The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad witnessed a high-octane cricket spectacle on Sunday. Gujarat Titans (GT) won a breathtaking 4-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) In his 46th match IPL 2026 season. In a contest that swung like a pendulum, GT managed to hold their nerve till the end of the game, successfully chasing down the target of 164 and consolidating their position in the points table.
Jason Holder’s 4-fer derails the PBKS batting line-up in the first innings
Win the toss and pick the trophy, Shubman Gills decision was immediately confirmed by his tempo battery. The Kings of Punjab got off to a disastrous start as they were defeated Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly the first three deliveries of the match for the ducks, courtesy of a fiery opening spell Muhammad Siraj (2/28). When Prabhsimran Singh fell Kagiso Rabada in the powerplay, PBKS were reeling at 35/3.
However, the middle parts belonged to the whole Jason Holder. The powerful West Indian all-rounder produced a masterclass in disciplined seam bowling, finishing with remarkable figures of 4/24 in his quota of 4 overs. He was the first to break the owner’s resistance Shreyas Iyer (19) and Nehal Wadhera (0) in quick succession, leaving the PBKS middle order in tatters at 47/5.
Live counter attack Suryansh ShedgeHe hit a quick 57 and a steady 40 off 29 balls (including 4 fours and 4 sixes). Marcus Stoinisbriefly threatened to take the game away from GT. However, Holder returned to remove the dangerous Stoinis and Xavier Bartlett On the 18th, it effectively stopped the momentum. Despite a late cameo from Marco Jansen (20), PBKS finished on 163/9, a total that looked competitive but perhaps 15 runs short given the conditions.
Sai Sudharsan’s composed innings led GT to an emphatic victory over PBKS
The chase was far from a walk in the park for the Gujarat Titans. Skipper Gill departed early for just 5 but the innings found its anchor Sai Sudharsan. The young left-hander played a mature and calculated 57 off 41 balls, with five boundaries and a powerful six.
Sudharsan found capable partners If Buttler (26) and Nishant Sindhu (15), building partnerships that keep the required business momentum at bay. 15 passed after Sudharsan’s dismissal Vijay Kumar Vishak, the match entered the tense final stage. Veteran at 124/4 Washington Sundar assumed his duties. Sundar’s unbeaten 23-ball 40 proved to be the clinical edge GT needed.
The drama reached its climax in the final bowled by Stoinis. 12 runs required from last six balls and after losing Jason Holdenfor r (5). Arshdeep Singh before the end, the pressure was great. Arshad Khan (8*) and Sundar converted the strike brilliantly to reduce the tie to 3 runs needed from 2 balls. Sundar kept his composure and dropped a ball to ensure victory at 167/6.
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Here’s how the fans reacted:
A thrilling final as Gujarat Titans beat Punjab Kings 💪#IPL2026 #GTvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/MUuoQi9UnQ
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) May 3, 2026
Excellent half century by this sir consistent Sai Sudharshan. His composure and maturity levels are absolutely amazing.
— Prasanna (@prasannalara) May 3, 2026
2/29(4) and RCB.
4/24(4) and PBKS.JASON HOLDER vs TWO BEST BATTING LINES OF IPL 2026 😍 pic.twitter.com/lblhBbdtYP
– Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 3, 2026
Brilliant fifty by Sai Sudharsan against PBKS in 37 balls.#pbksvsgt pic.twitter.com/bS9fXnpn6L
— Ayush Singh (@AyushSingh4173) May 3, 2026
Sai Sudharsa has unreal consistency. He Scores Runs Very Easily. Need to Invest in a PR Agency Immediately to Get a Place in Team India pic.twitter.com/4lYDLLCDpV
— Aryan Goel 2.0 (@AryanGoelNew) May 3, 2026
🚨SAI SUDARSHAN RANGE 🚨
73(44) and RR
100(58) and RCB
87(46) vs CSK
57(41) and PBKSSai Sudharsan this IPL: 73, 100, 87, 57
Whenever set, GT gains control. Compatibility with pure class. 🔥 #IPL2026 #PBKSvsGT #GTvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/LY6ttyL3xj— KRIK-MATE👑 (@krik90mate) May 3, 2026
Most 50+ Scorers at 24 in IPL 24 – Shubman Gill (100 inngs) 20 – Yashasvi Jaiswal (76 inngs) 18 – Sai Sudharsan (50 inngs)* 16 – Rishabh Pant (97 inngs) 15 – Ishan Kishan (8)#GTvsPBKS #PBKSvsGT pic.twitter.com/510KYN9pJP
— Mufaddal Shailu (@Shailu_15Jul) May 3, 2026
Sai Sudharsan continues his consistent form with yet another key hit
GT closes in on the target in pursuit#GTvsPBKS #IPL2026 #cricketpic.twitter.com/J1MUCugdh3
— MK Sharma ✍️ (@EmediaManoj) May 3, 2026
Jason Holder had a great performance with the ball 🔥
🎯 4/24 — pure control, precision and dominance
He led from the front, breaking key partnerships and keeping the opposition under pressure. #JasonHolder | #cricket #TATAIPL2026 | #GTvPBKS pic.twitter.com/a0mWxqdwve
— gameyaad (@gameyaad) May 3, 2026
🔥 Jason Holder Gets BEST Bowling Figures in IPL History!
The owner gets **4/24** against Punjab Kings and completely demolishes the PBKS batting unit!
Perfect match-defining bowling magic by the all-rounder 💪
Holder is absolutely on fire this IPL season!
What a… pic.twitter.com/O0Bm96zJhO
— True Vector (@TrueVector33) May 3, 2026
JASON HOLDER – 4/24 (4). 🙇
– She takes Shreya.
– He takes Wadhera.
– He takes Stoinis.
– Takes a bralette.What fantastic magic by *Jason Holder*! pic.twitter.com/Nw8jFdD4ac
— Chennai (@memeschennai) May 3, 2026
What is Jason Holder trying to do…?pic.twitter.com/ELisq7ttub
— Surendra Yadav (@surendraYadav22) May 3, 2026
#Jason Catch the West Indian Goat !!
What a game he is showing for GT this season!
He is a perfect match for GT, be it bowling or a true all-rounder, he needs GT!!! pic.twitter.com/HfHNtkaQUs
— TUSHAR KUMAR (@Web3Tushar) May 3, 2026
Brilliant bowling from Jason Holder against Punjab Kings. pic.twitter.com/XhjZFvlrSm
— Surendra Yadav (@surendraYadav22) May 3, 2026
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