In a thrilling IPL 2026 encounter, Punjab Kings triumphed over Gujarat Titans by three wickets, securing a win at the Maharaja Yadvindra Singh PCA Stadium on March 31, 2026.
Cooper Connolly played a match-winning knock on his IPL debut, scoring an unbeaten 72 off 44 balls, guiding Punjab to victory with five balls to spare. The game was a roller-coaster, with the Gujarat Titans making a strong comeback led by Prasidh Krishna, who bowled brilliantly to keep the match alive. However, Connolly's calm and composed performance, along with some key contributions from Xavier Bartlett and Marco Jansen, saw Punjab cross the line.
Scorecard:
- Punjab Kings: 165/7 (19.1 overs)
- Gujarat Titans: 162/6 (20 overs)
- Punjab Kings won by 3 wickets.
The match began with the Gujarat Titans batting first and posting a competitive total of 162/6. Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler were the top scorers for GT, but the Punjab bowlers, led by Vyshak Vijaykumar, kept the pressure on throughout the innings.
As Punjab Kings chased the target, the match saw a dramatic collapse, but Connolly's resilience at the crease proved crucial, ensuring a narrow but memorable win for his team.
