The Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to take on the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 4 of IPL 2026 at Mullanpur, New Chandigarh on March 31. PBKS led by Shreyas Iyer finished as runners-up last year and are eager to secure their first title. On the other hand, GT under the leadership of Shubman Gill reached the playoffs but didn’t make it all the way and now they are looking to regain their championship form. This match is anticipated to be a tight contest that might come down to the final over. Here’s the detailed analysis of this PBKS vs GT match prediction.
Match Preview
| Detail | Information |
| Match | Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Gujarat Titans (GT) |
| Date | March 31, 2026 |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) |
| Capacity | ~38,000 seats |
| PBKS Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| GT Captain | Shubman Gill |
| Ticketing | Available via BookMyShow, District by Zomato, and official franchise websites |
| Broadcast & Streaming (India) | Star Sports Network and JioHotstar (digital) |
| International Broadcast | Willow TV (USA/Canada), Sky Sports (UK/NZ), Fox Cricket (Australia), SuperSport (South Africa), ICC.tv (select regions) |
Punjab Kings are set to face off against Gujarat Titans in Match 4 of IPL 2026 on March 31 at Mullanpur. Last year, PBKS had an impressive season ending as runners-up after a close defeat to RCB in the final. GT reached the playoffs but Mumbai Indians knocked them out in the Eliminator. Both captains missed out on India’s T20 World Cup squad, so they’ll be eager to prove themselves. PBKS boasts a strong batting lineup and support from their home crowd while GT depends on their fast bowlers.
Pitch, Ground & Weather Conditions
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium located in Mullanpur is famous for its well-balanced pitch that offers both pace and bounce for batters and spinners can also perform effectively.
- The boundaries (62-67m square, 70-75m straight) and quick outfield make stroke play and six‑hitting easier.
- Average first‑innings scores are around 180-190 with only a few matches crossing 200.
- Teams winning the toss usually prefer to bowl first as dew makes it hard to grip the ball during night games.
- Evening temperatures will begin around 29-31°C and drop to 24-26°C while humidity will rise to approximately 38%, leading to increased dew.
- Winds will stay light (11-13 km/h NW) and no rain is expected.
Head-to-Head IPL Stats (H2H)
| Head to Head Metric | PBKS | GT |
| Matches Played | 6 | 6 |
| Won | 3 | 3 |
| Lost | 3 | 3 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 |
PBKS and GT have faced off six times in the IPL and each team has won three matches. Their overall record against each other is completely even. For a deeper breakdown of their head-to-head record and match details, check out the PBKS vs GT Head to Head.
Players to Watch Out
The match between PBKS and GT in Mullanpur showcases established stars and emerging talents who have the potential to change the outcome of the game.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) – Key Players
| Player | Reason |
| Shreyas Iyer (C) | Reliable batting anchor under pressure. |
| Prabhsimran Singh | Aggressive opener, sets the tone in the powerplay. |
| Marcus Stoinis | Adds balance with powerful late‑game hitting and useful seam bowling. |
| Arshdeep Singh | Death‑overs specialist, swings the new ball and executes Yorkers perfectly. |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Controls middle overs with variations. |
| Priyansh Arya | Explosive stroke‑play |
Gujarat Titans (GT) – Key Players
| Player | Reason |
| Shubman Gill (C) | Consistent run‑scorer and plays long innings. |
| Sai Sudharsan | Reliable top‑order batter known for his classy shots. |
| Jos Buttler | Match winner if he finds form. |
| Rashid Khan | World‑class spinner and adds lower‑order hitting. |
| Kagiso Rabada | Dangerous with new ball and at the death. |
| Prasidh Krishna | Reliable wicket‑taker. |
| Washington Sundar | Emerging all‑rounder |
Match Prediction – Who Will Win PBKS vs GT IPL Match?
In the fourth match of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings will take on Gujarat Titans at Mullanpur. Last year’s runners-up, PBKS are counting on players like Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal while GT has Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, and Rashid Khan on their side. Both PBKS’s top order and GT’s middle order have some weaknesses. The dew and the toss will be crucial factors as teams chasing tend to have an advantage when the lights are on. A good score to aim for is about 180-185 and while PBKS has a slight advantage playing at home, GT’s strong lineup promises a tight match.
Prediction: Punjab Kings hold a slight edge thanks to their home advantage and a well‑settled squad.
