Gujarat Titans (GT) will be host to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match No. 46 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Sunday, May 3, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
The Titans are sitting in fifth place on the points table with five wins from nine matches. They beat the defending champions, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, by four wickets in a tense finish despite a brilliant bowling performance. They will be looking to make a push for the playoffs with five games left.
The Punjab Kings were handed their first loss of the season by the Rajasthan Royals in Mullanpur. They sit comfortably at the top of the table with six wins from eight matches. They finished at the top of the table in the previous season but were beaten in the final by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. They will be looking to solidify a top-two place in this edition of the tournament as well.Â
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Pitch report
The Narendra Modi Stadium is one of the most daunting venues in India due to its sheer size and crowd. The wicket favours teams which bat first, but there is a balance between teams that chase as well. The pitch offers aid to bowlers in the form of lateral movement off the pitch and is conducive to hit the deck bowling. When dew is present, it is significant, favouring the chasing teams. Spinners also receive assistance in the form of grip and turn.
IPL Stats and Records at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
| Matches Played | 48 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 24 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 24 |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 22 |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 26 |
| Matches With No Result | 0 |
| Highest Team Total | 243/5 – PBKS |
| Lowest Team Total | 89 – GT |
| Average First Innings Total | 178 |
| Highest Total Successfully Chased | 204/3 – GT |
GT vs RCB Strategies and Match-ups
The two teams met in their opening game of the season in New Chandigarh. Being put into bat, the Titans were able to manage a score of 162/6 in their 20 overs. The hosts lost their way in the middle of the chase due to a consistent fall of wickets, but Cooper Connolly on debut steered the Kings home with an unbeaten 72 off 44 balls.
The Titans have found balance in their bowling attack, with the addition of Jason Holder adding more impetus to their middle order and bowling attack. They are still heavily reliant on their top three for the big runs. The Kings will be looking to get back to winning ways after their first loss. Their batting unit has been impressive this season, but they had an off-day with the ball.
