajasthan Royals Top Bowlers

1
YS Chahal
Econ: 9.00 | Balls: 120
8
wickets
2
Avesh Khan
Econ: 7.91 | Balls: 47
4
wickets
3
C Sakariya
Econ: 8.86 | Balls: 42
4
wickets
4
JC Archer
Econ: 6.25 | Balls: 24
3
wickets
5
R Ashwin
Econ: 7.33 | Balls: 72
3
wickets

Memorable Moments

Scoring records tell their own story - Punjab Kings's 221 represents their best effort, eclipsed only by Rajasthan Royals's 205. Such totals highlight the batting depth both franchises possess. Most encounters have unfolded at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, hosting 2 of these battles and becoming synonymous with this rivalry.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
2 matches played
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
2 matches played
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
2 matches played