GT vs. PBKS IPL Match 5 - when and where to watch, venue, most likely playing XIs, full squad details, Pitch Report, Weather and more
Gujarat Titans had a dream start in IPL, lifting the title in their very first season in 2022 and finishing as runners-up in 2023. However, 2024 was a disappointing season as they finished eighth. Under the captaincy of Shubman Gill, the side is looking to make a strong comeback, having retained their core player and bringing in some new players. The addition of Jos Buttler, Mohammed Siraj, and Kagiso Rabada has strengthened their squad, with Rashid Khan also in the fray. However, the over-reliance on top-order batters Gill, Buttler, and Sai Sudharsan could be a concern.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings haven't qualified for playoffs since 2014. However, a completely new squad and the appointment of Shreyas Iyer as captain and Ricky Ponting as head coach have given them fresh hope and perspective. With Iyer leading the batting lineup, along with Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Josh Inglis, Punjab Kings have acquired some key players. Their bowling attack, features Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, and Yuzvendra Chahal, who could restrict Gujarat’s explosive batting order.
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GT vs PBKS IPL Match Details
Match: GT vs PBKS 5th Match of IPL 2025
Captains:
Shubman Gill is going to lead Gujarat Titans
Shreyas Iyer will lead Punjab Kings
When: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
Match is going to start at 07.30 p.m. (IST)
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Head-to-head of these two teams: Both teams have played 5 matches against each other. Out of which Gujarat Titans has won 3 matches and Punjab Kings has won 2 matches.
Likely playing XI
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna.
Impact Players: M Shahrukh Khan
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
Prabhsimran Singh, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact Players: Vijaykumar Vyshk
Pitch report
The Narendra Modi Stadium is a batting paradise, often producing high-scoring encounters. With an average first-innings total of around 200, the surface has a good bounce. Pacers get early movement, but as the match progresses, spinners come into play as the pitch slows down. The stadium's dry and hard surface makes it a balanced venue for both batters and bowlers. With clear skies in the forecast, it is expected to be a cracker of a game. However, captains might still prefer chasing, given that the pitch slows down in the second innings.
Best players from both of the teams
Best Batsman: Shubman Gill
Best Bowler: Arshdeep Singh
Weather forecast for today in Ahmedabad
Maximum temperature: 36°C
Minimum temperature: 23°C
Wind speed: 5km/h
Chances of rain: 0%
Capacity of stadium: 132, 000
Prediction to win: Team bowling first is most likely to win the match
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