PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction IPL 2026: Best team, captain picks, pitch report & playing XI for today’s match. Expert fantasy tips updated!
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Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans — Match 4, IPL 2026 Is Here
Match 4 of IPL 2026 is set to be a cracker at Mullanpur tonight.
Punjab Kings host Gujarat Titans in what is a battle of two contrasting sides — PBKS bring home passion and firepower, while GT arrive with one of the most balanced squads in the competition.
For fantasy players, this match is a goldmine. Both teams are loaded with multi-role performers, and your captain/vice-captain decision tonight could be the difference between winning and losing your league.
Match Snapshot
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | PBKS vs GT — 4th Match, IPL 2026 |
| Tournament | Indian Premier League 2026 |
| Date & Time | March 31, 2026, 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Live TV | Star Sports Network |
| Match Number | Match 4, IPL 2026 |
Pitch Report & Weather — Mullanpur, New Chandigarh
Pitch Report
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur is one of the newer IPL venues. Based on the surface type and conditions at this ground:
- New-ball pacers will be dangerous in the first powerplay — the surface offers good carry and some swing
- The pitch is generally true and even-paced, making it a good surface for top-order batters
- Spinners come into play in the middle overs (overs 10–16) as the surface dries out
- Dew is a significant factor in evening games at this venue — the team batting second benefits from a damp ball that is harder to grip for bowlers
- Expected first innings competitive score: 165–180
Fantasy Verdict: Balanced pitch that leans toward batters in the second innings due to dew. Prioritise top-4 batters and powerplay bowlers in your Dream11 team.
Weather Report
- Temperature: Around 28°C at match start
- Conditions: Clear skies expected for the evening game
- Rain probability: Very low — no significant weather interruption expected
- Dew factor: HIGH — will impact bowling in the second innings significantly
- DLS impact: Unlikely given clear forecast
- Fantasy impact: Back your top-order batters confidently — conditions will be excellent for run-scoring, especially in the second innings
Head-to-Head & Rivalry Insight
Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans are two teams that approach cricket very differently.
PBKS rely on explosive batting at the top and an aggressive pace attack. Under Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy, they have added tactical structure to their naturally aggressive game.
GT are built on balance and depth. Shubman Gill leads a side that has multiple match-winners across all three departments — batting, bowling, and all-round play. Their squad is arguably one of the deepest in IPL 2026.
- GT have historically been the more consistent team in the IPL in recent seasons
- PBKS enjoy a home advantage at Mullanpur and carry the energy of their passionate fanbase
- GT’s all-rounder depth — Jansen, Phillips, Holder — gives them flexibility that PBKS will need to counter carefully
Fantasy angle: GT tend to produce more consistent fantasy scorers across multiple departments. However, PBKS home games regularly produce high-scoring encounters that reward aggressive batting picks.
Venue & Ground History — Mullanpur
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium is PBKS’s home ground and one of the newer major venues in Indian cricket.
- Medium-sized boundaries — big-hitters are rewarded without it being a complete slog-fest
- Chasing teams benefit from dew in day-night games
- Pace bowlers dominate the powerplay; spinners are effective in the 10–16 over range
- Second innings scoring tends to be higher than first innings at this venue due to dew
Fantasy picks influenced by this venue:
- GT’s pace bowlers — Prasidh Krishna and Marco Jansen — are high-value picks in the powerplay
- Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler are premium top-order batting picks for this ground
- All-rounders who bat in the top six AND bowl are gold here — Glenn Phillips and Jason Holder both qualify
Team News & Injury Updates
Punjab Kings (PBKS) — Confirmed Squad
PBKS have a strong squad available for this home game. Shreyas Iyer captains the side.
Key players confirmed in squad:
- Prabhsimran Singh — Wicketkeeper-Batter, PBKS’s explosive opening option
- Shreyas Iyer (C) — Middle-order anchor and captain
- Priyansh Arya — Aggressive young batter at the top
- Marcus Stoinis — Experienced all-rounder
- Azmatullah Omarzai — Pace all-rounder
- Yuzvendra Chahal — Leg-spin wicket-taker in the middle overs
- Arshdeep Singh — PBKS’s primary powerplay and death bowler
- Lockie Ferguson — Pace bowler
- Suryansh Shedge, Shashank Singh — Middle-order batting options
No confirmed injury concerns from the squad list.
Gujarat Titans (GT) — Confirmed Squad
GT arrive with a packed, high-quality squad. Shubman Gill leads.
Key players confirmed in squad:
- Jos Buttler (WK) — GT’s explosive wicketkeeper-batter at the top of the order
- Shubman Gill (C) — India’s most consistent white-ball batter, GT’s captain
- Sai Sudharsan — Elegant, high-floor batter who regularly scores big
- Glenn Phillips — Power-hitting batting all-rounder
- Marco Jansen — Tall pace all-rounder; dangerous with both bat and ball
- Jason Holder — Experienced pace all-rounder
- Rashid Khan — World-class spin all-rounder
- Kagiso Rabada — South Africa’s premier pace bowler
- Mohammed Siraj — Swing bowler, dangerous in powerplay
- Prasidh Krishna — GT’s enforcer with the ball
- Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar — Additional all-round options
No confirmed injury concerns from the squad list.
IPL 2026 Points Table Context
This is Match 4 of IPL 2026 — the season is just getting started.
- Both PBKS and GT are at the beginning of their points table journey
- Early wins are critical not just for two points but for net run rate, which often decides playoff qualification
- PBKS will be desperate to make home advantage count — losing at Mullanpur early would be a major setback
- GT know that picking up away wins early separates serious title contenders from the rest
Impact on selection: Both captains are likely to go all-out. Expect aggressive batting lineups and full-strength bowling attacks on both sides — great for fantasy scorers across all departments.
Expected Playing XI
Punjab Kings (PBKS) — Expected XI
- Prabhsimran Singh (WK) — Wicketkeeper-Batter
- Priyansh Arya — Aggressive Opening Batter
- Shreyas Iyer (C) — Middle-Order Batter
- Shashank Singh — Middle-Order Batter
- Marcus Stoinis — All-Rounder
- Marco Jansen— Pace All-Rounder
- Suryansh Shedge — Middle-Order Batter
- Yuzvendra Chahal — Leg-Spin Bowler
- Arshdeep Singh — Pace Bowler
- Lockie Ferguson — Pace Bowler
- Vijaykumar Vyshak / Harnoor Singh — Pace Bowler
Gujarat Titans (GT) — Expected XI
- Shubman Gill (C) — Batter
- Jos Buttler (WK) — Wicketkeeper-Batter
- Sai Sudharsan — Batter
- Glenn Phillips — All-Rounder
- Rahul Tewatia — All-Rounder
- Sharukh Khan— All-Rounder
- Jason Holder — Pace All-Rounder
- Rashid Khan — Spin All-Rounder
- Prasidh Krishna — Pace Bowler
- Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore — Spin Bowler
- Kagiso Rabada / Mohammed Siraj — Pace Bowler
⚠️ Final Playing XI will be confirmed after toss. Bookmark this page for live updates.
Key Player Battles
Jos Buttler (GT) vs Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) Arshdeep’s left-arm swing and powerplay aggression make him the biggest threat to GT’s explosive opener. Buttler loves to attack from ball one — if Arshdeep gets him early, GT’s entire innings structure shifts. For fantasy: both are must-haves regardless, but watch this battle in the powerplay.
Shubman Gill (GT) vs Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS) Chahal’s leg-spin in the middle overs against Gill’s ability to rotate and accelerate is a fascinating battle. Gill is known to handle spin well but Chahal’s variations make him a genuine wicket threat against any top-order batter. A wicket here changes the course of the innings.
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) vs Rashid Khan (GT) Rashid’s mystery spin against Iyer’s technique under pressure is the defining middle-overs battle of this match. Iyer has historically had mixed results against quality wrist-spin. If Rashid pins Iyer down or takes his wicket, PBKS’s run rate suffers significantly.
Fantasy Picks Breakdown —
Top Picks (Confirmed in Your Teams)
| Player | Team | Role | Dream11 Credits | Why Pick |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | GT | Batter (C) | 9 Cr | GT captain, top-order consistency |
| Sai Sudharsan | GT | Batter | 9 Cr | High-floor batter, regular scorer |
| Shreyas Iyer | PBKS | Batter (VC/C) | 9 Cr | PBKS captain, home advantage |
| Jos Buttler | GT | WK-Batter | 8.5 Cr | Explosive opener, match-winner |
| Marco Jansen | PBKS | All-Rounder (C) | 8.5 Cr | Bat + ball; massive ceiling |
| Glenn Phillips | GT | All-Rounder | 8 Cr | Power-hitter who also bowls |
| Jason Holder | GT | All-Rounder | 8 Cr | Experience + pace + batting |
| Arshdeep Singh | PBKS | Bowler | 9 Cr | Powerplay + death specialist |
| Prasidh Krishna | GT | Bowler | 8 Cr | Wicket-taking pace bowler |
| R Sai Kishore | GT | Bowler | 8 Cr | Spin option, useful middle overs |
| Priyansh Arya | PBKS | Batter | 8 Cr | Aggressive opener, GL differential |
Captain Picks (Based on Your Team Selections)
| Player | Why Captain? | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (Team 2 — C) | Consistent, GT captain, high floor | Safe |
| Marco Jansen (Team 1 — C) | All-rounder ceiling; bat + ball points | Medium |
| Shreyas Iyer (Team 1 — VC) | Home advantage + captain premium | Medium |
| Priyansh Arya (Team 2 — VC) | Low ownership, high ceiling if he fires | High |
Budget Picks
| Player | Price | Why Pick |
|---|---|---|
| Prasidh Krishna | 8 Cr | Reliable wicket-taker; good value |
| R Sai Kishore | 8 Cr | Spin option at a budget price |
| Jason Holder | 8 Cr | All-rounder value at 8 Cr is exceptional |
Punt/Differential Picks (GL Only)
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Priyansh Arya | Very low ownership expected; huge upside if PBKS bat first |
| Jason Holder | Often overlooked but capable of match-defining all-round performances |
Players to Avoid Today
- Lower-order batters (positions 8–11) — bat-time is too limited on this pitch for meaningful fantasy scores
- Players outside confirmed squads — never pick anyone whose inclusion in the XI is not confirmed after toss
- Defensive middle-order batters with low strike rates — this match will be high-scoring and rewards aggressive intent
Your Dream11 Team Combinations
Team 1 — Batting First (T1) — Safe/Small League
- WK: Jos Buttler (8.5 Cr)
- BAT: S Iyer (9 Cr, VC), S Gill (9 Cr), P Arya (8 Cr), S Sudharsan (9 Cr)
- AR: J Holder (8 Cr), G Phillips (8 Cr), M Jansen (8.5 Cr, C)
- BOWL: P Krishna (8 Cr), R Sai Kishore (8 Cr), A Singh (9 Cr)
- Credits Used: 93 | Credits Left: 7
- C: Marco Jansen | VC: Shreyas Iyer
- Strategy: GT-heavy team (7 GT players) with Jansen as captain for all-rounder ceiling. Iyer as VC gives PBKS home-match exposure. Best suited for small leagues where consistent all-rounder scoring wins.
Team 2 — Batting First — Balanced/Grand League
- WK: Jos Buttler (8.5 Cr)
- BAT: S Sudharsan (9 Cr), S Iyer (9 Cr), S Gill (9 Cr, C), P Arya (8 Cr, VC)
- AR: M Jansen (8.5 Cr), G Phillips (8 Cr), J Holder (8 Cr)
- BOWL: A Singh (9 Cr), P Krishna (8 Cr), R Sai Kishore (8 Cr)
- Credits Used: 93 | Credits Left: 7
- C: Shubman Gill | VC: Priyansh Arya
- Strategy: Same 11 players, different C/VC combo. Gill as captain is the safe Grand League anchor. Arya as VC is the differential — if he fires early, this team jumps ahead of most GL competitors who won’t have him as VC.
Captain & Vice-Captain Guide
Best C: Marco Jansen (Team 1) — At 8.5 Cr, Jansen’s dual-role value as a pace bowler who can score runs in the middle order gives him one of the highest ceilings in this match. Captaining him in Team 1 is the aggressive, all-rounder-led strategy.
Best VC: Shreyas Iyer (Team 1) — PBKS captain batting at home. If PBKS post a big total or chase one down, Iyer will be central to that effort. Excellent VC option with strong floor.
GL Differential C: Shubman Gill (Team 2) — Gill is actually a relatively safe captain option but becomes a differential when most GL players go Buttler or Jansen. His consistent scoring makes him reliable at the top of your Team 2.
High Risk C: Priyansh Arya (Team 2, VC) — Team 2 uses Arya as VC — this is the high-risk, high-reward pick. Arya is a fearless young batter who can score big quickly. If he fires at the top for PBKS, his low ownership across GL competitions will give your team a massive edge.
My11Circle & MPL Team Suggestion
My11Circle: Follow Team 1’s structure — Buttler (WK), all four batters, Jansen/Phillips/Holder (AR), Arshdeep/Krishna/Kishore (BOWL). Captain: Shubman Gill for consistency.
MPL Fantasy: Follow Team 2’s structure with Gill as captain and Arya as VC. On MPL, all-rounder heavy teams tend to perform well — keep all three all-rounders (Jansen, Phillips, Holder) in your lineup.
Key difference: The core 11 players are identical across both your Dream11 teams — the only change is C/VC combination. Apply the same logic on My11Circle and MPL — rotate your captain between Gill, Jansen, and Iyer across multiple teams.
Expert Strategy & Tips
Toss Strategy
- At Mullanpur in the evening, dew is expected to be heavy — the toss-winning captain will almost certainly choose to bowl first
- The chasing team gets significantly easier batting conditions after the 15th over due to the wet ball
- If GT bowl first and set PBKS to chase: GT’s bowling picks (Rabada, Jansen, Krishna) become slightly less valuable in the death overs. Shift captain focus toward GT batters
- If PBKS bowl first: Arshdeep Singh and PBKS’s pacers are your key fantasy bowlers early — back them hard
Risk Management
Small League strategy:
- Go GT-heavy (5–7 players) — their squad depth gives more consistent fantasy output
- Use Jansen or Gill as your captain
- Stick to proven match-winners — Buttler, Gill, Sudharsan, Iyer, Jansen
Grand League strategy:
- Use Arya as VC (Team 2 structure) for low-ownership differential
- Build around the same core 11 but rotate your captain to create unique team combinations
- Consider splitting your entries — one with Jansen as C, one with Gill as C
Quick Tips
- Both your teams use the same 11 players — a smart strategy that limits variance while maximising points through C/VC rotation
- Jansen as captain (Team 1) is the aggressive pick — all-rounders who bat in top 6 and bowl are the best fantasy captains in T20 cricket
- Gill as captain (Team 2) is the safer, more consistent pick — back him if you want a floor guarantee
- Arya as VC in Team 2 is your GL weapon — if he hits 50+ in the powerplay, Team 2 wins you the GL
- Arshdeep Singh at 9 Cr is good value — he takes wickets in the powerplay AND is economical at death
- All three all-rounders (Jansen, Phillips, Holder) in both teams is the right call — GT’s AR depth is unmatched
- Always confirm the toss before locking — if PBKS bat first, Arya’s importance increases dramatically
- R Sai Kishore at 8 Cr is a value pick — spin in the middle overs will be important at this venue
Match Prediction
Analysis:
Gujarat Titans are slight favourites based on squad depth, international experience, and all-round balance. Their bowling attack — Rabada, Jansen, Krishna, Rashid — is capable of restricting any batting lineup in world T20 cricket.
However, PBKS have genuine match-winners. Buttler is one of the most destructive white-ball openers in the world. Iyer brings experience and home knowledge. Arshdeep is one of the best powerplay bowlers in the competition.
The dew factor is the biggest variable — whoever wins the toss and bowls first has a clear advantage.
Predicted Winner: Gujarat Titans — 55/45
GT’s superior depth and ability to chase under dew conditions makes them slight favourites. If they win the toss, that margin increases to 60/40.
Predicted Top Scorer: GT’s top-order batter (Shubman Gill or Jos Buttler)
Predicted Best Bowler: PBKS’s left-arm pace specialist (Arshdeep Singh) — powerplay wickets are his trademark
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FAQ
Q: Who is the best Dream11 captain for PBKS vs GT today? A: Marco Jansen is the best captain for aggressive small leagues — his all-rounder ceiling with bat and ball is unmatched tonight. For safer grand leagues, Shubman Gill is the most consistent option. Shreyas Iyer works as a differential captain if you want PBKS representation at the top.
Q: What is the best Dream11 team for PBKS vs GT IPL 2026? A: The best-verified team is: Jos Buttler (WK), Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya (BAT), Marco Jansen, Glenn Phillips, Jason Holder (AR), Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, R Sai Kishore (BOWL). Use Jansen or Gill as captain depending on your league type.
Q: What is the Mullanpur pitch report for today’s IPL 2026 match? A: The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur offers a balanced surface with pace-friendly early conditions and spin grip in the middle overs. Dew in the evening session makes chasing easier. Expect a first innings score of around 165–180.
Q: When does the PBKS vs GT IPL 2026 match start today? A: The Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Match 4 starts at 7:30 PM IST on March 31, 2026. Live streaming is available on JioHotstar and TV broadcast is on the Star Sports Network.
Q: Who will win PBKS vs GT today in IPL 2026? A: Gujarat Titans are predicted to win (55/45 split) based on their superior squad depth and all-round balance. The toss is crucial — the team bowling first has a clear advantage due to dew. If PBKS win the toss and bowl first, the margin narrows significantly.
💬 Who will be your Dream11 captain tonight — Marco Jansen or Shubman Gill? Drop your pick in the comments below and share your final team!
⚠️ Disclaimer: This prediction is based on analytical reasoning, current form, pitch conditions, squad data from official sources, and fantasy cricket insights. It does not guarantee results. Player availability may change after toss — always check the official confirmed Playing XI before locking your Dream11 team. Please play fantasy cricket responsibly.
🔄 Update Reminder: This article will be updated after toss with confirmed Playing XI, final Dream11 teams, and last-minute changes. Bookmark this page and check back after 7:00 PM IST tonight!
