Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings will face off at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, known for its batting-friendly pitches. Both teams have made considerable changes this season by strengthening their lineups with additional firepower.
Shubman Gill will lead Gujarat Titans, with Jos Buttler providing support in their batting unit. Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna will serve as bowlers. Check out the Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings match scorecard for complete details of player performances and results.
| Date | Match No. | Venue | Result | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 2025 | 5 | Ahmedabad | PBKS won by 11 runs | Shreyas Iyer 97*(42), Shashank Singh 44*(16); Sai Sudharsan 74(41), Jos Buttler 54(33) |
| Apr 21, 2024 | 37 | New Chandigarh | GT won by 3 wickets | Sai Kishore 4/33; Rahul Tewatia 36(18), Prabhsimran Singh 35(21) |
| Apr 4, 2024 | 17 | Ahmedabad | PBKS won by 3 wickets | Shashank Singh 61(29); Shubman Gill 89(48), Noor Ahmad 2/32 |
| Apr 13, 2023 | – | Mohali | GT won by 6 wickets | – |
| May 3, 2022 | – | Mumbai | PBKS won by 8 wickets | – |
Gujarat Titans
CVC Capital Partners purchased one of two new teams introduced to the Indian Premier League prior to 2022 season when CVC Capital Partners won its franchise bid at auction for Rs 5625 crore, and created waves at auction by bidding on Hardik Pandya, David Miller, Rashid Khan and Shubman Gill as key buys – along with others such as Mohammad Shami and Gill who brought in wickets en masse – making an immediate impact and winning their inaugural title within their inaugural season itself!
They almost managed it again the following year but MS Dhoni and CSK denied them victory in an epic final match-up that went down to the last ball of an exciting final played between them and MS Dhoni’s CSK crew!
Ahmedabad Titans Cricket Team represents Gujarat at its heart and are unique among IPL clubs for being the only club that play their home matches at Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Renowned for their strategic gameplay and electrifying atmosphere in matches at this arena, the Titans serve as an iconic representation of cricketing excellence throughout India.
After an unsuccessful IPL debut, the Titans experienced significant progress in 2024 when they traded Hardik Pandya to Mumbai Indians and promoted orange cap winner Shubman Gill as captain. Unfortunately, injuries and lineup changes led them crashing out of playoff contention; though their hopes of defending their championship were dashed by late season slump.
Gujarat Titans boasting players from both domestic and international circuits, the team possesses both experience and youth which make them difficult to beat.
They boast an exceptional mix of pace and spin bowlers along with some outstanding batters such as Shubman Gill, B Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler who provide an edge against other teams.
Shubman Gill leads his Titans as captain, and Ashish Nehra serves as coach, with Gary Kirsten acting as mentor and batting coach.
They are known for playing an exciting style of cricket that draws large audiences; making them one of the most beloved franchises in IPL despite recent struggles to claim titles.
Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings have one of the strongest fan bases in IPL competition but have never managed to claim victory in its annual competition since 2008; unfortunately they only ever reached one final, reaching it only once in 2014.
Their franchise has also experienced its fair share of controversy; in 2010 they were banned by IPL but later reinstated following intervention from High Court justices.
Mohali Cricket Club hosts its home matches at PCA Stadium in Mohali and also maintains grounds in Dharamsala and Indore, wearing red jerseys emblazoned with gold lion’s faces reminiscent of Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, and Chennai Super Kings as its major rivals.
In 2024, Ness Wadia decided to rebrand the team as Punjab Kings as part of an attempt to give it a fresh start after 13 seasons without winning a championship. Since then, they have worked to improve their performance and won their first qualifier of this season’s qualifiers tournament.
On 24 September, Punjab defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore by 97 runs. KL Rahul won the toss and elected to bat, joining Mayank Agarwal to score 206 runs in 20 overs, which put Royal Challengers Bangalore under immense pressure. Sheldon Cottrell and Mohammed Shami then bowled powerfully to keep them at just 107 for 9 innings batting first.
Punjab Kings have assembled an impressive squad this year, comprised of both young players and experienced veterans. They made headlines this auction season by signing Sam Curran for 32.2 crores INR at auction; his addition should significantly bolster their bowling department.
They also acquired domestic talent Mandeep Singh who can both bat and bowl fast; this could prove pivotal come match day! Looking ahead, Punjab Kings hope to turn things around this season and finally capture their maiden trophy; let’s hope they don’t let their fans down this time around!
Head-to-Head Record
Gujarat Titans (GT) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) face-off is always one of the most anticipated matches in Indian Premier League. Both teams boast explosive batting talent and powerful bowlers, making their meetings captivating to watch.
Their match in IPL 2024 promises to be equally captivating; so to prepare yourself for it properly check out head-to-head records, key highlights from previous matches, and top player performances!
Both teams have met twice previously and both games ended with close finishes. GT’s first meeting against PBKS took place in 2022 and ended in an easy GT victory thanks to Shubman Gill’s 96 off 59 balls and Liam Livingstone’s 64 off 27; in their return match PBKS put up an underpar total of 142 which was easily dismissed by GT’s disciplined bowling attack; with Sam Curran scoring 20 off 21 and Prabhsimran Singh producing 35 off 29 as positive performances for their visitors while Sai Kishore ensured they never gained momentum against GT.
This season, both sides are hoping for an impressive start to their campaigns. GT are led by veteran skipper Shubman Gill and hope to improve on last season’s eighth-place finish; on the other hand, Shreyas Iyer hopes PBKS can finally clinch a championship after years of frustration. Below is a head-to-head record which gives an indication of what can be expected during their meeting on the pitch.
Preparations
Gujarat Titans, who finished eighth last season, hope to improve upon their dismal eighth-place performance with an outstanding campaign this time around.
Their balanced squad features experienced players like Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler alongside young talent Rashid Khan and Mohammed Siraj; in addition, fast bowlers Mayank Agarwal and Kagiso Rabada will add further depth to their attack.
Narendra Modi Stadium’s pitch should provide an even playing surface that offers balance for batsmen and bowlers alike. Previous matches at this venue have seen high-scoring matches with teams batting second winning 70 percent of times; toss will likely play an essential part in this match-up as forecasts predict hot and sunny conditions throughout the day.
Narendra Modi Stadium provides an ideal venue for teams chasing high scores; the highest total ever scored at this venue was 233. If a captain wins the toss and elects to field first, however the pitch could become slower over time and favour spinners.
Shubman Gill has predicted an anticipated target range between 240-260 runs; therefore teams batting first will face pressure to score quickly in order to meet this target.
Punjab Kings will look to improve on their ninth-place finish from last season, but they face a difficult path ahead if they want to qualify for the playoffs.
They boast an experienced roster led by Shreyas Iyer and Ricky Ponting but their inability to convert big totals into wins has been their downfall.
Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis will help improve their batting, while Josh Inglis will bring stability to their bowling attack.
Rahul Tewatia and Washington Sundar round off their attack while spinners like Arshdeep Singh and Lockie Ferguson provide added depth. Furthermore, there are no injuries on their roster prior to this matchup.