PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today Match | Fantasy Team, Captain & Vice Captain Picks
📅 28 Apr 2026 · ⏰ 7:30 PM IST · 🏟️ New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur
Match Overview
PBKS vs RR, Match 40 of IPL 2026, takes place on 28 Apr 2026 at New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur. For this Dream11 prediction today match, both sides carry serious playoff ambitions. Understanding pitch conditions and toss impact is essential before locking in your fantasy XI. Below you'll find predicted playing 11s, key player analysis, captain picks, and two ready-to-use Dream11 teams.
Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | PBKS vs RR, Match 40 |
| Date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur |
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Format | T20 |
Pitch Report
| Factor | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly 🏏 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 180–193 |
| Chasing Advantage | Good chasing record at Mullanpur; home side advantage slightly favours PBKS |
| Spin Involvement | Low — pace and batting dominate |
The New PCA Stadium at Mullanpur has established itself as a batting-friendly venue. The pitch is flat with even bounce, and both seamers and spinners have opportunities at different stages. Expect a competitive 180–190 contest with the toss playing a significant role.
Weather Report
Predicted Playing 11
PBKS
- WK Prabhsimran Singh
- BAT Shikhar Dhawan
- BAT Shreyas Iyer
- BAT Shashank Singh
- BAT Nehal Wadhera
- AR Marcus Stoinis
- AR Sam Curran
- BOW Arshdeep Singh
- BOW Yuzvendra Chahal
- BOW Nathan Ellis
- BOW Harshal Patel
RR
- WK Jos Buttler
- BAT Yashasvi Jaiswal
- BAT Sanju Samson
- BAT Shimron Hetmyer
- BAT Devdutt Padikkal
- AR Riyan Parag
- BOW Ravichandran Ashwin
- BOW Trent Boult
- BOW Yuzvendra Chahal
- BOW Sandeep Sharma
- WK Dhruv Jurel
Key Players to Watch
PBKS Picks
- WK Prabhsimran Singh — Home opener in excellent IPL 2026 form; Mullanpur's flat pitch and familiar conditions make him the standout PBKS pick
- BAT Shreyas Iyer — PBKS captain who leads from the front; good technique against all types of bowling at any venue
- BOW Yuzvendra Chahal — PBKS leg-spinner who is very effective at Mullanpur; consistent wicket-taker in the middle overs
- AR Sam Curran — Left-arm pace creates awkward angles and his batting adds genuine value; reliable all-round floor
RR Picks
- WK Jos Buttler — World-class T20 opener who performs at any venue; RR's most important batting asset — automatic pick
- BAT Yashasvi Jaiswal — Fearless left-hander who attacks from ball one; Mullanpur's surface suits his aggressive approach
- BOW Trent Boult — New-ball swing with the SG ball can be sharp at Mullanpur; early wickets give RR a massive advantage
- BAT Sanju Samson — Elegant right-hander who can anchor and accelerate; great value pick in the middle order away from home
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
🛡️ Safe Picks
⚡ Risky / Differential
Dream11 Teams
🛡️ Safe Team (Small League)
- Prabhsimran Singh (C)
- Shreyas Iyer
- Marcus Stoinis
- Sam Curran
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Jos Buttler (VC)
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sanju Samson
- Trent Boult
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Arshdeep Singh
🔥 Grand League Team
- Prabhsimran Singh (VC)
- Shreyas Iyer
- Shashank Singh
- Marcus Stoinis (C)
- Sam Curran
- Jos Buttler
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Trent Boult
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Arshdeep Singh
Winning Tips
- Mullanpur produces 180–190 — mix 5–6 batsmen with quality bowlers from both sides
- Prabhsimran and Buttler are both must-includes; home opener vs world-class visiting opener
- Chahal must feature in every team — his leg-spin at Mullanpur is consistently effective at this venue
- Boult's early swing is the key RR bowling weapon; if he takes 2 in the powerplay, RR dominate the match
- Stoinis as GL captain is the high-ceiling home pick — when he fires with bat and ball, no one scores more in PBKS
⚡ Toss Update
🔄 Toss update will be added here shortly before match time. Once confirmed, use our Fantasy Cricket Team Generator — set the correct batting/fielding decision and the tool will automatically adjust captain picks and player weightings based on the toss outcome.