Where to watch PBKS vs RCB IPL 2026 match: TV channel, live stream details and start time in India
The IPL 2026 match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. IST on Sunday, May 17, at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. RCB enter the game as strong favorites following Virat Kohli's recent century, while PBKS struggle with form and confidence. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and streamed live on JioHotstar.
- ▪The match between PBKS and RCB will take place at 3:30 p.m. IST on May 17, 2026, at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala.
- ▪Royal Challengers Bengaluru are considered heavy favorites, especially after Virat Kohli's century in their previous match.
- ▪Punjab Kings have failed to defend totals of 210 and 200 in recent games at this venue, losing control in the final overs.
- ▪The game will be televised on Star Sports Network and streamed on the JioHotstar app and website.
- ▪PBKS hold the unwanted IPL record of losing the most matches after scoring over 200 runs, with ten such defeats in history.
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