Gujarat Titans (GT) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face off in Match 5 of IPL 2025 on Tuesday, March 25, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both teams are eager to bounce back after missing out on the playoffs in the previous season. With renewed hope and strong squads, this promises to be an exciting encounter. Here’s an in-depth match prediction, key players to watch, head-to-head record, and more.
Match Details:
| Match | Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings, Match 5, IPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Date & Time | Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast & Streaming | Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website) |
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report:
The Narendra Modi Stadium is known for its high-scoring nature, with an average first-innings total of around 200. The pitch provides good bounce and can favor pacers early on, while spinners come into play as the game progresses. Given the dry surface and clear skies, a thrilling encounter is expected. Captains may opt to chase, as the pitch slows down in the second innings.
Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | 5 |
|---|---|
| Won by Gujarat Titans | 3 |
| Won by Punjab Kings | 2 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First-ever Fixture | April 08, 2022 |
| Most Recent Fixture | April 21, 2024 |
Predicted Playing XIs:
Gujarat Titans (GT):
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Shubman Gill (C)
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Jos Buttler (wk)
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Sai Sudharsan
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Glenn Phillips
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Rahul Tewatia
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Washington Sundar
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Rashid Khan
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Mohammed Siraj
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Sai Kishore
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Kagiso Rabada
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Prasidh Krishna
Impact Player: M Shahrukh Khan
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
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Prabhsimran Singh
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Josh Inglis (wk)
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Shreyas Iyer (C)
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Marcus Stoinis
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Glenn Maxwell
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Shashank Singh
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Nehal Wadhera
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Marco Jansen
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Harpreet Brar
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Arshdeep Singh
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Yuzvendra Chahal
Impact Player: Vijaykumar Vyshk
Key Players to Watch:
Shubman Gill (GT):
Shubman Gill has been a standout performer for Gujarat Titans. After a successful IPL 2024 campaign with 426 runs, Gill’s consistency will be vital for GT’s success. As captain, he will be key to the team’s top-order success and will look to carry his international form into the IPL.
Arshdeep Singh (PBKS):
Arshdeep Singh was one of PBKS’s best bowlers in IPL 2024, taking 19 wickets. The left-arm pacer’s ability to perform in both powerplay and death overs will be crucial in restricting GT’s powerful batting lineup. His performance could be a key factor in PBKS’s success.
Today’s Match Prediction:
The team bowling first is expected to win the match due to the pitch conditions and the nature of the ground.
Match Prediction Scenarios:
Scenario 1 (Gujarat Titans win the toss and bowl):
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Powerplay Score: 45-50
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PBKS Score: 190-200
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Result: Gujarat Titans Win
Scenario 2 (Punjab Kings win the toss and bowl):
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Powerplay Score: 50-55
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GT Score: 200-210
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Result: Punjab Kings Win
Disclaimer:
The prediction is based on an analysis of available data and the author’s instinct. Please take the factors mentioned into account when making your own decision.
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