As the IPL 2025 action heats up, Punjab Kings (PBKS) are all set to take on the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their first home game of the season. The clash will be played at the newly-built Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, on Saturday, April 5, 2025, starting at 7:30 PM IST.
All eyes will be on Sanju Samson, who is back as the full-time captain for Rajasthan Royals after recovering from a minor injury. Known for his classy stroke play and consistency against PBKS, Sanju will look to make a strong impact yet again.
Sanju Samson vs Punjab Kings – IPL Stats (2013–2024)
Sanju Samson has always enjoyed playing against Punjab Kings. His IPL numbers against PBKS speak volumes of his dominance:
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 23 | 738 | 119 | 36.90 | 142.74 | 1 | 2 | 62 | 31 |
From quickfire cameos to match-winning centuries, Sanju has delivered time and again against PBKS. His 119-run knock remains one of the most thrilling innings in IPL history.
Sanju Samson at Mullanpur – What to Expect?
Though Mullanpur is a new IPL venue, it has offered balanced conditions so far. Shorter boundaries allow batters to play big shots freely, something that suits Sanju’s game.
While he hasn’t played many matches here yet, a player of his experience and temperament is expected to adapt quickly. As Rajasthan Royals look for back-to-back wins, Sanju’s form will be the key, especially while batting first or chasing a target.
With 738 runs against PBKS and a stellar strike rate above 140, Sanju Samson remains a major threat to the Punjab bowlers. His ability to anchor the innings while accelerating at will makes him one of the most dangerous batters in this fixture.
