GT Vs PBKS, IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings Eye Positive Start In Ahmedabad
In match number 12 of IPL 2025, former champions Gujarat Giants and Punjab Kings clash with an aim for a winning start.
After missing the playoffs for the first time in three years last season, Gujarat Titans are determined to make a strong comeback this IPL. Shubman Gill continues as captain, with Rashid Khan as his deputy. GT retained Rashid for Rs 18 crore, acknowledging his match-winning prowess in T20s.
To strengthen their squad, GT made key signings at the auction, acquiring Jos Buttler, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Prasidh Krishna. They also secured at bargain prices for Washington Sundar, Sherfane Rutherford, Gerald Coetzee, and Glenn Phillips.
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With a balanced squad, GT aim for their second IPL title. The team will rely on Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Rashid, while Siraj looks to make a statement after losing his India spot. Fans and management will hope for a dominant season as the Titans seek redemption.
Meanwhile, Punjab Kings are chasing their elusive maiden IPL title, having been part of the tournament since its inception. India batter Shreyas Iyer, bought for ₹26.75 crore, will lead the side, supported by key players like Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Marcus Stoinis.
At the Jeddah auction, Punjab strengthened their squad with Glenn Maxwell, Nehal Wadhera, Harpreet Brar, and Vijaykumar Vyshak. Iyer’s leadership brings stability to the batting lineup, and Punjab’s well-rounded bowling attack could be a major asset.
Having retained only Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh from last season, Punjab have reset their squad. They begin their campaign against Gujarat Titans on March 25 in Ahmedabad.
Here are the predicted XIs of both teams:
GT: Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj
PBKS: Josh Inglis, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Yash Thakur
Let’s also have a look at the head-to-head record between GT & PBKS in IPL
Matches: 5
Gujarat Titans: 3
Punjab Kings: 2
Performance in last 1 year
Gujarat Titans: Played 12, Won 5, Lost 7
Punjab Kings: Played 14, Won 5, Lost 9
Ahmedabad Pitch Report
The game will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium which has been known for high-scoring matches owing to its batting-friendly surface. The average first-innings total is around 200, with pacers getting early movement and spinners coming into play as the match progresses. However, captains may prefer chasing in this match, as the pitch slows down in the second innings.
Expect a hot and humid day in Ahmedabad and the game will start on time with no signs of rain interruption.
As the tournament unfolds, both GT and Punjab Kings have their fair share of challenges and expectations. Whether they can rise to the occasion and make a deep run in IPL 2025 remains to be seen.
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