PBKS vs GT in Match 18 of IPL 2023 promises to be a high-octane encounter as the two teams are set to face each other. Punjab Kings have had a good start to their campaign.
Meanwhile, the Titans are confident after a blistering start to their season and are eager to maintain their winning streak.
With some of the best players in T20 cricket donning their respective jerseys, the match promises to display explosive batting, thundering pace, and swirling spin. It will be a high-intensity game as both teams look to stamp their authority and climb up the IPL table.
Team Analysis PBKS vs GT
PBKS, formerly known as Kings XI Punjab, is a team with a rich history in the IPL. They may not have claimed the title yet, but they have shown flashes of brilliance throughout their journey. PBKS has reached the playoffs twice and made it to the finals in 2014, where they fell short against Kolkata Knight Riders.
The Kings have a batting lineup that can strike fear into any opposition. Led by the experienced Shikhar Dhawan, the team has some impressive overseas players who are dangerous with the bat. PBKS was involved in a highly competitive bidding war for the talented English all-rounder Sam Curran, who has strengthened their already formidable lineup.
PBKS also boasts a pace bowling attack that can give nightmares to any batting unit. Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh lead the charge and have proved to be a potent weapons on many matches.
PBKS Players List for PBKS vs GT match
This list has PBKS squad: both Indian and overseas.
- Shikhar Dhawan (Captain)
- Vidwath Kaverappa
- Shivam Singh
- Sikandar Raza
- Sam Curran
- Nathan Ellis
- Liam Livingstone
- Kagiso Rabada
- Jonny Bairstow
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Jitesh Sharma
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Harpreet Brar
- Harpreet Singh Bhatia
- Baltej Dhanda
- Shahrukh Khan
- Rishi Dhawan
- Raj Angad Bawa
- Rahul Chahar
- Mohit Rathee
- Atharva Taide
- Arshdeep Singh
On the other hand, Gujarat Titans are riding high on their victory against the mighty Chennai Super Kings. The Titans are oozing confidently with an all-around performance from Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Shami, and Vijay Shankar. Gill’s explosive fifty in just 30 balls set the tone for the match, while Rashid Khan proved his worth by dismissing Moeen Ali and Ben Stokes.
With the likes of Rashid Khan and Mohammed Shami, they have a deadly combination of pace and spin that keeps the runs in check and takes wickets at crucial intervals.
GT Players List for PBKS vs GT match
Here’s the GT squad for the IPL 2023 fixture against PBKS
- Hardik Pandya (captain)
- Rahul Tewatia
- Joshua Little
- R Sai Kishore
- Urvil Patel
- Matthew Wade
- David Miller
- Yash Dayal
- Wriddhiman Saha
- Vijay Shankar
- Alzarri Joseph
- Jayant Yadav
- Odean Smith
- Abhinav Manohar
- Joshua Little
- KS Bharat
- Shivam Mavi
- Shubman Gill
- Pradeep Sangwan
- B Sai Sudharsan
- Darshan Nalkande
- Noor Ahmad
- Mohit Sharma
- Mohammad Shami
- Rashid Khan
Head-to-Head – PBKS vs GT
In the past encounters between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, both teams have displayed their fierce competitive spirit and claimed one victory each, leaving their head-to-head record hanging in the balance.
IPL Stats – PBKS vs GT
- Most Runs: Shikhar Dhawan – 460 runs (PBKS); Hardik Pandya – 487 runs (GT)
- Highest Wickets: Kagiso Rabada – 23 wickets (PBKS); Mohammed Shami – 20 wickets (GT)
- Most Sixes: Liam Livingstone – 34 sixes (PBKS); David Miller – 23 sixes (GT)
Final Thoughts on PBKS vs GT
As we look forward to this exciting encounter between PBKS and GT, it remains to be seen whether GT will continue its good form or if PBKS can turn things around. The battle of supremacy between these two talented teams promises to be a thrilling spectacle for cricket fans worldwide.
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