Gujarat Titans will take on Punjab Kings in Match 46 of IPL 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on May 3 at 7:30 PM IST. This is an important clash as both teams are fighting for a strong position in the points table.
Gujarat Titans are coming into this match with good confidence after winning key games recently. Their all-round performance has improved, especially in home conditions.
Punjab Kings have been one of the best teams this season. They have won 6 out of 8 matches and are sitting at the top of the table. Even after a recent loss, their overall form remains strong.
Match Details
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Match Number | 46th T20 |
| Date | May 3, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Recent Form |
|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | W, W, L, L, W |
| Punjab Kings | L, W, W, W, W |
PBKS have been more consistent compared to GT.
Points Table Overview
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punjab Kings | 8 | 6 | 1 | +1.043 | 13 |
| Gujarat Titans | 9 | 5 | 4 | -0.192 | 10 |
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | GT Wins | PBKS Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Last 10 Matches | 3 | 4 |
PBKS have a slight edge in recent meetings.
Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The pitch in Ahmedabad is balanced but slightly favors batters as the game progresses. In recent matches, chasing teams have found more success.
The surface may be a bit slow at the start, but it becomes better for batting in the second innings.
Venue Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 42 |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 183 |
| Avg 2nd Innings Score | 167 |
| Win Batting First | 60% |
| Win Chasing | 40% |
Pace vs Spin
| Bowling Type | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Pace | 93 (70%) |
| Spin | 40 (30%) |
Fast bowlers have dominated at this venue.
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 39.4°C |
| Weather | Hazy sunshine |
| Humidity | 24% |
| Rain Chances | 0% |
Conditions are hot but clear for a full match.
Toss Prediction
Teams may prefer to bowl first, as chasing has been easier in recent games here.
Key Players to Watch
Gujarat Titans will depend on Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, and Rashid Khan. Kagiso Rabada will be key with the ball.
Punjab Kings will rely heavily on Shreyas Iyer, Marcus Stoinis, and Arshdeep Singh. Their balanced squad is their biggest strength.
Probable Playing XI
| Gujarat Titans | Punjab Kings |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (C) | Prabhsimran Singh (WK) |
| Sai Sudharsan | Shreyas Iyer (C) |
| Jos Buttler (WK) | Cooper Connolly |
| Jason Holder | Suryansh Shedge |
| Shahrukh Khan | Nehal Wadhera |
| Washington Sundar | Marcus Stoinis |
| Arshad Khan | Marco Jansen |
| Rashid Khan | Lockie Ferguson |
| Kagiso Rabada | Arshdeep Singh |
| Mohammed Siraj | Yuzvendra Chahal |
| Manav Suthar | Vijaykumar Vyshak |
Match Prediction
Punjab Kings have been the most consistent team this season and have a strong batting and bowling lineup. Their confidence is high, and they have performed well in pressure situations.
Gujarat Titans are improving but still lack consistency compared to PBKS.
Considering current form and team balance, Punjab Kings have a slight edge.
Win Probability
| Team | Winning Chance |
|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 45% |
| Punjab Kings | 55% |
Match Scenarios
| Scenario | Toss Winner | Decision | Powerplay Score | First Innings Score | Predicted Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scenario 1 | GT | Bowl First | 60-70 | 200-210 | PBKS |
| Scenario 2 | PBKS | Bowl First | 70-80 | 220-230 | PBKS |
Match Verdict
This should be a high-scoring contest, but Punjab Kings look stronger overall.
Punjab Kings are likely to win.
