Ahmedabad, June 3 -- The highly anticipated IPL 2025 final between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set to witness a thrilling showdown between PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer and RCB's ace pacer Josh Hazlewood.

Iyer, known for his big-match temperament, has been in sublime form, while Hazlewood's precision and ability to strike early could pose a significant challenge to the PBKS captain.

PBKS skipper is coming into this final in sublime form, having struck three unbeaten half-centuries in his last three outings at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

While Iyer's form and his record in tournament finals suggest another potential match-winning effort, standing in his way will be a familiar foe, Josh Hazlewood. The Australi...