Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will kick off the Playoffs stage of IPL 2025 as they face off in Qualifier 1 at the New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur on Thursday. The big prize for the winners of this contest is a spot in the June 3 final. The losing side should not fret too much either as they will have another chance when they face winners of Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians clash in Qualifier 2 match on Sunday. PBKS should be the favourites in this contest having topped the Points Table but RCB have an incredible unbeaten record away from home this season. PBKS vs RCB IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 match LIVE Scores and Updates HERE -