The 5th match of IPL 2025 between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Gujarat Titans (GT) was an electrifying contest held on March 25, 2025, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
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Match Overview
- Result: Punjab Kings won by 11 runs.
- Player of the Match: Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) for his brilliant 97* off 42 balls.
Match Info
- PBKS Innings: 243/5 in 20 overs.
- Top Performers: Shreyas Iyer (97* off 42 balls), Priyansh Arya (47 off 28 balls), and Shashank Singh (44* off 16 balls).
- GT Innings: 232/5 in 20 overs.
- Top Performers: Sai Sudharsan (74 off 41 balls), Jos Buttler (54 off 30 balls), and Sherfane Rutherford (46 off 22 balls).
Squads
- Punjab Kings: Shreyas Iyer (c), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, and others.
- Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Sai Sudharsan, and others.
Venue Guide
- Stadium: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
- Known for its high-scoring matches and dew factor influencing the second innings.
Live Streaming Guide
- TV Channels: Star Sports Network.
- Online Streaming: JioCinema and Hotstar.
Key Players to Watch
- PBKS: Shreyas Iyer and Glenn Maxwell for their batting prowess.
- GT: Sai Sudharsan and Rashid Khan for their impactful performances.
Head-to-Head Record
- PBKS and GT have faced each other 4 times in IPL history.
- PBKS Wins: 3
- GT Wins: 1
Weather and Pitch Conditions
- Weather: Clear skies with temperatures in the mid-20s. Dew played a significant role in the second innings.
- Pitch: Batting-friendly with some assistance for spinners.
Conclusion
This match was a high-scoring thriller, with Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy knock leading Punjab Kings to a memorable victory. Gujarat Titans fought valiantly but fell short in the chase.