Overview

• Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, remain unbeaten this season with two consecutive wins and aim to continue their strong form at Mullanpur Stadium.
• Rajasthan Royals, with one win in three matches, look to bounce back as Sanju Samson resumes captaincy after Riyan Parag’s interim leadership.
• Key players to watch include Shreyas Iyer, in stellar batting form for PBKS, and Jofra Archer, who is critical to RR’s bowling strategy.
• PBKS’s squad features several homegrown players familiar with the conditions at Mullanpur, potentially giving them a strategic edge.
• Punjabi singers Jasmine Sandlas and Guru Randhawa will perform at the stadium before the match, adding a cultural flair to the event.