PBKS vs GT Match Prediction IPL 2026: Who Wins Today’s Match 4?

Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans: Match 4 Prediction & Preview

The fourth match of the 2026 Indian Premier League sees two of the league’s most balanced sides face off at PBKS's new fortress in Mullanpur. With both teams boasting revamped squads and a history of thrilling finishes—including PBKS's narrow 11-run win last season—tonight's game is set to be a tactical masterclass between captains Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill.

Head-to-Head Statistics

This rivalry has been neck-and-neck since Gujarat's entry into the league.

Metric Punjab Kings (PBKS) Gujarat Titans (GT)

Matches Played 6 6

Highest Score 243/5 232/5

Last Encounter Won by 11 runs (2025) Lost by 11 runs (2025)

Pitch & Weather Report: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium

• Surface: Known as a "batter's paradise," the Mullanpur track is expected to yield scores in the 180–200 range.
• Bowling Factor: Pacers like Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj may find early movement under lights, but the quick outfield heavily favors aggressive strokeplay.
• Dew & Toss: Dew is expected to play a major role in the second innings. While historical data at this venue shows teams batting first have won 6 of the last 11 major games, the heavy dew might tempt captains to bowl first tonight.
• Weather: Clear skies with temperatures around 28°C, dropping to a cool 16°C by the second innings.

Predicted Playing 11

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

1. Priyansh Arya (X-Factor)
2. Prabhsimran Singh (WK)
3. Shreyas Iyer (C)
4. Nehal Wadhera
5. Marcus Stoinis
6. Shashank Singh
7. Marco Jansen
8. Harpreet Brar
9. Yuzvendra Chahal
10. Arshdeep Singh
11. Ben Dwarshuis (Replacing Lockie Ferguson

• Impact Sub: Vijaykumar Vyshak

Gujarat Titans (GT):

1. Shubman Gill (C)
2. Jos Buttler (WK)
3. Sai Sudharsan (Orange Cap 2025)
4. Washington Sundar
5. Shahrukh Khan
6. Rahul Tewatia
7. Jason Holder
8. Rashid Khan
9. Mohammed Siraj
10. Prasidh Krishna
11. Sai Kishore

• Impact Sub: Kagiso Rabada

Key Matchups to Watch

Shubman Gill vs Arshdeep Singh: Gill has a strong record against Arshdeep (65 runs for 1 dismissal), but Arshdeep's swing in the powerplay remains GT's biggest threat.

Jos Buttler vs Yuzvendra Chahal: Former teammates face off; Buttler has struggled against Chahal, scoring only 29 runs in 31 balls across their IPL history.

Shreyas Iyer vs Mohammed Siraj: Iyer dismantled GT last season with a 97*, but Siraj has dismissed him twice in IPL meetings.

Match Winner Prediction

While PBKS has the home advantage and an explosive opening pair in Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh, Gujarat Titans are the favorites tonight. GT's superior bowling depth—featuring Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, and Kagiso Rabada—is expected to be the deciding factor on a pitch that might slow down during the middle overs.