The IPL 2026 clash between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans is set to take place on March 31 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in Mullanpur, with both teams aiming to start strong. Having enjoyed successful campaigns last season, both sides are once again seen as strong contenders for the playoffs.
Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, will look to build on their runner-up finish, while Gujarat Titans, captained by Shubman Gill, will aim to go further after falling short in the eliminator last year. Their previous meeting in 2025 saw Punjab edge Gujarat in a high-scoring thriller.
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The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 7:00 PM IST. Fans can catch the live telecast on the Star Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
With both teams boasting balanced squads featuring international stars and emerging talent, the encounter promises to be a closely fought contest. The head-to-head record is evenly poised, with both sides having won three matches each, adding further intrigue to the contest.
