PBKS predicted playing XI vs RCB: Marcus Stoinis out, Vijaykumar Vyshak likely to return

RCB and PBKS face off in a high-stakes clash as former RCB stars Chahal and Maxwell return, know the possible playing XI.

In the 34th match of IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bangalore will be taking on Punjab Kings at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Both teams are very close in the IPL points table, with RCB currently in third position while Punjab stands at fourth. Punjab Kings must be feeling confident right now after successfully defending a low score against KKR in their last encounter. Meanwhile, RCB is also high on confidence after winning their initial matches and having a good start to the season.

Two former players of RCB, Yuzvendra Chahal and Glenn Maxwell, will be playing today against their former team. Let’s look at the possible playing XI for the match.

Marcus Stoinis to make a comeback?

It seems like Marcus Stoinis will have to wait a little longer to make it into the playing XI because Josh Inglis is currently occupying his spot. Josh didn’t have a good outing in the last match, getting out after scoring only two runs in 6 balls. However, this will be another chance for Inglis to deliver a good performance for the team.

Vijaykumar Vyshak as Impact sub?

Vijaykumar Vyshak might come in as the impact sub for Punjab Kings in the match against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Vyshak has been really good with the ball but hasn’t had many opportunities. He was the match-winner in the first match against Gujarat Titans, where Punjab Kings successfully defended their score, and the huge credit goes to him. Vyshak might make it into the XI as an impact player because he has experience playing at the Chinnaswamy Stadium as a former RCB player.

Xavier Bartlett or Aaron Hardie?

Between Aaron Hardie and Xavier Bartlett, the team might again go with Bartlett. He had a decent outing against the Kolkata Knight Riders, where he bowled three overs and managed to get one wicket. He was a bit expensive, though, but he might get another chance to redeem himself.

PBKS possible playing XI vs RCB