PBKS vs GT Match Preview
The Kings remain in pursuit of a maiden Indian Premier League title. The Titans are trying to repeat their title-winning success from 2022.When these two teams faced each other earlier in the 2024 IPL, Punjab won. This should be an intriguing rematch.
Punjab's England stars Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone are worth naming in your Dream11 team. Curran is the Kings' captain and among the best all-rounders in the tournament. Curran might open the batting again and the Kings could deploy Livingstone in the middle order or as a late-innings finisher.
The Kings also have one of the best fast bowlers in the IPL - you, too, can pick Kagiso Rabada. The South African pace ace has already collected 10 wickets this season for Punjab. He knows how to succeed in home conditions for his IPL franchise.
Titans captain Shubman Gill should certainly be in your Dream11 team, too. The last time he played against the Titans, Gill hit a match-winning 89 not out. He will be hard pressed against an opposition bowling attack eager to get the better of him, quickly, this time.
For a world-class all-rounder from the Titans' team, look no further than Rashid Khan. He has won matches for them with the ball and bat. Khan is one of the best leg-spinners in world cricket. Conditions in Mullanpur could really suit him. Extra bounce and turn is anticipated at this venue.
For a solid seamer, who isn't necessarily an outright pace option, Mohit Sharma is your man. He has plenty of experience and will probably be used as an impact player again. Sharma has clever slower balls and other variations in his offering. Anticipate a big showing from him.
Weather Report
No rain is forecast in Mullanpur on matchday. Hot and humid conditions are expected. The team to win the toss will almost certainly opt to field first.
Pitch Report
A first-innings total of 180-plus can be considered competitive at this ground. Both teams will probably select two specialist spinners. They might even open the bowling with one of them.
Notable stats
Rabada in form
Rabada has taken at least one wicket in each of his first seven matches in this season's IPL. He has taken two wickets on three occasions. One of those braces was against the Titans earlier this month.
Team News
The Kings might select Rilee Rossouw ahead of Jonny Bairstow again. Whether the Titans retain David Miller in their middle order remains in the balance.
PBKS vs GT Probable 11
PBKS Playing 11
- Sam Curran (C)
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Rilee Rossouw
- Liam Livingstone
- Harpreet Singh
- Shashank Singh
- Jitesh Sharma (Wk)
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Harpreet Brar
- Harshal Patel
- Kagiso Rabada
GT Playing 11
- Wriddhiman Saha (Wk)
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Sai Sudharsan
- David Miller
- Abhinav Manohar
- Rahul Tewatia
- Masood Shahrukh Khan
- Rashid Khan
- Mohit Sharma
- Noor Ahmad
- Spencer Johnson
Dream11 Prediction
Punjab have homeground advantage and a relatively in-form bowling unit. They should be Gujarat, who need more from their bowlers and batters.
Top Picks
Shubman Gill: Selecting the Gujarat captain in your Dream11 is a must; he can offer good value.
Sam Curran: Also pick the Punjab captain, whose value with bat and ball can be outstanding.
Rashid Khan: For another superb all-rounder, go for the Titans and Afghanistan star.
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: Wriddhiman Saha
Batters: Shubman Gill (VC), Shashank Singh, Sai Sudharsan, Rilee Rossouw
All-rounders: Sam Curran (C), Liam Livingstone
Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Harshal Patel, Mohit Sharma
