Today, 18th May 2025, the 59th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will be played between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, starting from 3:30 PM IST (10:00 AM GMT). As both teams prepare for this crucial daytime encounter, the pitch and weather conditions in Jaipur are expected to play a key role in shaping the outcome.
Over the last few IPL matches at this venue, fans have witnessed high-scoring games, dominant fast bowling spells, and a slight edge for teams chasing targets. Let’s take a closer look at how the Jaipur pitch has behaved in recent matches and what trends we might expect in today’s afternoon fixture.
The iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur has hosted some thrilling matches in the IPL recently.
From high-scoring chases to big bowling collapses, the ground has seen it all in the last few games.
Let’s take a closer look at how the pitch has behaved, which teams dominated, and how pace and spin bowlers performed.
Sawai Mansingh Stadium Last 10 IPL Matches – Match Results
| Match | Team 1 | Score | Team 2 | Score | Pace Wkts | Spin Wkts | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PBKS | 219/5 | RR | 209/7 | 8 | 4 | PBKS won by 10 runs |
| 2 | MI | 217/2 | RR | 117/10 | 7 | 5 | MI Won by 100 runs |
| 3 | GT | 209/4 | RR | 212 | 3 | 3 | RR Won by 2 wickets |
| 4 | LSG | 180/5 (20) | RR | 178/5 (20) | 7 | 3 | LSG won by 2 runs |
| 5 | RR | 173/4 (20) | RCB | 175/1 (17.3) | 3 | 2 | RCB won by 9 wkts |
| 6 | MI | 179/9 (20) | RR | 183/1 (18.4) | 8 | 2 | RR won by 9 wkts |
| 7 | RR | 196/3 (20) | GT | 199/7 (20) | 6 | 3 | GT won by 3 wkts |
| 8 | RCB | 183/3 (20) | RR | 189/4 (19.1) | 5 | 2 | RR won by 6 wkts |
| 9 | RR | 185/5 (20) | DC | 173/5 (20) | 6 | 4 | RR won by 12 runs |
| 10 | RR | 193/4 (20) | LSG | 173/6 (20) | 7 | 3 | RR won by 20 runs |
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Pitch Report and Behavior at Sawai Mansingh Stadium
Runs Galore
- The last 10 matches have seen scores around 170-210 regularly.
- Batters have enjoyed good bounce and pace off the surface.
- Teams batting first have crossed 200 runs multiple times.
Chasing Advantage
- Teams batting second have also chased big scores successfully.
- Out of the last 10 matches, chasing teams won 5 times, while batting first also had good success.
- Dew often plays a crucial role in night matches, giving chasing teams an edge.
Pace vs Spin: Who Took More Wickets?
| Type of Bowling | Total Wickets Taken |
|---|---|
| Pace Bowlers | 60 wickets |
| Spin Bowlers | 36 wickets |
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Observations:
- Pace bowlers have clearly been more effective at Jaipur, taking around 62% of the wickets.
- Spinners also played a role, especially in the middle overs, but quick bowlers dominated with the new ball and at the death.
- In a rare match (Match 8), both pace and spin got 7 wickets each, showing the pitch can assist both types if used smartly.
Expert View: How Will Today’s Match Be Affected?
- Batting-friendly start: Expect a batting-friendly start during the powerplay overs.
- Pace bowlers’ role: New ball bowlers could get movement early, especially under lights.
- Score expectation: A first innings score of 180-200 would be competitive.
- Toss matters: Teams might prefer to bowl first because of dew and the trend of successful chases.
Sawai Mansingh Stadium has become a venue where both bowlers and batters have chances — but quick bowlers have the upper hand. With another exciting match lined up today, fans can expect another high-scoring thriller at this beautiful Jaipur ground!
