GT vs PBKS Match Prediction: Who will win today's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans & Punjab Kings?

Catch the match prediction and key insights for the Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) clash in IPL 2026.

In a match between two contenders for the playoffs in IPL 2026, Punjab Kings take on Gujarat Titans at their home, which could be a decisive encounter in many ways. PBKS are sure of a playoffs berth with 6 matches to go, and two wins only will seal their berth. On the other hand, Gujarat are fifth currently, and win tonight will improve their chances and confidence significantlly.

In this same fixture earlier in April, Punjab had won by three wickets, after restricting the opposition to 162; but now it is payback time. GT are in some winning momentum, registering victories in their last two, while PBKS lost their last encounter. In short, unlike some of the other matches in the IPL this year, it should be a closely-fought contest.

GT vs PBKS: Match Details

• Match: Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings, Match 46
• Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

What to expect at the Narendra Modi Stadium

The bounce is generally good, and the batters can make hay, if they see out a couple of overs. Inside the powerplay, with the fielding restrictions on, the pacers can be a bit useful. And the large boundaries, somewhat, make it an even contest between the bat and the ball.

But then, in the second innings, dew does come in, and it could make spinners less effective.

Head-to-head record for GT vs PBKS

• Matches Played: 7
• Punjab Kings Won: 4
• Gujarat Titans Won: 3
• Last Meeting (March 31, 2026): Punjab Kings won by 3 wickets in a thrilling chase.

Predicted playing XIs

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore.

Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (C), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Cooper Connolly, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Vijaykumar Vyshak.

Who will win GT vs PBKS match?

GT have shown in the last couple of games, that they are contenders for the playoffs. They might be sitting in the fifth position for now, but can challenge any given team on the roster; with what their top 3 batters offer, along with a strong bowling line-up. On the flip side, barring the top 3, batting is a concern, that most teams can exploit.

Punjab have no real weakness, but can have an off day. Bowlers are leaking some runs in the last few matches, while batting looks fine. If the bowling unit can hold its own, they would be a difficult side to beat.

Win probability

GT: 40%

PBKS: 60%