PBKS vs GT Match Prediction: It’s a matchup between two teams heading in the wrong direction as Punjab Kings (PBKS) host Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Sunday afternoon. This match is scheduled to kick off at 07:30 PM (IST) following the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens.
Punjab Kings are reeling at the wrong end of the table after dropping five games in the seven matches, including the last three games where they lost against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians.
Gujarat Titans are also coming into this game off the back of a big defeat against the Delhi Capitals. It was a chastening result as GT’s batting folded up in the most unpredictable way. In fact, the 2022 IPL winners have won just once in the last four games, losing three times.
Needless to say that both GT and PBKS are under pressure here to get the win and turn their fortunes around for good.
PBKS vs GT Match Details
| Match No | 37 |
| Teams | Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans |
| Captains | Sam Curran (PBKS | Shubman Gill (GT) |
| Date & Time | April 21, Monday, 07:30 PM |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium |
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
Pitch Report: Unlike most of the grounds in India, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium is one of those ground where the pitch remains at his best behaviors for most part of the game. Fast bowlers enjoy bowling here as the ball carries into the gloves of the wicket-keeper. The even bounce is also the reason why batters love to bat on this pitch. So anything can happen on this pitch. But there will certainly be phases when bowlers as well as batter will feel they are on the top.
PBKS vs GT Head-To-Head Record
This will be the 5th meeting between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. In the previous four matches, both teams got the better of each other twice. But it’s worth highlighting that the last meeting between these two teams was won by GT in IPL 2023.
Punjab batted first in that match and could manage only 153/8 in 20 overs. GT found little trouble in chasing the target down, eventually doing so in 19.5 overs, led by Shubman Gill’s 49-ball 67 runs.
Last Meeting Between PBKS vs GT
PBKS: 153/8 (1st innings)
GT: 154/4 (2nd innings)
PBKS vs GT Predicted Playing 11:
Punjab Kings Predicted Lineup:
Sam Curran (C)
Prabhsimarn Singh
Rilee Rossouw
Liam Livingstone
Shashank Singh
Jitesh Sharma (WK)
Ashutosh Sharma
Harpreet Brar
Harshal Patel
Kagiso Rabada
Arshdeep Singh
Harpreet Singh Bhatia (IMPACT PLAYER)
Gujarat Titans Predicted Lineup:
Wriddhiman Saha (WK)
Shubman Gill
Sai Sudarshan
David Miller
Abhinav Manohar
Rahul Tewatia
Rashid Khan
Mohit Sharma
Noor Ahmed
Spencer Johnson
Sandeep Warrier
Shahrukh Khan (IMPACT PLAYER)
PBKS vs GT Match Prediction: Best Batters And Bowlers
PBKS Probable highest scorer: Shashank Singh Or Ashutosh Sharma
Both Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma have taken their game to a whole new level this season. The duo is only a few positives for PBKS in a rather disappointing season so far. If you are looking for a good and solid option for your Dream11 fantasy cricket teams then Shashank and Ashutosh both are solid picks.
GT Probable Highest Scorer: Shubman Gill or Sai Sudarshan
With Hardik Pandya gone and Kane Williamson not hitting his strides, GT’s batting revolves a great deal around Shubamn Gill. If he fails, chances are GT also fail as a batting unit. So a lot is riding on Shubman Gill here and chances are that he delivers here in this high-stake game in Mohali.
Sai Sudarshan has justified the hype surrounding him. He has delivered with, scoring runs in high-pressure situations. Sudarshan can also be an option as captain in PBKS vs GT Dream11 teams.
PBKS Probable Best Bowler: Arshdeep Singh or Kagiso Rabada
If PBKS want to win this game then one of, at least, Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh will have to produce goods with the ball. Considering their quality and performance in IPL 2024 season so far, you can bet that the duo delivers here.
GT Probable Best Bowler: Rashid Khan or Mohit Sharma
Rashid Khan is one of the finest bowlers in white-ball cricket. He doesn’t need help from the pitch, but delivers with his supreme and unparalleled bowling skills.
Mohit Sharma may have been leaking runs, but he has also picked up wickets, 8 in IPL 2024 so far. He is a wicket-taker and a partnership breaker.
Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match Between PBKS vs GT
Choosing a winner in this game is as hard as finding a fault in MS Dhoni‘s captaincy. Both teams have plenty of weaknesses that can work against them in any match. GT is coming into this game off the back of their worst performance in IPL 2024, after getting bundled out for a meager 89 runs against Delhi Capitals in the last match. All the GT players will be under immense pressure to right the wrongs of the last match.
Punjab Kings are even worse than GT. Their openers are firing blanks with no impact whatsoever in any game. They rely too much on their middle-order, on batsmen such as Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma. But the duo can only do so much. Every team needs a solid foundation from their top-order batsmen, and PBKS are falling short in that department.
Despite PBKS being the home side, the pre-match odds favor an away win. Expect GT to take the two points from this match.
Chances Of A Win
PBKS: 45%
GT: 55%
Disclaimer: The above match prediction is 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.
