RCB vs PBKS: Team News and Playing XI for IPL 2025 Final
The stage is set for the IPL 2025 Final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face Punjab Kings (PBKS). Both teams are vying for their maiden IPL title, making this clash a historic event. Here’s the latest team news and confirmed playing XIs.
RCB Sticks to Winning Combination
RCB has opted to retain the same playing XI from their Qualifier 1 victory over PBKS. Notably, Tim David remains absent due to a hamstring injury sustained during the league stage, which also sidelined him in the previous match. Phil Salt, who was initially doubtful due to personal commitments, is available and features in the lineup.
PBKS Names Unchanged XI
PBKS has also decided to go with an unchanged lineup from their Qualifier 2 win. The team continues to back Liam Livingstone, despite his inconsistent performances, hoping for a match-winning contribution in the final
Confirmed Playing XIs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
- Philip Salt (wk)
- Virat Kohli
- Mayank Agarwal
- Rajat Patidar (c)
- Liam Livingstone
- Jitesh Sharma
- Romario Shepherd
- Krunal Pandya
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- Yash Dayal
- Josh Hazlewood
Impact Subs:
- Rasikh Salam
- Manoj Bhandage
- Tim Seifert
- Swapnil Singh
- Suyash Sharma
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
- Priyansh Arya
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Shreyas Iyer (c)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Shashank Singh
- Marcus Stoinis
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Kyle Jamieson
- Vijaykumar Vyshak
- Arshdeep Singh
- Yuzvendra Chahal
This comeback has been hailed as one of the greatest in IPL history.
Key Takeaways
- Tim David’s absence continues due to injury, which could impact RCB’s middle-order firepower.
- Phil Salt’s availability provides a boost to RCB’s top order.
- PBKS shows confidence in their existing lineup, banking on their players to deliver in the final.