Gujarat Titans (GT) host Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 46 of IPL 2026 on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, starting at 7:30 PM IST. GT ride a 2-match winning streak, while PBKS look to bounce back from their first loss of the season.
For your Dream11 team, Jos Buttler is the safest captain pick given his explosive powerplay hitting and GT’s improving home form, while Prabhsimran Singh works perfectly as vice-captain after his consistent starts for table-toppers PBKS this season.
GT vs PBKS Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | GT vs PBKS, IPL 2026 Match 46 |
| Date | Sunday, May 3, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| GT Captain | Shubman Gill |
| PBKS Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| Head-to-Head | PBKS leads 4-3 in 7 matches |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for GT vs PBKS IPL 2026 Match 46
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GT vs PBKS Match 46 Weather Reports
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Daytime High | 40°C |
| Match-Time Temp | 33-36°C |
| Humidity | 30-40% |
| Wind Speed | 10-15 km/h |
| Rain Probability | 0% (completely clear) |
| Sky Condition | Clear and Sunny |
| Dew Factor | Moderate (evening match; dew present in 2nd innings) |
| Match Interruption Risk | Zero |
Pitch Report for Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-Friendly (pace and bounce; pitch 5 favors fast bowlers) |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | 176 runs (avg from this venue this season) |
| Boundary Length | Large ground; rewards running between wickets and proper placement |
| 200+ Totals | Achievable; MI posted 199/5 on pitch 5 this season |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first (dew in 2nd innings; batting gets easier under lights) |
| Pace Assist | Significant; fast bowlers avg 17.8 vs spinners’ 28.9 on pitch 5 |
| Spin Assist | Black-soil surface offers grip; Rashid Khan dominates here |
| Dew Effect | Moderate in 2nd innings; less extreme than coastal venues |
Injury Updates
GT on a Roll: Back-to-back wins over CSK and RCB. Jason Holder replaced the out-of-form Glenn Phillips and immediately delivered as Player of the Match vs RCB with all-round contributions. Rahul Tewatia finished the RCB chase with a clutch 27* off 17.
PBKS’ First Loss: Failed to defend 222 against RR. Arshdeep Singh went for 1/68, his worst IPL figures ever. Despite the slip, PBKS remain table-toppers with 13 points from 8 matches (6W-1L-1NR).
Siraj (GT): In career-best form. 7 wickets at economy 6.7 in last 6 games (down from 10.2 in his previous 14 IPL games). His new-ball control with the red cherry has been outstanding.
PBKS Batting Record: The most attacking batting lineup in IPL history across four metrics: avg 43.1, SR 186, balls per boundary 3.6, and balls per six 7.9. All four numbers are the highest ever recorded.
GT vs PBKS Head-to-Head
| Category | PBKS | GT | Highest Total | Lowest Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 4 wins | 3 wins | PBKS: 232 (2024) | GT: 100 (2026) |
In 7 IPL meetings, PBKS hold a narrow 4-3 lead over GT. In the reverse fixture this season (Match 4), PBKS won by 3 wickets in a close chase. However, GT have won 2 of their 3 home games against PBKS at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
GT’s embarrassing 100 all out at this venue (bowled out by MI’s Ashwani Kumar) remains a cautionary tale. But the 2-match winning streak suggests they have regained confidence since that low point.
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Key Players to Watch in GT vs PBKS, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights & Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jos Buttler | GT | WK-Batter | GT’s most explosive top-order weapon. 3,000+ IPL runs at SR 150+. On Ahmedabad’s large ground, his ability to find boundaries on both sides is crucial for GT’s powerplay scoring. |
| Priyansh Arya | PBKS | Batter | PBKS’ breakout star with 200+ runs this season. Part of the record 126-run opening stand in the world-record 265 chase vs DC. His fearless hitting makes him a must-pick on any surface. |
| Rashid Khan | GT | All-rounder | GT’s match-winner who blows hot and cold but is lethal when on song. Picked up key wickets vs RCB in the last match. His leg-spin gets extra grip on Ahmedabad’s black-soil pitches. |
| Shreyas Iyer | PBKS | Batter | Captain’s knock of 71* off 36 sealed the world-record chase vs DC. His calm temperament under pressure makes PBKS unbreakable in chases. Also scored a match-winning 68 at this venue in IPL 2024. |
| Mohammed Siraj | GT | Bowler | Career-best IPL form: 7 wickets at economy 6.7 in last 6 games. Fast bowlers dominate pitch 5 (avg 17.8 vs spinners’ 28.9). Siraj’s new-ball swing could be the key matchup vs PBKS openers. |
| Lockie Ferguson | PBKS | Bowler | New Zealand express pacer who consistently clocks 145+ kmph. On a surface that rewards fast bowling, Ferguson’s raw pace and bouncers could trouble GT’s middle order significantly. |
