In IPL 2024, on 4th April, Gujarat Titans (GT) will set to clash with Shikhar Dhawan’s Punjab Kings (PBKS) starting at 7:30 pm. The match will take place at the world’s largest cricket stadium, the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, located in Ahmedabad.
Led by Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans kicked off their campaign in the current season with a victory against Mumbai Indians at their home ground. However, they faced a setback in their second match against defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Chennai. Nonetheless, Gujarat made a strong comeback in their third match by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
On the flip side, Punjab Kings (PBKS) are currently facing challenges. The team has suffered consecutive losses in their last two matches against Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants, following their lone victory against Delhi Capitals. PBKS struggled to defend a total of 177 runs against RCB and failed to chase down a target of 200 runs against Lucknow.
Gujarat and Punjab have played 3 IPL matches so far. GT has won 2 of those and Punjab 1. Gujarat’s highest total against PBKS so far is 190, and Punjab’s highest score against GT is 189.
Gujarat, with 4 points from 3 matches and a Net Run Rate (NRR) of -0.738, is at number 5 on the points table. Punjab has 2 points from 4 matches and is at number 8 with an NRR of +0.337.
Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium Weather Report
The two teams have clashed only three times before in the IPL. Gujarat Titans, who will make their tournament debut in 2022, have won two matches against the Punjab Kings, while Punjab has won one match against Gujarat. The temperature in Ahmedabad will be around 36 degrees at the start of the match and will remain around this temperature throughout the game. There is no chance of rain, and the wind speed will be 13 km/hr, while humidity is not expected to breach 33%. The air quality will remain unhealthy, as per AccuWeather.
Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch of the world’s largest cricket stadium has both red soil and black soil surfaces. Black pitches help fast bowlers more as they have more bounce, whereas red pitches dry up quickly and are helpful for spinners. Besides, it also becomes easier to bat in. Looking at the current formation and game of both teams, Gujarat Titans have a strong chance of winning. As per Google’s win probability, there is a 56% chance that GT will beat Punjab in their fourth match and move up in the points table.
GT Record in Narendra Modi Stadium
GT Played: 12
GT Won: 8
GT Lost: 4
GT Won Batting First: 5
GT Won Chasing: 3
GT Highest Total: 233
GT Lowest Total: 125
PBKS Record in Narendra Modi Stadium
PBKS Played: 4
PBKS Won: 1
PBKS Lost: 2
PBKS Tied: 1 (Won via Super Over)
PBKS Won Batting First: 1
PBKS Won Chasing: 1
PBKS Highest Total: 191
PBKS Lowest Total: 123
GT vs PBKS IPL 2024: When and where to watch, live streaming details
GT vs PBKS IPL 2024: Broadcast Details
The GT vs PBKS IPL 2024 can be watched on the Star Sports Network in India.
GT vs PBKS IPL 2024: Live Streaming Details
The GT vs PBKS IPL 2024 will be streamed live on the JioCinema app and its website.
LSG vs PBKS Probable Best Players of the Match
Probable Best Batter of the match:
Shikhar Dhawan’s exceptional form in the last match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) suggests that he could emerge as the standout batter in the upcoming game. With his impeccable timing and consistent performance, fans anticipate a significant innings from this experienced player in the upcoming fixture. The stylish left-hander has scored 137 runs at an average of 45 and a strike rate of 133 in the 3 games played so far.
Probable Best Bowler of the match:
Harpreet Brar of PBKS has been exceptionally economical in the tournament up to this point, utilizing his left-arm orthodox bowling style to restrict the opposition’s scoring opportunities. Not only has he maintained a tight line and length, but he has also managed to pick up crucial wickets at crucial junctures of the game. Given his impressive performances so far, it is anticipated that he will maintain his good form with the ball and continue to deliver impactful contributions to his team’s bowling effort.
GT vs PBKS dream11 team (users can use it for other fantasy applications too)
Keeper – Jonny Bairstow, Wriddhiman Saha
Batsmen – Shikhar Dhawan, Shubhman Gill ,S Sudharsan
All-rounders – Azmatullah Omarzai, Sam Curran
Bowlers – Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Arshdeep Singh, Mohit Sharma
GT vs PBKS Dream11/ Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Shubman Gill (c), Sam Curran (vc)
Choice 2: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Rashid Khan (vc)
GT vs PBKS Dream11/ My11Circle Prediction Backups:
David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rahul Chahar, Harshal Patel
Gujarat Titans Probable Playing-XI
Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Wriddhiman Saha (WK), Vijay Shankar, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahul Tewatia, David Miller, Noor Ahmed, Rashid Khan, Umesh Yadav, Mohit Sharma
Punjab Kings Probable Playing-XI
Shikhar Dhawan (C), Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Harpreet Brar, Shashank Singh, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar
Scenario 1, How Gujarat Titans can win the match
- Gujarat Titans win the toss and bowl
- In the Power Play, they must score 50-60 runs without losing any wickets so that they can chase the target easily.
- GT bowlers must stop the opponent’s score somewhere between 150-170.
Scenario 2, How Punjab Kings can win the match
Punjab Kings win the toss and bowl
- In the Power Play, they must score 50-60 runs without losing any wickets so that they can chase the target easily.
- PBKS bowlers must stop the opponent’s score somewhere in between 140-160.
GT players bought at IPL 2024 auction: Azmatullah Omarzai (Rs. 50 lakh), Umesh Yadav (Rs. 5.80 crores), Shahrukh Khan (Rs. 7.40 crore), Sushant Mishra (Rs. 2.20 crore), Kartik Tyagi (Rs. 60 lakh), Manav Suthar (Rs. 20 lahks), Spencer Johnson (Rs. 10 crore), Robin Minz (3.60 crore).
GT IPL 2024 SQUAD COMPOSITION
Wicketkeepers: Mathew Wade (AUS), Wriddiman Saha, Robin Minz.
Batters: Shubman Gill, David Miller (SA), Abhinav Manohar, Kane Williamson (NZ), Sai Sudharsan.
All-rounders: Rashid Khan (AFG), Rahul Tewatia, Jayant Yadav, Vijay Shankar, Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG), Darshan Nalkande, Shahrukh Khan.
Bowlers: Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, Josh Little (IRE), R. Sai Kishore, Mohit Sharma, Noor Ahmad (AFG), Sushant Mishra, Kartik Tyagi, Manav Suthar, Spencer Johnson (AUS).
PBKS players bought at IPL 2024 auction: Harshal Patel (Rs. 11.75 crore), Chris Woakes (Rs. 4.20 crore), Ashutosh Sharma (Rs. 20 lakh), Vishwanath Pratap Singh (Rs. 20 lakh), Shashank Singh (Rs. 20 lakh), Tanay Thyagarajann (Rs. 20 lakh), Prince Choudhary (Rs. 20 lakh), Rilee Rossouw (Rs. 8 crore).
PBKS IPL 2024 SQUAD COMPOSITION
Wicketkeepers: Jonny Bairstow (ENG), Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma.
Batters: Shikhar Dhawan, Harpreet Bhatia, Rilee Rossouw (SA), Shashank Singh.
All-rounders: Liam Livingstone (ENG), Atharva Taide, Rishi Dhawan, Sam Curran (ENG), Sikandar Raza (ZIM), Shivam Singh, Chris Woakes (ENG), Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Singh, Tanay Thyagarajan, Harshal Patel.
Bowlers: Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada (SA), Nathan Ellis (AUS), Rahul Chahar, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Prince Choudhary.
Disclaimer: The prediction of teams and other give possibilities are based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
