Archive · 2 Jun 2025
IPL 2025 Playoffs: PBKS vs RCB, Final Qualification Scenarios
In the IPL 2025 playoffs, Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are facing off in a match called Qualifier 1.
The team that wins this match goes straight to the final.
The losing team gets a second chance by playing against the winner of another match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI).
The final match to decide the IPL champion is on June 3rd in Ahmedabad.
If it rains during Qualifier 1, PBKS will advance.
Both PBKS and RCB are seeking their first IPL title.
RCB and PBKS will compete in Qualifier 1, with the winner advancing directly to the final.
The loser of Qualifier 1 will play the winner of the Eliminator (GT vs MI) in Qualifier 2.
If Qualifier 1 is rained out, PBKS will advance to the final.
The final will be held on June 3 in Ahmedabad.
GT has a potential home advantage in Qualifier 2 and the final.
- Who
- Punjab Kings (PBKS), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Gujarat Titans (GT), Mumbai Indians (MI)
- What
- Qualifier 1 match and IPL 2025 Final
- When
- May 29, 2025, and June 3, 2025
- Where
- Chandigarh and Ahmedabad
- Why
- For a spot in the IPL 2025 final
- Teams in Qualifier 1
- Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Qualifier 1 Venue
- New PCA Stadium, Chandigarh
- Eliminator Match
- Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Final Venue
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Final Date
- June 3
- If Qualifier 1 is rained out
- PBKS advances to final
Sources
IPL 2025 Playoffs lineup confirmed: PBKS take on RCB in Qualifier 1; Gujarat Titans face Mumbai Indians in Eliminator
IPL Playoffs: Shreyas Iyer's Tact Up Against RCB's Flair In Battle Of Equals
"Gods Plan That We Got an Extra Game": Arshad Khan Confident Ahead Of Must-Win Clash vs MI
IPL 2025: Punjab Police On High Alert For Smooth Conduct Of Qualifier 1 And Eliminator In Mullanpur
What Happens If Punjab Kings vs RCB IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 Gets Washed Out - Explained
Dinesh Karthik's Inspiring Speech In Dressing Room Sets Up RCB For Playoffs
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IPL 2025 final set for June 3: Playoff fixtures, venues, and teams confirmed
How home advantage could impact IPL 2025 playoffs: Chandigarh vs Ahmedabad conditions
PBKS vs RCB, IPL 2025 Qualifier 1: Pitch, weather, playing XIs, key players, and free live streaming
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