PBKS vs RR Live streaming details, when & how to watch Match 40 of IPL 2026
The PBKS vs RR, match 40 of IPL 2026, will take place on April 28.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face Rajasthan Royals (RR) tonight in the Indian Premier League 2026. The Shreyas Iyer & Co. will have the home advantage in the clash, which will take place at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
Punjab Kings are the most dominant side in IPL 2026 so far. They have been unbeaten in their first seven games. Currently, they are at the top spot in the points table with six wins and one no result.
In their last clash, they chased down a mountainous 265-run target against the Delhi Capitals, scripting the record for the highest-ever IPL chase.
On the other hand, Riyan Parag & Co. take the fourth spot in the points table. They have won five out of eight matches and lost three. RR lost their previous game against SRH by five wickets, failing to defend a 228-run total.
This is the first match between these two teams in IPL 2026, where Rajasthan Royals face a tough challenge to break Punjab’s winning streak. While RR have a strong set of openers and a lethal pace attack, PBKS have a balanced unit in both departments.
Ahead of the PBKS vs RR match of IPL 2026, below are the live telecast, live streaming, match time, venue, and toss details for the encounter.
PBKS vs RR: Head-to-head record in IPL
- Matches Played: 30
- Punjab Kings (Won): 13
- Rajasthan Royals (Won): 17
- No Result: 0
PBKS vs RR: Match Details
- Match: Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Rajasthan Royals (RR), Match 40, Indian Premier League 2026
- Match Date: April 28, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Time: 7:30 PM (Indian Standard Time) / 2:00 PM GMT / 07:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh
- Toss time: 7:00 PM IST/ 1:30 PM GMT/ 7:00 PM Local
When to watch the PBKS vs RR IPL 2026 match 40? Timing details
The PBKS vs RR, match 40 of IPL 2026, is scheduled to be played on April 28. Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh is the venue of the clash, which will start at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). The toss will take place 30 minutes before the match at 7 PM IST.
How to watch the PBKS vs RR IPL 2026 match 40 in India?
Star Sports Network is the official broadcaster of IPL 2026 in India. The live telecast of the match will be available on Star Sports Channels. The live streaming will be available on the Jio Hotstar app and website. Fans can enjoy the game on these two platforms.
Where to watch the IPL 2026 Match 40? Country-wise TV, live streaming details
- India: Star Sports/ JioHotstar
- Afghanistan: ATN
- Australia: Fox Cricket/ Foxtel/ Kayo Sports
- New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ
- South Africa: SuperSport
- USA & Canada: Willow TV/ Willow TV app/ Fubo/ Sling TV
- Sri Lanka: ThePapare.com
- UAE and MENA: CricLife/ StarzPlay and Noon
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket/ Sky Go/ NOW TV
- Ireland: Sky Sports Cricket/ Sky Go/ NOW TV
Where to watch the live telecast and streaming of IPL 2026 in India?
The live telecast of IPL 2026 will be available on Star Sports Network in India. The live streaming will be available on the Jio Hotstar app and website.
When and where will the PBKS vs RR match 40 of IPL 2026 take place?
The encounter will take place on April 28 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
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