The scene is all set for an electrifying finale of the IPL 2025 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clash with Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on June 3. Both teams have been incredibly consistent during the league stage, winning nine matches each to occupy the top two spots on the points table.
RCB sailed into the final with a convincing win in Qualifier 1, demonstrating their all-round prowess. Punjab Kings qualified through a thriller of a chase against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 after chasing a huge total of 204, which was only possible due to Shreyas Iyer’s knock of 87 runs.
RCB Vs PBKS: Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium surface has stood true to its billing as a batting paradise, particularly during night games. The pitch provides bounce and even pace, enabling batters to play their strokes with ease. In Qualifier 2, both sides breached the 200-run barrier, suggesting the sort of high-scoring conditions seen once more in the final.
Although there is some support for the spinners with the passage of time, short boundaries and an extremely fast outfield favor power hitters. The bowlers will have to depend on variations and intelligent implementation in order to restrict runs.
RCB Vs PBKS: Toss Strategy
With dew most likely to have a bearing in the evening meeting, the toss could be decisive. Captains will be inclined to choose chasing, since batting second has worked distinctly to their advantage in games played at this ground in recent times. The ball skids under lights, so strokeplay is less difficult in the second innings.
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With the pitch being what it is and under final conditions, a target may be dangerous. The bowling side will look to get out early and limit their opponents before starting their chase on a bowling-friendly surface.
