Gujarat Titans (GT) continued their upward surge in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) with a four-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 46 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, May 3.
After being asked to bat first, PBKS posted 163/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Suryansh Shedge top-scored with an attacking 57 off 29 deliveries, while Marcus Stoinis chipped in with a solid 40. However, wickets at regular intervals prevented the visitors from building sustained momentum. For GT, Jason Holder stood out with a four-wicket haul, while Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj claimed two wickets apiece.
In response, GT chased down the target in 19.5 overs, finishing at 167/6. Sai Sudharsan anchored the innings with a composed 57, while Washington Sundar played a decisive unbeaten knock of 40 to guide the team home. Jos Buttler also contributed with a handy 26, ensuring the chase stayed on track despite a few setbacks.
The win further strengthens GT’s position in the points table as they continue to push for a playoff spot.
Here are the most important stats and milestones from Match 46:
- Third-highest total after being 5 down for less than 50 in IPL – 163/9 by PBKS vs GT, Ahmedabad, 2026
- 29 wickets by GT pacers with short balls – Most by any team in IPL 2026
- Fourth lowest total in the first 10 overs in IPL 2026 – 51/5 – PBKS vs GT, Ahmedabad
- Second most wickets in 1st over in IPL 2026 – 3 – Mohammed Siraj*
- Second most 50+ scores at the age of 24 in IPL – 18* by Sai Sudharsan
- First loss for PBKS against GT at Ahmedabad in IPL
- Second most fifties for GT in IPL – Sai Sudharsan (18*)
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