GT vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction: Gujarat Titans will be aiming to win back-to-back games when they play a beleaguered Punjab Kings team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday, April 04, 2024. Punjab failed to build on the opening game victory against Delhi Capitals after losing the last two matches against Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants.
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Sunrisers Hyderabad‘s formidable batting lineup, featuring renowned players like Heinrich Klaasen, Travis Head, Aiden Markram, and young gun Abhishek Sharma who needs a special mentioning, posed a significant challenge that needed to be contained. However, the 2022 IPL champions managed to effectively restrict them. What’s even more impressive is that none of the SRH batsmen managed to surpass the 30-run mark, and that was the reason why Pat Cummins and Co. could post only 162 runs on the board. Gujarat Titans successfully chased down this target in 19.1 overs, securing their second victory in three IPL 2024 games.
Punjab are completely in a disaster mode. The loss against RCB was a real dent in their confidence after they threw away that match from a winning position. The last game was a one-way affair, for most of the game as LSG smashed PBKS bowlers all around the park. PBKS need to stop the rot or their season could be over sooner than later.
GT vs PBKS Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: Gone are the days when Narendra Modi Stadium used to offer a paradise-like pitch to the batsmen. For the last year or so, the bowlers have been getting assistance from the deck, making it more difficult for batsmen to play freely. The expansive boundaries are also a contributing factor to wickets falling at regular intervals. In any case, slow ball bowlers are expected to dominate over the batters.
Weather Report: The temperature is likely to hover between 34°C – 36°C when the match proceedings start at Narendra Modi Stadium. Humidity levels are expected to be at 25%, with little or no chance of rain today in Ahmedabad.
Head To Head Record
| Matches played | 03 |
| GT Wins | 02 |
| PBKS Wins | 01 |
| No Result | 00 |
Injury and availability News
Gujarat Titans
- GT are likely to stick with the same playing 11 they used in the match against SRH. But how they use Impact Players will depend on whether they bat first or bowl.
- If GT bat first, expect Sai Sudarshan to start in the playing 11, with Mohit Sharma replacing him in the 2nd innings. It will be other way around if GT bowl first.
- The rest of the shape of GT Playing XI should remain the same.
- David Miller, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad should be the four overseas players in GT Playing 11.
Punjab Kings
- The defeats in the last two games have dealt a significant blow to PBKS’ hopes of progressing this season. However, the campaign is still in its early stages, and there is still ample opportunity for success, provided Punjab can string together a decent run of results.
- For this to happen, PBKS needs to shore up their bowling unit. The likes of Rahul Chahar and Harshal Patel have been subpar at best and need to contribute more effectively to the team’s cause.
TOP Picks For GT vs PBKS Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Shubman Gill: GT captain scored 36 runs in 28 balls against SRH and set in motion a successful chase for his team. The young Indian batter can be a great choice for captain in Dream11 GT vs PBKS Today teams.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 36 runs (28, 2X4, 1X6) - Shikhar Dhawan: The 37-38-year-old is in great touch with the bat. He is their best batsman on current form. A great option to have in both Dream11 Grand Leagues and Small Leagues.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 70 runs (50, 7X4, 3X6) - Rashid Khan: One of the best, if not the best, bowlers in white-ball cricket. His four overs often decide the match for Gujarat Titans. Add in his batting skills and we get a whole package.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 4-0-33-1 - Sam Curran: Has contributed significantly with both bat and ball in IPL 2024. One of the first names in Punjab Kings Playing 11.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 4-0-28-3
Vice-Captain Options:
- Mohit Sharma: His ability to mix slow balls with his usual deliveries has made him a nightmare for the opposing batsmen. Picked up three wickets in the last match as well.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 4-0-25-3 - Jonny Bairstow: The English blasted 42 runs off just 29 balls against LSG. PBKS looked like they could chase LSG’s huge target of 199 runs till Bairstow was on the crease.
Dream11 Team Stats In Last Match: 42 runs (29, 3X4, 3X6) - Liam Livingstone of PBKS and David Miller from GT are also worth considering for the vice-captain option in Today’s IPL game.
GT vs PBKS Predicted Lineups
Gujarat Titans Expected Playing 11: Wriddhiman Saha (WK), Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudarshan, David Miller, Vijay Shankar, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Umesh Yadav, Noor, Ahmad Mohit Sharma
Punjab Kings Expected Playing 11: Shikhar Dhawan (C), Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh
GT vs PBKS Dream 11 Prediction Team 1
- Wicketkeepers: J Bairstow
- Batsmen: S Dhawan, S Gill (C), D Miller, S Sudarshan
- All-rounders: S Curran (VC), L Livingstone, A Omarzai
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan, M Sharma, K Rabada
GT vs PBKS Dream 11 Prediction Team 2
- Wicketkeepers: J Sharma
- Batsmen: S Dhawan (VC), S Gill, D Miller, S Sudarshan
- All-rounders: S Curran, L Livingstone, A Omarzai
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan (C), N Ahmad, H Brar
Disclaimer: The above teams are based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.
