Gujarat Titans pulled off a final-over thriller at the Narendra Modi Stadium, defeating league leaders Punjab Kings by 4 wickets in Match 46 of IPL 2026 on May 3.
Despite a middle-order collapse that saw PBKS reeling at 47/5, a counter-attacking fifty from Suryansh Shedge gave them a fighting total. However, Washington Sundar’s composure in the final overs ensured the Titans chased down the target with just one ball to spare.
Match Summary: PBKS vs GT, IPL 2026 Match 46
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| PBKS Score | 163/9 (20 overs) |
| GT Score | 167/6 (19.5 overs) |
| Match Result | GT won by 4 wickets (1 ball left) |
| Best Batting (GT) | Sai Sudharsan – 57 off 41 balls |
| Best Bowling (GT) | Jason Holder – 4/24 in 4 overs |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
PBKS Innings: 163/9 in 20 Overs
Punjab Kings suffered a disastrous start after being put in to bat, losing Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly in the very first over to Mohammed Siraj (2/28). Jason Holder then ripped through the middle order, finishing with superb figures of 4/24, leaving PBKS in deep trouble at 47/5.
The rescue mission was led by Suryansh Shedge, who smashed a brilliant 57 off 29 balls to shift the momentum. Supported by Marcus Stoinis (40) and a late cameo from Marco Jansen, PBKS recovered to post 163. Kagiso Rabada (2/22) was also instrumental in keeping the run rate in check during the death overs.
PBKS Innings At A Glance
| Details | PBKS Innings |
|---|---|
| Total | 163/9 in 20 overs |
| Powerplay | 35/3 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Suryansh Shedge – 57 off 29 balls |
| Best Partnership | Shedge & Stoinis – 79 runs |
| Best Bowling (GT) | Jason Holder – 4/24 (4 overs) |
GT Chase: 167/6 in 19.5 Overs
The chase was anchored by Sai Sudharsan, who struck a steady 57 off 41 balls. GT seemed in control at 69/1, but Vijaykumar Vyshak (2/31) and Arshdeep Singh (2/24) kept Punjab in the hunt by taking wickets at regular intervals.
With the game hanging in the balance, Washington Sundar played a vital unbeaten knock of 40 off 23 balls. Alongside a quick burst from Arshad Khan (8*), Sundar guided the Titans through a high-pressure final over. Despite the loss of Jason Holder in the 19th over, Sundar remained calm to secure the win for the home side with just one ball remaining.
GT Chase At A Glance
| Details | GT Chase |
|---|---|
| Target | 164 runs |
| Total | 167/6 (19.5 overs) |
| Powerplay | 58/1 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Sai Sudharsan – 57 off 41 balls |
| Best Bowling (PBKS) | Arshdeep Singh – 2/24 (4 overs) |
Key Highlights
- Holder’s Impact: Jason Holder’s four-wicket haul, including the prized wickets of Shreyas Iyer and Marcus Stoinis, earned him the MVP honors for the night.
- Shedge’s Resistance: Young Suryansh Shedge’s strike rate of 196.55 was the only reason PBKS had a total to defend after their early collapse.
- The Final Over Finish: Washington Sundar’s ability to find the boundary in the 20th over prevented the match from slipping into a Super Over.
Player of the Match
Jason Holder (GT): Awarded for his match-defining spell of 4/24. His clinical performance in the middle overs ensured Punjab Kings were restricted to a total that GT’s batting depth could eventually overcome.
