IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Edge Past Gujarat Titans in Nail-Biting Finish

New Chandigarh, March 31: In a thrilling encounter of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, Punjab Kings held their nerve to defeat Gujarat Titans by 3 wickets at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Chasing a competitive target of 163, Punjab Kings crossed the finish line in 19.1 overs after a tense final phase. The match witnessed momentum swings, with Gujarat Titans putting up a strong fight through disciplined bowling despite a modest total on the board. Earlier, Gujarat Titans posted 162 in their allotted 20 overs, building their innings through steady contributions but failing to accelerate significantly in the death overs. Punjab’s bowling unit managed crucial breakthroughs at regular intervals to keep the opposition in check. In response, Punjab Kings displayed composure under pressure. Despite losing wickets at key moments, their middle-order resilience ensured the chase stayed on track. The match went down to the wire before Punjab sealed victory with just five balls remaining. The win gives Punjab Kings a valuable boost early in the tournament, while Gujarat Titans will look to bounce back after a closely fought contest.