Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 46 of the IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 03. Punjab Kings are currently at the top of the points table with six victories. Meanwhile, the Gujarat Titans desperately seek to secure a playoff berth with five wins.
The Kings recorded their first defeat of the season against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Gujarat Titans recently secured an impressive victory against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and aim to capitalize on their home advantage.
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Gujarat Titans have shown mixed form this season but recently secured a four-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Shubman Gill gave a strong start, while Jason Holder contributed with an all-round performance. The Titans have completed five chases this season, relying on their batting unit.
Recent 5 Matches:
Gujarat Titans beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 4 wickets
Gujarat Titans won by 8 wickets
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets
Mumbai Indians won by 99 runs
Gujarat Titans won by 5 wickets
Shubman Gill is the leading run-getter for Gujarat Titans with 373 runs at an average of 46.62 and a strike rate of 155.41. Sai Sudharsan adds top-order stability with 328 runs. Jos Buttler and Washington Sundar need to support the top order to help Gujarat Titans post competitive totals.
Kagiso Rabada is the leading wicket-taker for Gujarat Titans with 14 wickets, while Prasidh Krishna has 12 wickets. Rashid Khan recently took two wickets for 19 runs. The bowling unit must stay disciplined to contain Punjab Kings batters.
Key Players: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada
Gujarat Titans Predicted Playing XI: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Manav Suthar, Arshad Khan
Impact Player: Mohammed Siraj
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Punjab Kings have dominated the season, relying on strong chasing ability. Despite a recent loss to Rajasthan Royals, they earlier completed a historic chase against Delhi Capitals. Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer led the chase of 265, showcasing their batting strength.
Recent 5 Matches:
Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets
Punjab Kings won by 6 wickets
Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs
Punjab Kings beat Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets
Punjab Kings beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 6 wickets
Prabhsimran Singh is the leading run-getter for Punjab Kings with 346 runs at a strike rate of 179.27. Captain Shreyas Iyer anchors the middle order with 309 runs at an average of 61.80. Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly add momentum, helping Punjab Kings maintain an average first-innings score of 238.
Arshdeep Singh is the leading wicket-taker for Punjab Kings with eight wickets. Yuzvendra Chahal has taken seven wickets, providing key spin support. Marco Jansen and Lockie Ferguson need to improve consistency. The bowling unit faces a tough test against the strong Gujarat Titans top order.
Key Players: Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis
Punjab Kings Predicted Playing XI: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Suryansh Shedge, Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Impact Player: Harpreet Brar
Weather Conditions
Ahmedabad will have clear skies and extremely hot, dry weather during the evening match at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Temperatures will peak around 41°C before dropping to near 28°C later. With no rain expected, players will face physically demanding conditions throughout the game.
GT vs PBKS Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium offers a flat batting surface suited for high-scoring matches. The average first-innings score is close to 195 runs this season. Batters can rely on consistent bounce, while fast bowlers must use variations effectively to control scoring on the large ground.
Toss Decision: Bowl First
Historically, both batting first and chasing have produced similar results at this venue. However, considering the strong chasing record of Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans this season, the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first and chase the target.
Winning Prediction
Punjab Kings enter as favourites due to their strong top-order batting and chasing success. Gujarat Titans have home advantage and recent momentum but lack consistency in key moments. Punjab Kings are expected to win this match.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where is the GT vs PBKS match being played? The match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the home ground of Gujarat Titans.
Who are the key batters to watch for Gujarat Titans? Shubman Gill is the leading run getter, consistently dominating opposition bowling attacks alongside Sai Sudharsan.
Why are Punjab Kings dominating this season? Punjab Kings completely dominate the tournament due to an incredibly destructive batting lineup.
What is a competitive score on the Ahmedabad pitch? The Narendra Modi Stadium is an absolute batting paradise. Teams should ideally aim for 195–210 runs when batting first.
Who is predicted to win the GT vs PBKS match? Punjab Kings are strongly predicted to win the match.