GT vs PBKS Match 5 (Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com, @CricCrazyJohns/x.com)
The Indians fans are having an exciting time as the unmissable encounters of the IPL 2025 are making the evenings more entertaining. Gujarat Titans is set to face Punjab Kings in the 5th clash of the ongoing tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Both teams are set to face each other in their inaugural match of the season.
After an average season last year, Gujrat Titans are aiming to have a positive start under Shubhman Gill’s leadership. In the IPL 2025 mega auction, they made a balanced squad with some incredible pacers. As they are set to step into their first game, fans are waiting for some power-packed performance.
Conversely, Punjab Kings is all set to start their new beginnings under Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy. Along with that, they name a robust squad filled with some match-winners. The Punjab Kings are yet to win their maiden IPL trophy, Shreyas Iyer and Co. will be eyeing a dominating start.
When Will The GT vs PBKS 5th IPL 2025 Match Start?
Gujarat Titans are all set to cross swords with Punjab Kings on March 25 in the 5th match of the tournament. The iconic Narendra Modi Stadium is set to host the classic encounter live from 7:30 PM (IST).
What Happened The Last Time These Two Teams Met In IPL?
In the IPL 2024, both sides faced each other on the big stage in the 37th encounter of the edition at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur. While batting first, Punjab Kings post a total of 142 runs. Sai Kishore shined with a brilliant four-wicket haul, while Mohit Sharma and Noor Ahmad chipped in with two wickets each, sealing Gujarat’s dominance.
While chasing the target, Saha was dismissed early but Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan built an impactful partnership. After the duo’s dismissal, the team lost some consecutive wickets. But Rahul Tewatia played a fiery knock of 36 runs in 18 deliveries. With that, Gujarat Titans sealed the game by 3 wickets.
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