Rajasthan Royals meet Punjab Kings in Group A action at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on 2026-05-05. Sanju Samson leads the Jaipur side against Shreyas Iyer’s Mohali outfit in a match that matters for both camps.
Rajasthan Royals, inaugural champions (2008), and Punjab Kings, zero titles, bring contrasting styles to this fixture. The conditions at Sawai Mansingh Stadium will play a role, with the Jaipur heat and pitch characteristics influencing team selection and tactics.
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Every match at this stage of the IPL carries weight. Two points can be the difference between a playoff spot and an early exit. Both sides know the mathematics, and both will play accordingly.
- What time does Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings start?
- The match starts at 7:30 PM IST (Asia/Kolkata) at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on 2026-05-05. Use the timezone converter above to see it in your local time.
- Where is this match being played?
- Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, India. Capacity: 30,000.
- How can I watch IPL 2026?
- IPL 2026 is broadcast on Star Sports in India and streamed on JioCinema. International viewers can watch on Willow TV (USA/Canada), Sky Sports (UK), Fox Sports (Australia), and SuperSport (Africa).