Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings Scorecard IPL 2026 Match 46

Washington Sundar delivered the match-winning moment, clearing the boundary with a six off Marcus Stoinis to seal a four-wicket win for Gujarat Titans over Punjab Kings in IPL 2026 Match 46 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on May 3, 2026. Chasing 167, GT completed the target in 19.5 overs to claim their third consecutive victory while PBKS suffered their second straight defeat.

Result: Gujarat Titans won by 4 wickets · GT Score: 167/6 (19.5 overs) · PBKS Score: 163/9 (20 overs) · Venue: Ahmedabad · Match: IPL 2026 Match 46

The table below consolidates the key match facts drawn from official IPL reports and team sources.

Who won yesterday’s IPL match 2026 GT vs PBKS?

Gujarat Titans clinched a dramatic four-wicket victory over Punjab Kings in IPL 2026 Match 46. The match took place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 3, 2026, with GT completing the chase in the final over — needing just 3 runs off the last 2 balls before Washington Sundar dispatched a six off Marcus Stoinis to seal the win (NDTV Sports Match Report).

Washington Sundar’s unbeaten 40 off 23 balls proved the match-winning knock, featuring 5 fours and 1 six. His strike rate of 173.91 gave GT the firepower they needed in the death overs when the chase had become tense (NDTV Sports Match Report).

Match scorecard details

PBKS batted first and posted 163/9 in their 20 overs, with Suryansh Shedge top-scoring with 57 runs from 29 balls. His innings included a sequence of 6,6,4,4,6 off Manav Suthar that energised the PBKS middle order (Gujarat Titans Official Match Report). Marcus Stoinis contributed 40 off 31 balls, while Marco Jansen added a late 20-run cameo that pushed PBKS past 160 (IPLT20 Official Match Report).

Rashid Khan’s final over was crucial — he claimed a wicket and conceded 14 runs to restrict PBKS to 163/9. The innings ended at 163/9 after 20 overs (NDTV Sports Match Report).

Key highlights

GT’s Jason Holder was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 4/24, dismantling the PBKS batting order at crucial moments. Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada each took 2 wickets, while Arshdeep Singh finished with 2/24 for PBKS (Gujarat Titans Official Match Report).

For GT’s chase, Sai Sudharsan scored 57 off 41 balls to anchor the innings. GT reached milestones of 50 runs in 5.2 overs and 150 runs in 18.2 overs before Sundar finished the job (Cricket World Scorecard).

GT vs PBKS IPL 2026 result, highlights and scorecard

The scorecard reflects a tight contest where both innings had distinct phases. PBKS reached 150 runs in 19.2 overs before their final collapse, while GT’s reply showed early stability before Sundar’s late charge secured the target (Cricket World Scorecard).

The implication: GT’s ability to recover from 103/3 and still chase 167 in under 20 overs points to a batting order that can absorb early pressure and accelerate when it matters most.

Full scorecard

Punjab Kings innings saw Suryansh Shedge’s 57 from 29 balls set the foundation, while Vyshak’s 2/31 proved costly for GT’s chase. GT’s response featured Sai Sudharsan’s 57 and Washington Sundar’s unbeaten 40 to complete the 167-run chase in 19.5 overs (ESPNcricinfo Match Report).

Innings breakdown

PBKS lost early wickets but recovered through Shedge and Stoinis before the tail folded. GT lost three wickets by the 13th over at 103/3, then five wickets by the 18th over at 147/5 — setting up the dramatic finish that saw Sundar deliver under pressure (NDTV Sports Live Updates).

Which team is best, GT or PBKS?

Heading into Match 46, PBKS held the stronger position as table-toppers while GT had been inconsistent. The four-wicket win shifts that narrative — GT now has three consecutive victories and momentum that PBKS suddenly lacks after their second straight loss (IPLT20 Official Match Report).

Head-to-head stats

The win improves GT’s recent record against PBKS. Earlier in IPL 2026, GT lost by 11 runs chasing 232 at Mohali — a venue that favours big totals. Ahmedabad proved a different story, with GT’s bowling attack keeping PBKS to 163/9 and their chase holding firm (IPL.com Match Archive).

Current form

GT’s form curve points upward: three straight wins, the latest against the league leaders. PBKS have now lost two in a row after a strong start to IPL 2026. The chasing template that worked for GT — early stability from Sudharsan, acceleration from Sundar — could become their blueprint for remaining fixtures (Gujarat Titans Official Match Report).

Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings standings

The IPL 2026 points table updated after Match 46 shows GT climbing to sixth place with their sixth win of the season. PBKS, despite the loss, remain in the top half — though their buffer over chasing teams has shrunk (Gujarat Titans Official Match Report).

IPL 2026 points table impact

GT’s sixth win brings them into playoff contention just as the tournament reaches its mid-point. Both teams have upcoming matches against Kolkata Knight Riders, Lucknow Super Giants, and Mumbai Indians — a cluster of high-pressure fixtures that will test whether GT can sustain their surge or PBKS can arrest their slide (IPLT20 Official Match Report).

Where to watch Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings

Viewers can access live coverage of GT vs PBKS matches through multiple official platforms. Star Sports Network broadcasts IPL matches on television across India, while JioCinema streams all IPL 2026 matches free on mobile (IPLT20 Official Match Report).

Live streaming options

The official IPL website at iplt20.com offers ball-by-ball commentary, scorecards, and post-match analysis for every fixture. JioCinema’s app provides free streaming with multiple camera angles and real-time statistics — useful for fans who want deeper data than television broadcasts offer (IPL.com Match Archive).

Highlights sources

Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo both publish match highlights with key moments edited into short video clips within hours of the final ball. These platforms also maintain full scorecard archives for fans who want to review specific overs or player performances in detail (ESPNcricinfo Match Report).

Washington Sundar smashed a six off Marcus Stoinis to take Gujarat Titans home in a last-over thriller. — NDTV Sports Match Report

Holder and Washington star in Gujarat Titans’ nervy last-over win. — ESPNcricinfo Match Report

For PBKS, the path forward is clear: address the death-over bowling that cost them 14 runs in Rashid Khan’s final over and restore confidence before fixtures against top-table contenders. For GT, the challenge is different — sustaining this trajectory through the second half of IPL 2026 when fatigue and rotation testing deepen the squad’s depth.