IPL 2024 PBKS vs RR: Match 27 Dream11 Top Captain, Vice-captain Picks And Player Stats

Shashank Sing and Riyan Parag will be crucial for their teams in the match [AP Photos]

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) and the Rajasthan Royals (RR) will cross swords in the 27th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). This match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur on April 13th at 7:30 PM IST. 

Before the match goes live, here are the important player stats, the top captain and vice-captain picks, and the players you can avoid as C or VC in this game. 

PBKS vs RR Important player stats (Top Five)

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PBKS vs RR Toss Factor

The wicket at the Mullanpur Stadium has looked good for batting. The pitch is expected to remain the same throughout the game, and the toss will not be a huge factor.

Scenario: If Punjab Kings win the toss

• Shikhar Dhawan, who has had a promising start to the tournament with the bat, might just be the game-changer if Punjab Kings win the toss. Despite a slight dip in performance in the last couple of games, his consistent batting record in the IPL suggests a strong possibility of him returning to form and making a significant impact in this game. 
• In the last two games, the lower middle order has worked wonders for the Punjab Kings. So Shikhar Dhawan might show trust in the depth of his batting line-up and opt to field first on winning the toss. In this case, once again, Shashank Singh and Asutosh Sharma will be important choices.  
• Arshdeep Singh had a couple of cold games with the ball. But he came back to rhythm in the last match with four wickets and could be a crucial choice in the game. Besides Arshdeep, Kagiso Rabada, who has been underperforming so far, could be a good choice for the match. 

Scenario: If Rajasthan Royals win the toss

• The Royals have a deep batting, and their top order is in good form. They will trust their depth and, hence, might also look to field first on winning the toss. Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag will be the obvious choices in this case. But along with them, you can also back either Yashasvi Jaiswal or Jos Buttler. While Buttler is having a hot and cold season, Jasiwal has been totally out of form. So, many players might ignore these two RR openers, and if one of them fires, then he could emerge as the decisive choice. 
• Yuzvendra Chahal has been the prime wicket-taker for RR in IPL 2024 and will be a must-pick for this game. Trent Boult has been through a couple of quiet games and will be looking to regain his rhythm in this game. Boult might be successful here and could be a great choice in the fantasy contests. 

PBKS vs RR Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks

Scenario: If Punjab Kings win the match

Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS)

The former Indian opener looked in good touch at the start of the tournament. However, Dhawan’s bat has stayed quiet in the last two games. He will be looking to regain his form in this game and play an impactful knock. 

Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)

Despite a quiet start to the tournament, the Indian left-arm pacer did an excellent job in the previous game. The wicket at Mullanpur suits Arshdeep and hence, he will be a great choice for the fantasy contests. 

Scenario: If Rajasthan Royals win the match

Sanju Samosn has been in great form in the tournament [AP Photos]

Sanju Samson (RR)

The RR skipper has been in form. Sanju Samson is looking in solid form and scoring runs consistently. In his current form, Samson will be a must-pick as the C or VC for the game. 

Yuzvendra Chahal (RR)

The Indian leg-spinner is currently the highest wicket-taker in the tournament. Yuzi is in a great rhythm with the ball and will be one of the prime choices as the C or VC of the game. 

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PBKS vs RR High Risk, High Reward

Jonny Bairstow could be a highly-rewarding choice for the fantasy contests of the match [AP Photos]

Jonny Bairstow (PBKS)

This Englishman’s batter has stayed quiet so far in IPL 2024. Jonny Bairstow has only one good innings under his belt and will be looking to make this opportunity count. Bairstow is an impactful opener and could be a game-changing pick in this game. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR)

After a dream IPL 2023, Jaiswal has been disappointing this season so far. Despite not having the big scores under his belt, Jaiswal has looked good with the bat. The Indian Southpaw could be a deciding factor in this game. 

PBKS vs RR Stay Aways

Harpreet Brar (PBKS)

The Indian left-arm spinner looked impressive in the first couple of games. But lately, Harpreet Brar has not picked up enough wickets to have enough impact in the fantasy contests. 

Dhruv Jurel (RR)

The young Indian keeper is having a tough time in IPL 2024. Dhruv Jurel’s current form makes him a player who could be ignored as a C or VC in this game.