IPL 2026: PBKS vs GT Today's Match Prediction, Match 4 — Who will win today’s IPL match?
Who will win today’s match between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, Match 4? (Source: X/@IPL)
Published - 30 Mar 2026, 04:13 PM• Read time - 12 mins
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Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans lock horns in the fourth match of the IPL 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on Tuesday, March 31.
PBKS had a fantastic season last year, finishing at the top of the points table with nine wins out of 14 matches and ending up as runners-up. The final did not go their way as the team from the north failed to capitalise on the crucial moments of the all-important game. Nevertheless, the team under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer would be aiming to go one step further this time around. Meanwhile, the team management did not make substantial changes to the squad during the off season and the make-up looks balanced.
GT had a very good 2025 season as well, finishing third with the same number of wins as PBKS. The team, however, failed to overcome Mumbai Indians' challenge in the Eliminator and saw their robust campaign come to an end with two steps to go. Notably, their opener Sai Sudharsan had a terrific season and ended up as the Orange Cap winner with 759 runs in 15 innings.
Like PBKS, the GT squad has not undergone major changes but the form of a couple of players would be of grave concern for the management. Jos Buttler and Rashid Khan had terrible campaigns in the T20 World Cup with the latter also being less effective last season as compared to earlier ones. Skipper Shubman Gill would be hoping they regain form as the duo hold immense capability to change the game in a flash.
PBKS vs GT Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Number | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Tuesday, March 31 | Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans | 4 | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh | 7.30 PM |
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 11 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 06 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 05 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 169 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 160 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 228/5 (20) by MI vs GT, 2025 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 95/10 (15.1) by KKR vs PBKS, 2025 |
| Highest Score Chased | 175 [177/6 in 19.2 overs] by PBKS vs DC, 2024 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 111 by PBKS vs KKR, 2025 |
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Bounce | Decent | Healthy | Slightly variable |
| Movement | Minimal | Minimal after early overs | Moderate |
| Best Phase | Early overs | Early & middle overs | After early overs |
PBKS vs GT Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 06 |
| Punjab Kings | 03 |
| Gujarat Titans | 03 |
| No Results | 00 |
PBKS vs GT Playing XI Prediction
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Shreyas Iyer (C), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Cooper Connolly, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, M Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Players to watch out for in PBKS vs GT
Shubman Gill (GT)
Gill was in decent form in the ODIs against New Zealand in January. The right-hander was not part of the T20 World Cup though and so the 26-year-old must be itching to take the field. Gill has a magnificent record in the IPL, scoring 3866 runs in 115 innings at an average of 39.44 and a strike rate of 138.71. The opening batter has four hundreds in the competition and all of those have come for the Titans.
Marco Jansen (PBKS)
Jansen produced a couple of four-wicket hauls in the recently concluded T20 World Cup but his bowling performances witnessed a sharp turn subsequently. Incidentally, Jansen the batter played a critical innings of 55* in the semi-final against New Zealand and showed once again his reliability as an all-rounder. In the IPL, the lanky South African has 36 wickets to his name in 35 matches and is an important player for the Kings.
Today's Match Prediction: Punjab Kings to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
