The forty-sixth match of IPL 2026 between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on 3 rd May at 7:30 PM IST.
Get the best GT vs PBKS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 46th match of the IPL 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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GT vs PBKS Fantasy Tips:
- Sai Sudharsan is the safest small-league captain because he is consistent at the top and already has 328 runs in 9 matches.
- Jos Buttler is the best grand-league captain because Ahmedabad is batting-friendly and he can win fantasy contests with one explosive innings.
- Prabhsimran Singh is a must-pick wicketkeeper-batter. He has 346 runs and attacks in the powerplay, which gives him high ceiling.
- Shreyas Iyer is a strong vice-captain option because he has scored 309 runs at 61.80 average and gives stability to PBKS.
- Shubman Gill + Sai Sudharsan + Jos Buttler should be the core GT batting stack if Gujarat bat first.
- Prabhsimran Singh + Shreyas Iyer + Marcus Stoinis should be the PBKS core if Punjab chase.
- Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh are key bowling picks because the pitch suits pace and the expected score is high.
- Rashid Khan should not be ignored even on a batting pitch because he gives wicket-taking value in the middle overs.
- Marco Jansen and Washington Sundar are good punt picks, but don't overload both in small leagues.
- Players to avoid: Xavier Bartlett and Glenn Phillips, unless they are confirmed in the playing XI.
- Best combination:2 WK, 4 BAT, 2 AR, 3 BOWL
Hot Picks for GT vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Jos Buttler - Powering Gujarat Titans, he has smashed 309 runs this season, using his attacking approach to consistently unsettle bowling units. |
Sai Sudharsan - Anchoring Gujarat Titans, he has accumulated 328 runs in 9 matches with an average of 36.44, ensuring steady top-order contributions. |
Top Picks:
Shreyas Iyer - Commanding the middle order for Punjab Kings, he has scored 309 runs in 8 matches at a remarkable average of 61.80, guiding innings with composure. |
Prabhsimran Singh - Leading the charge for Punjab Kings, he has piled up 346 runs, providing explosive starts during the powerplay phase. |
Budget Picks:
Washington Sundar - Offering balance for Gujarat Titans, he has contributed 169 runs and 1 wicket in 9 matches, striking at 143.22 to stabilize the lineup. |
Marco Jansen - Delivering with the ball for Punjab Kings, he has taken 5 wickets in 8 matches while maintaining an economy of 9.37, adding useful lower-order depth. |
GT vs PBKS IPL 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Sai Sudharsan & Jos Buttler |
Vice-Captain | Prabhsimran Singh & Shreyas Iyer |
GT vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers - Jos Buttler, Prabhsimran Singh (vc)
- Batsmen - Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, Priyansh Arya, Sai Sudharsan ©
- All-rounders - Jason Holder, Cooper Connolly
- Bowlers - Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Arshdeep Singh
GT vs PBKS Dream11 PredictionGT vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers - Jos Buttler ©, Prabhsimran Singh
- Batsmen - Shreyas Iyer (vc), Shubman Gill, Priyansh Arya, Sai Sudharsan
- All-rounders - Jason Holder, Washington Sundar, Marco Jansen
- Bowlers - Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh
GT vs PBKS Dream11 PredictionGT vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 46 IPL 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Xavier Bartlett | NA | NA |
Glenn Phillips | NA | NA |
GT vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 46 IPL 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Sai Sudharsan |
GL Captaincy Choice | Jos Buttler |
Punt Picks | Marco Jansen and Washington Sundar |
Dream11 Combination | 2-4-2-3 |
GT vs PBKS Match Preview:
Gujarat Titans will meet Punjab Kings in Match 46 of IPL 2026, marking their second clash of the season. Punjab Kings lead the standings with six victories from eight matches, while Gujarat Titans occupy fourth place after securing five wins from nine outings. This contest will carry significant importance as both teams aim to strengthen their positions on the table.
Gujarat Titans enter this fixture with confidence after registering a four-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where Shubman Gill contributed 43 runs and Arshad Khan delivered an impressive three-wicket spell. In contrast, Punjab Kings approach this match following a six-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals, although Prabhsimran Singh scored 59 and Marcus Stoinis added 62 in their recent performances this season.
Historically, Punjab Kings hold a slight advantage in this matchup, winning four of the seven encounters, while Gujarat Titans have claimed three victories. Therefore, Gujarat Titans will seek to maintain their winning rhythm, whereas Punjab Kings will aim to regain momentum and reinforce their dominance at the top.
GT vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Gujarat Titans | 3 |
Punjab Kings | 4 |
GT vs PBKS Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 33°C |
Weather Forecast | Clear Sky |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 190 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 57% |
GT vs PBKS Playing 11s (Predicted):
Gujarat Titans Playing 11:
- Shubman Gill (capt)
- B Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler (wk)
- Jason Holder
- M Shahrukh Khan
- Washington Sundar
- Rahul Tewatia
- Arshad Khan
- Rashid Khan
- Kagiso Rabada
- Manav Suthar
Punjab Kings Playing 11:
- Priyansh Arya
- Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
- Cooper Connolly
- Shreyas Iyer (capt)
- Nehal Wadhera
- Marcus Stoinis
- Suryansh Shedge / Shashank Singh
- Marco Jansen
- Harpreet Brar
- Lockie Ferguson
- Arshdeep Singh
GT vs PBKS Impact Players
Team | If Batting First | If Bowling First | Fantasy Impact |
| GT | Manav Suthar / Mohammed Siraj can come in while defending | Rahul Tewatia / Shahrukh Khan can be used for chase depth | GT bowling Impact boosts Rabada/Rashid support; batting Impact helps finishers |
| PBKS | Yuzvendra Chahal / Harpreet Brar can come in while defending | Shashank Singh / Suryansh Shedge can come in while chasing | PBKS batting Impact improves chase value; bowling Impact helps middle-over wickets |
GT vs PBKS Match Winner Prediction:
- Winner:Punjab Kings
- Win probability:57%
- Best batter:Prabhsimran Singh
- Best bowler:Kagiso Rabada
- Toss strategy:Bowl first
- Expected score:200-220