IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings Match Preview Odds & Predictions

Gujarat Titans take on Punjab Kings in Match 46 of the 2026 Indian Premier League at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Sunday, May 03.

Gujarat Titans Preview

The Gujarat Titans are building momentum at a crucial stage of the season, having secured back-to-back wins in the Indian Premier League. The Titans are riding high on confidence at the moment as they claim an impressive four-wicket win over the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The chase was led brilliantly by captain Shubman Gill, who played a quick-fire knock of 43 runs from just 18 balls. He was well supported by Jos Buttler, who added 39 runs off only 19 deliveries to keep the momentum going. However, the standout performer of the match was Jason Holder, who delivered a complete all-round display. Holder contributed 12 runs with the bat, picked up two wickets for 29 runs, and also took three crucial catches, earning him the Player of the Match award. GT sits in 5th place in the point standings with eight points from nine games and an NRR of -0.192

Gujarat Titans XI

Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (WK), Jason Holder, Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Manav Suthar

Punjab Kings Preview

The Punjab Kings have been one of the most impressive sides in this season of the Indian Premier League, consistently delivering strong performances to stay at the top of the standings. However, their momentum took a hit in the last outing, where they suffered a six-wicket defeat despite posting a massive total of 224 runs in 20 overs. The loss brought an end to their remarkable eight-match winning streak. There were still positives to take from the game, particularly the outstanding batting displays from Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer. Prabhsimran played a blistering knock of 76 off just 26 balls, while Iyer anchored the innings with a well-crafted 71 from 36 deliveries. PBKS sits comfortably at the top of the table with 6 wins in 8 matches and a strong NRR of +1.043

Kolkata Knight Riders XI:

Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Shreyas Iyer (C), Cooper Connolly, Suryansh Shedge, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Vijaykumar Vyshak

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders Prediction

Punjab Kings still go into this contest as slight favourites, even after their recent defeat. Considering the Kings' impressive start to the ongoing IPL season, my prediction is a win for PBKS.