Punjab Kings face the Gujarat Titans in Match 4 of IPL 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on March 31.
The toss begins at 7 PM IST, followed by the match at 7:30 PM IST.
Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, enter the season after a heartbreaking runners-up finish in 2025. Iyer, who impressed with his batting and leadership last season, now seeks consistency and redemption. Ricky Ponting’s coaching adds tactical depth to a squad built around a strong Indian core.
On the other side, the Gujarat Titans, captained by Shubman Gill, look to re-establish dominance after a playoff exit in 2025. Gill’s elegant strokeplay and leadership remain central to GT’s campaign. With Jos Buttler, Glenn Phillips, and Rashid Khan in the lineup, Gujarat appear balanced and dangerous.
The clash between Iyer and Gill symbolises the rise of young Indian captains in the IPL. Punjab’s batting strength will be tested against Gujarat’s spin attack led by Rashid Khan. Conditions in Mullanpur are expected to favour batters, but dew in the second innings could influence strategies.
Both teams aim to start strong, making this fixture more than just a season opener. It is a statement of intent for their IPL 2026 campaigns.
