Punjab Kings are predicted to beat Gujarat Titans in Match 46 of IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 3, 2026 (7:30 PM IST).
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Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
3 May 2026 07:30 PM
PBKS remain the table-toppers with 15 points, even after suffering their first loss of IPL 2026 against Rajasthan Royals in their last match. GT are fighting for a playoff spot with 5 wins from 9 and enter this clash on the back of a crucial win over RCB.
PBKS have won the last 2 meetings between these sides, including a dramatic 3-wicket victory at Mullanpur earlier this season where Cooper Connolly’s 72 off 44 sealed it.
GT vs PBKS Match 46: Complete Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings, Match 46 |
| Tournament | IPL 2026 (TATA Indian Premier League) |
| Date | Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App & Website |
GT vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record in IPL
PBKS lead 4-3 in 7 IPL meetings – and have won the last 2 encounters, including this season’s reverse fixture.
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 7 |
| PBKS Wins | 4 |
| GT Wins | 3 |
| This Season | PBKS won by 3 wickets (Connolly 72 off 44) |
| Last 2 Meetings | PBKS won both |
| PBKS Highest at NMS | 243 runs (IPL 2025) |
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report for GT vs PBKS
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | ~195 (4 matches) |
| Par Score Range | 188–212 |
| Pace vs Spin | 49 pace wickets vs 23 spin wickets in last 5 matches |
| Surface | Flat, true bounce, batting-friendly |
| Chase Record | 50-50 this season (2 bat first wins, 2 chase wins) |
| Dew Factor | Expected in 2nd innings |
Pace bowlers dominate at NMS – 49 wickets vs 23 for spinners in the last 5 matches. This makes Prasidh, Rabada, Arshdeep, and Ferguson the most important bowlers tonight.
Ahmedabad Weather Forecast for GT vs PBKS Match
| Parameter | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature (Match Time) | 32–41°C (extreme heat) |
| Humidity | 20–30% |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
| Wind Speed | Light breeze |
| Dew Factor | Expected from 2nd innings |
| Conditions | Clear skies, scorching heat |
GT vs PBKS Toss Prediction
With dew expected in the second innings and the chase record being 50-50 at NMS, the toss winner will likely bowl first.
Toss Prediction: The toss winner will opt to field first, banking on dew making the chase easier.
Key Players to Watch in GT vs PBKS Match
For Gujarat Titans
1. Sai Sudharsan (Opener)
443 runs in 10 matches at avg 44.30, SR 161.67 – GT’s most prolific batter and the highest run-scorer in this fixture.
2. Prasidh Krishna (Fast Bowler)
16 wickets in 9 matches – GT’s leading wicket-taker. On a pace-friendly NMS surface, he could be devastating.
3. Shubman Gill (Captain/Opener)
373 runs at avg 46.60 and 1,243 career IPL runs at NMS – the all-time leading scorer at this venue.
4. Kagiso Rabada (Fast Bowler)
14 wickets this season. On a surface that rewards pace (49 vs 23 wickets), Rabada’s aggression is a genuine weapon.
For Punjab Kings
1. Shreyas Iyer (Captain/Middle Order)
397 runs at avg 66.17, SR 180.45 – IPL 2026’s most efficient captain-batter.
His composure in chases is unmatched – he anchored the world-record 265 chase with 71* off 36.
2. Prabhsimran Singh (WK-Opener)
346 runs at avg 49.40, SR 179.27 – PBKS’s most consistent opener and a proven threat in the powerplay.
3. Arshdeep Singh (Fast Bowler)
PBKS’s most reliable death-overs bowler. His yorkers and left-arm angle could trouble GT’s middle order at the death.
4. Lockie Ferguson (Fast Bowler)
Replaces Bartlett for this match, adding 150+ kph express pace on a surface that rewards pace bowling.
GT vs PBKS Probable Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans Predicted XI
| # | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shubman Gill (C) | Opener |
| 2 | Sai Sudharsan | Opener |
| 3 | Jos Buttler (WK) | Middle Order |
| 4 | Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| 5 | Jason Holder | All-rounder |
| 6 | Shahrukh Khan | Finisher |
| 7 | Rahul Tewatia | Finisher |
| 8 | Rashid Khan | Spin All-rounder |
| 9 | Kagiso Rabada | Fast Bowler |
| 10 | Mohammed Siraj | Fast Bowler |
| 11 | Prasidh Krishna | Fast Bowler |
Punjab Kings Predicted XI
| # | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prabhsimran Singh (WK) | Opener |
| 2 | Priyansh Arya | Opener |
| 3 | Cooper Connolly | Top Order |
| 4 | Shreyas Iyer (C) | Middle Order |
| 5 | Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder |
| 6 | Nehal Wadhera | Middle Order |
| 7 | Marco Jansen | Pace All-rounder |
| 8 | Lockie Ferguson | Fast Bowler |
| 9 | Arshdeep Singh | Fast Bowler |
| 10 | Yuzvendra Chahal | Leg Spinner |
| 11 | Suryansh Shedge | All-rounder |
Why PBKS Will Win This Match
Table-Toppers with 15 Points
7 wins from 9 matches. Even after their first loss, PBKS remain the most dominant team in IPL 2026 by a significant margin.
Won Last 2 Against GT
Including a 3-wicket win at Mullanpur earlier this season. PBKS have the psychological edge.
Iyer’s Extraordinary Consistency
397 runs at avg 66.17 – no other captain in IPL 2026 has been this productive with the bat.
Ferguson Adds Express Pace
With Lockie Ferguson replacing Bartlett, PBKS now have genuine pace (150+ kph) on a surface that rewards quick bowling.
Chasing Pedigree
PBKS chased 196, 220, and 265 this season. If they bowl first and restrict GT, the chase will be clinical.
Why GT Could Win at Home
NMS Is Their Fortress
Gill has 1,243 career IPL runs at NMS – more than any other player. GT know this ground better than anyone.
Prasidh + Rabada on a Pace-Friendly Surface
16 + 14 wickets between them on a surface where pace takes 49 wickets vs spin’s 23. This duo can match PBKS’s pace attack.
PBKS Just Lost Their First Match
The aura of invincibility is gone. GT can exploit any hesitation or doubt that creeps in after a first defeat.
Sudharsan’s 443 Runs
The highest individual run-scorer on either side. On his home ground, Sudharsan could produce another match-winning knock.
GT vs PBKS Betting Odds and Win Probability
| Team | Win Probability | Key Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 45–48% | Home advantage, Gill’s NMS record, Prasidh 16 wkts, Sudharsan 443 runs |
| Punjab Kings | 52–55% | Table-toppers, Iyer 397 runs avg 66, won last 2 vs GT, chasing pedigree |
GT vs PBKS Match 46 Prediction: Who Will Win Today?
Predicted Winner: Punjab Kings
| Factor | GT Edge | PBKS Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Head-to-Head | 3 wins | 4 wins (won last 2 including this season) |
| Current Form | W-W-L-L-W (inconsistent) | 7 wins, 1 loss (first defeat came vs RR) |
| Top Batter | Sudharsan 443 runs, Gill 373 runs | Iyer 397 runs avg 66.17, Prabhsimran 346 runs |
| Bowling | Prasidh 16 wkts, Rabada 14 wkts | Arshdeep + Chahal, Ferguson replaces Bartlett |
| Home Advantage | NMS – Gill’s favourite ground (1,243 career runs) | Away, but scored 243 here in IPL 2025 |
| Pace Factor | 49 pace wkts vs 23 spin at NMS (favours GT’s pace trio) | Ferguson (150+ kph) + Jansen + Arshdeep match it |
| Key Weakness | Rashid struggling (10 wkts, SR 21.75), collapsed for 100 vs MI | First loss (vs RR) – how will they respond? |
| NRR | -0.192 | +1.043 (best in the tournament) |
PBKS’s superior form, Iyer’s extraordinary consistency, and their chasing pedigree make them slight favourites even away from home.
GT’s home advantage and Prasidh-Rabada on a pace-friendly surface keep them competitive, but their inconsistency (collapsed for 100 vs MI) is a concern.
The decisive battle: Prasidh + Rabada vs Prabhsimran + Arya in the powerplay. If GT’s pace trio strikes early, they can control the game. If PBKS survive, their depth will take over.
Predicted Margin: PBKS to win by 4–5 wickets (if chasing) or 15–20 runs (if batting first).
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Final Verdict
This GT vs PBKS clash is a pivotal encounter between the table-toppers and a team fighting for playoff survival.
PBKS’s remarkable season – 397 runs from Iyer, the world-record 265 chase, and 7 wins in 9 – makes them favourites even on GT’s home turf.
GT need Gill and Sudharsan to fire at their favourite ground and their pace trio to exploit NMS’s pace-friendly conditions.
Expect a high-scoring thriller at the world’s largest cricket stadium, with Punjab Kings likely to bounce back from their first loss and tighten their grip at the top of the IPL 2026 standings.
