IPL 2025: Match 5 – Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings | Match Prediction & Preview
Gujarat Titans (GT) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to clash in the fifth match of IPL 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Tuesday, March 25. Both teams will be looking to turn their fortunes around after a disappointing previous season, where they finished in the 8th and 9th spots, respectively.
Match Overview
Gujarat Titans, who made a dream debut in 2022 by winning the title and finishing as runners-up in 2023, struggled last season, ending in eighth place. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, GT has retained its core players while making key additions such as Jos Buttler, Mohammed Siraj, and Kagiso Rabada. However, their heavy reliance on the top-order batters—Gill, Buttler, and Sai Sudharsan—could be a potential challenge.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings are looking for a fresh start, having failed to qualify for the playoffs since 2014. With Shreyas Iyer as the new captain and Ricky Ponting as the head coach, PBKS has revamped its squad. Their batting lineup features Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Josh Inglis, while their bowling unit includes Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, and Yuzvendra Chahal. This mix of experience and new talent could pose a strong challenge to GT.
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)
Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions, with an average first-innings score of around 200. The pitch offers early movement for pacers, but as the game progresses, spinners get into the action. Given the pitch conditions, teams might prefer to chase rather than set a target.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches Played: 5
- GT Wins: 3
- PBKS Wins: 2
- First-ever Fixture: April 8, 2022
- Most Recent Fixture: April 21, 2024
Predicted Playing XIs
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna.
Impact Player: M Shahrukh Khan
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
Prabhsimran Singh, Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (C), Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact Player: Vijaykumar Vyshk
Probable Best Performers
Best Batter – Shubman Gill
GT’s success heavily depends on Shubman Gill’s form. Last season, he scored 426 runs at a strike rate of 147.40. With a strong track record in white-ball cricket for India, Gill will look to continue his good run and set the tone for GT’s batting lineup.
Best Bowler – Arshdeep Singh
PBKS’ pace spearhead, Arshdeep Singh, was among the top wicket-takers last season, finishing with 19 wickets. His ability to deliver in powerplay and death overs makes him a crucial player. If he finds his rhythm, he could be a key factor in PBKS restricting GT’s strong batting lineup.
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Gujarat Titans, with a balanced squad and experienced match-winners, have a slight edge over Punjab Kings. However, PBKS’ new leadership and aggressive approach could make this a closely fought contest. If GT’s top order fires, they might dominate, but if PBKS’ bowlers step up, an upset could be on the cards.
Prediction: Gujarat Titans to win, but expect a thrilling contest! Stay tuned for live updates and analysis.
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