The rivalry between the Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans is a relatively young but high-voltage narrative in the IPL, characterized by last-over thrillers and individual brilliance. Since Gujarat’s entry in 2022, this fixture has moved away from the traditional regional hierarchies to become a battle of tactical depth versus explosive power. As they head into their March 31, 2026, clash at the new Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mullanpur, the head-to-head stats reflect a razor-thin margin. While Gujarat initially dominated with their “finishing” pedigree, Punjab has repeatedly proven they can dismantle the Titans’ disciplined bowling attack on their day.
Overall Head-to-Head Record
Statistic
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Matches Played
6
6
Matches Won
3
3
Win Percentage
50%
50%
Highest Score
200
199
Lowest Score
142
143
Venue-Based Performance
Venue
Matches
PBKS Wins
GT Wins
Win Ratio (PBKS:GT)
Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad)
2
1
1
1:1
IS Bindra/Mullanpur (Punjab)
2
0
2
0:2
Neutral Venues (Mumbai/Dharamsala)
2
2
0
2:0
Top 5 Batters in PBKS vs GT
Rank
Player
Team
Runs
1
Shubman Gill
GT
278
2
Sai Sudharsan
GT
195
3
Shikhar Dhawan
PBKS
164
4
Liam Livingstone
PBKS
138
5
Shashank Singh
PBKS
101
Top 5 Bowlers in PBKS vs GT
Rank
Player
Team
Wickets
Best Figures
1
Kagiso Rabada
PBKS
11
4/33
2
Rashid Khan
GT
9
3/22
3
Mohit Sharma
GT
7
2/18
4
Arshdeep Singh
PBKS
6
2/31
5
Noor Ahmad
GT
4
2/20
Key Match Records and Extremes
Category
Record
Highest Team Total
200/7 (PBKS, 2024)
Lowest Team Total
142 all out (PBKS, 2024)
Biggest Win (Runs)
GT by 9 runs (2025)
Biggest Win (Wickets)
PBKS by 8 wickets (2022)
Closest Match
GT won by 3 wickets (2024)
Player-Specific Records
Record Type
Player
Stat
Most Runs vs Opponent
Shubman Gill
278 runs
Most Wickets
Kagiso Rabada
11 wickets
Most Sixes vs GT
Liam Livingstone
10 sixes
Highest Individual Score
Shubman Gill
96 (59)
Recent Head-to-Head Trend (2022–2025)
Year
Winner
Venue
Key Highlight
2022
GT
Mumbai
Rahul Tewatia 2 sixes in last 2 balls
2022
PBKS
Mumbai
Kagiso Rabada 4/33
2023
GT
Mohali
Shubman Gill 67 (49)
2024
PBKS
Ahmedabad
Shashank Singh 61* (29)
2024
GT
Mullanpur
Sai Kishore 4/33
2025
PBKS
Ahmedabad
Arshdeep 3-wicket haul
2025
GT
Dharamsala
Rashid Khan 3/22
A Growing Modern Rivalry
The Punjab–Gujarat encounter has quickly shed its “new fixture” tag to become one of the most unpredictable matches on the calendar. Gujarat’s identity is built on a “never-say-die” attitude and a lower-order that specializes in miracle chases, while Punjab relies on high-risk, high-reward aggression at the top and a formidable pace battery. While the Titans hold a slight edge in high-pressure finishes, the Kings have shown an uncanny ability to storm the Titans’ fortress in Ahmedabad. As both teams look to establish dominance in the 2026 season, this match serves as a litmus test for GT’s tactical composure versus PBKS’s raw firepower.
Jayesh Chaubey is an independent writer and the founder of The Living Draft. He covers India’s technology, public policy, and geopolitics, with a focus on how digital and civic developments shape everyday life. His work is part of an ongoing effort to pursue investigative and public interest journalism.
