IPL 2026: GT vs PBKS, Match 46: Stats preview of players' records and approaching milestones

The Gujarat Titans host the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 46 of the 2026 Indian Premier League at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The Titans return to action at home after a four-wicket victory over the defending champions, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. They bowled RCB out for 155 courtesy a brilliant performance with the ball. They were dented in the chase by consistent wickets, but were able to make their way through with four wickets in hand. They sit in fifth place on the points table with five wins in nine matches, and at ten points sit in a position to make a late push for the playoffs.

The Punjab Kings were handed their first loss by the Rajasthan Royals, where they chased down a total of 223. They reached 222 courtesy of a late 22-ball 62 from Marcus Stoinis, but were unable to defend the total as the Royals started their innings in fine fashion, and Donovan Ferreira finished the game with an unbeaten half-century. They sit in first place on the table, with 13 points from eight matches. They will be hoping to seal a berth at the top to increase their chances of a playoff spot.

The two teams met in their opening match on March 31, where the Kings emerged victorious. The Titans scored 162/6 in their innings. The Kings lost their way in the chase with wickets in the back end, but Cooper Connolly on debut scored a brilliant 72 off 44 balls and remained unbeaten to take the Kings home. 

Here are the top upcoming stats and milestones from Match 49:

Gujarat Titans (GT):

• Sai Sudharsan: 50th IPL match
• Jos Buttler: Needs 5 fours for 1300 T20 fours
• Jos Buttler: Needs 71 runs for 4500 T20 runs
• Shahrukh Khan: Needs 68 runs for 1500 T20 runs
• Rahul Tewatia: Needs 1 four for 200 T20 fours
• Rahul Tewatia: Needs 2 fours for 100 IPL fours
• Jason Holder: 50th IPL Match
• Mohammed Siraj: Needs 5 wickets for 200 T20 wickets

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

• Shreyas Iyer: Needs 113 runs for 7000 T20 runs
• Nehal Wadhera: Need 3 fours for 100 T20 fours
• Marco Jansen: Needs 9 wickets for 50 IPL wickets
• Lockie Ferguson: Needs 5 wickets for 250 T20 wickets
• Yuzvendra Chahal: Needs 9 wickets for 400 T20 wickets