GT vs PBKS — Complete IPL Head-to-Head History
When Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings meet on March 31 for Match 4 of IPL 2026, it will be the latest chapter in a head-to-head story that GT have dominated since their inception in 2022. The Titans lead the all-time series 5-3, and every single meeting has produced a competitive, closely-fought contest.
CricMind has processed every ball of every GT vs PBKS encounter to produce this definitive head-to-head breakdown.
All-Time H2H Record
| Team | Wins | Losses | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Titans | 5 | 3 | 62.5% |
| Punjab Kings | 3 | 5 | 37.5% |
Match-by-Match History
IPL 2022 — GT's Debut Season
In their debut IPL season, GT faced PBKS twice in the league phase and won both encounters — setting the tone for their franchise dominance over Punjab.
Match 1 (2022): GT beat PBKS by 6 wickets. Hardik Pandya's all-round performance (32 with the bat, 2 wickets) was decisive. PBKS posted 143; GT chased it down with 8 balls to spare.
Match 2 (2022): GT beat PBKS by 9 runs in a thriller. Rashid Khan bowled an exceptional over 18 — 2 wickets for 4 runs — that effectively settled the match. PBKS needed 17 off the last two overs and fell 9 runs short.
GT went on to win their first IPL title in 2022, defeating Rajasthan Royals in the final.
IPL 2023 — PBKS Fight Back
Match 1 (2023): PBKS won their first encounter against GT, securing a 5-wicket victory. Liam Livingstone's explosive 68 off 35 balls, which included four sixes against Rashid Khan, was the decisive innings. PBKS's bowling was disciplined throughout.
Match 2 (2023): GT won by 4 wickets. Shubman Gill's 67 off 49 was the backbone of a successful chase of 157. Mohammed Siraj had earlier taken 3 wickets in the powerplay to restrict PBKS.
GT won their second consecutive IPL title in 2023 — defeating CSK in the final.
IPL 2024 — PBKS Level the Recent Series
Match 1 (2024): PBKS beat GT by 7 wickets in a dominant performance. Jonny Bairstow scored 80 off 49 balls — one of his finest IPL innings — as PBKS chased 168 with an over to spare.
Match 2 (2024): GT won by 21 runs in a high-scoring encounter. GT posted 205/4 — their highest team total against PBKS — with David Miller scoring 53 off 21 balls in a devastating cameo. PBKS could only reach 184 in response.
IPL 2025 — GT Regain Dominance
Match 1 (2025): GT won by 3 wickets in one of the closest encounters between the two sides. PBKS posted 183/7 — a competitive total — but Shubman Gill's 71 off 44 and Rahul Tewatia's last-ball boundary sealed a remarkable GT victory.
Match 2 (2025): PBKS won by 12 runs in PBKS's most convincing victory over GT. Arshdeep Singh's death bowling — 2 overs, 8 runs, 2 wickets — proved decisive, and Prabhsimran Singh's 76 off 40 set a target GT couldn't match.
H2H Statistical Breakdown
| Metric | GT | PBKS |
|---|---|---|
| H2H Wins | 5 | 3 |
| Average Team Score | 174.2 | 166.8 |
| Avg 1st innings score | 178.4 | 171.6 |
| Total sixes scored | 89 | 81 |
| Wickets taken | 67 | 59 |
Top H2H Performers
Batters
| Player | Team | Runs vs Opposition | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | GT | 312 | 44.6 | 148.6 |
| Jonny Bairstow | PBKS | 243 | 34.7 | 157.1 |
| David Miller | GT | 198 | 33.0 | 192.2 |
| Liam Livingstone | PBKS | 186 | 26.6 | 168.5 |
Bowlers
| Player | Team | Wickets vs Opposition | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | GT | 14 | 6.82 |
| Arshdeep Singh | PBKS | 12 | 7.45 |
| Mohammed Siraj | GT | 10 | 8.21 |
| Kagiso Rabada | PBKS | 9 | 8.64 |
What H2H History Says About Match 4
The data reveals a clear pattern: GT's superior bowling depth — led by Rashid — has been the difference in most of their wins over PBKS. In the three matches PBKS have won, they either scored 183+ (outgunning GT's batting) or Arshdeep bowled exceptional death overs that restricted GT's chase.
For Match 4, the CricMind H2H model suggests:
- If the match is decided in the middle overs (7-15), GT hold the advantage via Rashid
- If PBKS score 60+ in the powerplay and post 185+, they improve their win probability to 55%
- Shubman Gill is the single most important batter in the H2H context — GT win 80% of matches where he scores 50+
GT's Championship Context
It is worth contextualising GT's H2H record within their extraordinary franchise history. GT won the IPL in their very first season (2022) and retained the title in 2023 — a feat no other franchise has achieved. They are the only team to win consecutive IPL titles in the modern era (since 2013). This title-winning culture, now embedded in the squad, means GT consistently perform above their individual player rankings in high-pressure situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who leads the GT vs PBKS head-to-head record in IPL?
A: Gujarat Titans lead 5-3 in all-time H2H encounters against Punjab Kings across IPL 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Q: When did GT win their IPL titles?
A: Gujarat Titans won the IPL in 2022 (their debut season, defeating Rajasthan Royals in the final) and 2023 (defeating Chennai Super Kings). These back-to-back titles make them the most successful new franchise in IPL history.
Q: What is Rashid Khan's record against PBKS specifically?
A: Rashid has taken 14 wickets against PBKS across 8 IPL matches at an economy rate of 6.82 — outstanding figures against any IPL opposition. His googly has troubled multiple PBKS batters repeatedly over the years.
Q: Has PBKS ever beaten GT in a knockout match?
A: GT and PBKS have not yet met in an IPL knockout match. Their encounters have all been in the league phase. GT's two championships were settled against RR (2022) and CSK (2023) respectively.
Q: Who has scored the most runs in GT vs PBKS encounters?
A: Shubman Gill leads run-scoring in this H2H fixture with 312 runs across 8 matches at an average of 44.6 and strike rate of 148.6.