Punjab Kings (PBKS) host Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 4 of IPL 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
Last season’s finalists PBKS take on the 2022 champions GT in what is the IPL 2026 opener for both teams. PBKS lost the IPL 2025 final to RCB by just 6 runs, while GT were knocked out in the Eliminator by MI. Both enter this season with unfinished business.
Shreyas Iyer leads a PBKS side that has retained almost its entire 2025 squad, banking on continuity. Shubman Gill captains a GT squad with arguably the strongest pace attack in the tournament: Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Prasidh Krishna.
PBKS vs GT IPL 2026 Match 4: Quick Details
| Aspect | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | PBKS vs GT, IPL 2026 Match 4 |
| Date | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports 2 HD/SD (English) + Star Sports 1 Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada (+ HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
| Live Streaming (South Africa) | SuperSport / DStv App |
How to Watch PBKS vs GT Live in India
On TV: The Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 matches live. For this match, Star Sports 2 HD/SD carries the English commentary. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada commentary available on dedicated Star Sports channels. Accessible on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive streaming platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). You can also get JioHotstar bundled with Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
JioHotstar streams in 12 languages with features like MaxView, multi-cam angles, and a vertical live feed for mobile users.
Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
PBKS’s home ground in New Chandigarh is still a relatively new IPL venue, but it has already produced some memorable matches.
The pitch offers a balanced surface. Batters enjoy the initial bounce, while fast bowlers can swing the new ball. As the ball gets older, spinners come into play effectively. Scores between 180-190 have been competitive here, and only 8 out of 35 T20 innings at this ground have crossed 200.
Fun fact: PBKS successfully defended just 112 against KKR at this venue last season. So this pitch can throw up surprises in both directions.
Weather conditions on March 31 are expected to be mainly clear with no rain forecast. The dew factor could play a role in the second innings, potentially favouring the chasing side.
PBKS vs GT Match 4 Prediction
This is a genuinely close contest on paper. Both teams reached the IPL 2025 playoffs, and both have retained strong squads.
PBKS have the home advantage and a more settled lineup. GT have the stronger bowling attack but could miss Lockie Ferguson-level firepower from the PBKS side too.
The head-to-head is dead even at 3-3, and the pattern of alternating wins adds unpredictability. If the pitch plays true, expect totals around 180-200 from both sides. The toss could be crucial, with the team bowling first historically enjoying more success in this fixture.
Final Thoughts: Watch PBKS vs GT Clash on Star Sports Network and Jio Hotstar
PBKS vs GT kicks off both teams’ IPL 2026 campaigns at 7:30 PM IST on Tuesday, March 31. Watch on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
Last season’s finalists against the 2022 champions. Iyer’s 97* revenge narrative, GT’s triple-pace threat, and Chahal vs Rashid in the spin battle. This one has fireworks written all over it.
