✍️ Introduction
The IPL 2025 is heating up, and all eyes are now on Match 5, where Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the grand Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With both teams eager to make a statement early in the tournament, this clash promises to be a thrilling encounter. GT, led by the dynamic Shubman Gill, will be looking to dominate with their all-round firepower, while PBKS, under the leadership of the experienced Shikhar Dhawan, will aim to display their aggressive brand of cricket. With star players like Rashid Khan, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, and Hardik Pandya in action, fans can expect fireworks on the field.
📅 Match Details
- Match: 5
- Teams: Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Date: March 24, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Live Streaming: Star Sports & JioCinema
🏟️ Ground Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
- Pitch Report:
- The Ahmedabad pitch is known for being batting-friendly, but spinners could play a role in the middle overs. Pacers will get some swing early on, making the powerplay crucial.
- Average Score: 170-180 runs in the first innings.
- Weather Report:
- Clear skies with temperatures around 28-32°C.
- Dew is expected in the second innings, which could make bowling challenging.
🔥 Head-to-Head Record (GT vs PBKS)
- Total Matches: 3
- Gujarat Titans (GT) Wins: 2
- Punjab Kings (PBKS) Wins: 1
- Last Match:
- PBKS defeated GT by 4 wickets.
- Sam Curran’s all-round performance was the highlight.
🚀 Recent Form
✅ Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Last 5 Matches: W, W, L, W, L
- Key Players in Form:
- Shubman Gill: Averaging 45+ in the last 5 matches.
- Rashid Khan: 8 wickets in the last 5 matches with an economy under 6.
✅ Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Last 5 Matches: L, W, L, L, W
- Key Players in Form:
- Sam Curran: 150+ runs and 5 wickets in the last 5 games.
- Arshdeep Singh: Consistent in the powerplay with early wickets.
🚀 Probable Playing 11
✅ Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Wriddhiman Saha (WK)
- Sai Sudharsan
- David Miller
- Hardik Pandya
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Vijay Shankar
- Mohit Sharma
- Mohammed Shami
- Noor Ahmad
✅ Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Shikhar Dhawan (C)
- Jonny Bairstow (WK)
- Liam Livingstone
- Jitesh Sharma
- Sam Curran
- Shahrukh Khan
- Harpreet Brar
- Rahul Chahar
- Arshdeep Singh
- Nathan Ellis
- Kagiso Rabada
💥 Dream 11 Fantasy Team Prediction
| Category | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeepers | Jonny Bairstow, Wriddhiman Saha |
| Batters | Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Shikhar Dhawan |
| All-rounders | Hardik Pandya, Sam Curran (VC) |
| Bowlers | Rashid Khan, Mohammed Shami, Kagiso Rabada |
⭐ Captain: Shubman Gill
⭐ Vice-Captain: Sam Curran
⚡ Key Players & Strategies
| Team | Key Player | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | Shubman Gill | Anchor the innings, power in the death overs |
| Rashid Khan | Spin magic in the middle overs | |
| Punjab Kings | Sam Curran | All-round contribution |
| Jonny Bairstow | Aggressive start in the powerplay |
📊 Key Stats & Records
| Match-Up | Stats |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill vs Kagiso Rabada | 68 runs off 45 balls, dismissed twice |
| Sam Curran vs Rashid Khan | 32 runs off 18 balls, dismissed once |
| Most Sixes in H2H Matches | Liam Livingstone – 8 sixes |
| Best Bowling Figures | Rashid Khan – 3/21 in the last encounter |
🏆 Match Prediction
| Team | Winning Chances | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 55% | Strong bowling lineup, balanced batting |
| Punjab Kings | 45% | Explosive batting, aggressive middle order |
💥 Dream 11 Fantasy Teams for GT vs PBKS – IPL 2025 Match 5
✅ Team 1 – Balanced Combination (Safe Pick)
(Ideal for Head-to-Head & Small Leagues)
🔹 Wicketkeepers:
- Jonny Bairstow (PBKS)
- Wriddhiman Saha (GT)
🔹 Batters:
- Shubman Gill (C) (GT)
- Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS)
- Sai Sudharsan (GT)
- David Miller (GT)
🔹 All-rounders:
- Sam Curran (VC) (PBKS)
- Hardik Pandya (GT)
🔹 Bowlers:
- Rashid Khan (GT)
- Kagiso Rabada (PBKS)
- Mohammed Shami (GT)
⭐ Captain: Shubman Gill
⭐ Vice-Captain: Sam Curran
🔥 Team 2 – Power Hitters & Death Bowlers Focus
(Ideal for Grand Leagues)
🔹 Wicketkeepers:
- Jonny Bairstow (PBKS)
🔹 Batters:
- Shubman Gill (GT)
- Liam Livingstone (PBKS)
- Shikhar Dhawan (VC) (PBKS)
- David Miller (GT)
🔹 All-rounders:
- Hardik Pandya (C) (GT)
- Sam Curran (PBKS)
🔹 Bowlers:
- Rashid Khan (GT)
- Kagiso Rabada (PBKS)
- Noor Ahmad (GT)
- Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)
⭐ Captain: Hardik Pandya
⭐ Vice-Captain: Shikhar Dhawan
⚡ Team 3 – All-Rounder Heavy
(Balanced for Both Small & Grand Leagues)
🔹 Wicketkeepers:
- Jonny Bairstow (PBKS)
- Wriddhiman Saha (GT)
🔹 Batters:
- Shubman Gill (C) (GT)
- Sai Sudharsan (GT)
- Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS)
🔹 All-rounders:
- Hardik Pandya (GT)
- Sam Curran (VC) (PBKS)
- Liam Livingstone (PBKS)
🔹 Bowlers:
- Rashid Khan (GT)
- Mohammed Shami (GT)
- Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)
⭐ Captain: Shubman Gill
⭐ Vice-Captain: Sam Curran
🚀 Team 4 – High-Risk, High-Reward (Differential Picks)
(Best for Grand Leagues)
🔹 Wicketkeepers:
- Jitesh Sharma (PBKS)
🔹 Batters:
- Shubman Gill (GT)
- Liam Livingstone (VC) (PBKS)
- Sai Sudharsan (GT)
- David Miller (GT)
🔹 All-rounders:
- Hardik Pandya (GT)
- Sam Curran (PBKS)
- Rahul Tewatia (GT)
🔹 Bowlers:
- Rashid Khan (C) (GT)
- Kagiso Rabada (PBKS)
- Mohit Sharma (GT)
⭐ Captain: Rashid Khan
⭐ Vice-Captain: Liam Livingstone
✅ Pro Tip:
- For small leagues, go with Team 1 or Team 3 (safe and balanced).
- For grand leagues, pick Team 2 or Team 4 (high-risk, high-reward).
- Choose captains and vice-captains strategically – all-rounders offer better fantasy potential due to their dual role.
