Where to Watch the PBKS vs RR IPL 2026 Match?

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to take on the Rajasthan Royals today, April 28, 2026. This will be Match 40 during the 2026 IPL season at The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh. Punjab is looking to continue their streak of being unbeaten for over 7 matches; currently the longest winning streak in IPL history with an unstoppable 7-match winning streak. Shreyas Iyer has been a tremendous contributor to the team this season along with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya at the top of the order, while Arshdeep Singh has played a key role in helping Punjab’s bowlers transition through various parts of the bowling innings. Moreover, Punjab’s most recent world record of successfully chasing down the total of 264 runs against Delhi – has largely been due to exceptional teamwork by all three guys mentioned above.

After losing 3 out of 4 matches played thus far this season, the Royals currently find themselves in 4th place and desperately need to turn around their recent form. Even though Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – now considered to be one of the best young batsmen in the IPL at just 15 years old – is leading the team in runs, captain Riyan Parag has struggled to find adequate support via other middle order batters. Jofra Archer will play an essential role for the Royals in this match as he often takes wickets and the critical first 5 overs, thus putting a damper on Punjab’s overall momentum throughout the duration of the game.

Head-to-Head Stats 

Rivalry between Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals has been a competitive one historically and over the years has seen consistent use of the word ‘Royals’ in all of their games and thus holda significant upper hand over Punjab with 18 wins in 31 matches whereas Punjab has only 13 wins. royals also has the record for most run scored against each other with their highest being 226 runs. Also, Punjab famously won one of their matches with a Super over, yet Rajasthan has gone by having the same batsman (Sanju Samson) as number one all-time run scorer with 690 runs between them and Rajasthan has been as consistent during the last few years, as evidenced by the fact that they finished with a 1-1 tie during their 2025 season.

Currently Arshdeep Singh (who had the best bowling record between Punjab and Rajasthan with his 5/32 performance in 2021) has the current best bowling record against both teams. Although Rajasthan has dominated Punjab over the years, Punjab has the momentum this year as they remain undefeated at their new home Mullanpur, have scored over 200 runs in every game they played at home and have made this location a very imposing one on both teams.

When will PBKS vs RR face each other in the IPL 2026?

On April 28, Punjab Kings will take on Rajasthan Royals in Match 40 of IPL 2026.

Where will the PBKS vs RR match be played?

The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium will host the thrilling match between PBKS and RR.

When will the match between PBKS vs RR start?

Punjab Kings will face Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday, live from 7:30 PM (IST)

Which TV channel will broadcast the PBKS vs RR match live?

As the Star Sports Network is the official broadcaster of the tournament, fans can catch the live action of the PBKS vs RR match there. 

Which platform will stream the PBKS vs RR match live?

The JioHotstar will stream the Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals clash live on April 28.