NEW DELHI: In the upcoming IPL match between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, the Kings' batters will face a new challenge as they go up against Titans' bowling unit, known for its ability to vary pace on the slightly tricky Motera track.
Having suffered defeats in their last two away games, Punjab Kings cannot afford another slip-up, as momentum tends to shift rapidly in the fast-paced tournament. Titans, buoyed by their comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, enter the match with confidence, aiming to capitalize on their recent success.
In their previous encounter, Punjab Kings struggled against Mayank Yadav's raw pace, highlighting their vulnerability to express fast bowling. However, Titans' veteran Mohit Sharma presents a contrasting proposition with his array of variations, including knuckle balls, slow bouncers, and wide yorkers.
The trend in this year's IPL suggests that bowlers who can effectively vary pace have enjoyed greater success, posing a unique challenge for Kings' batters who prefer a quicker pace on the ball.
Punjab Kings' bowling woes, particularly in the death overs, have been a cause for concern, with key players like Harshal Patel and Rahul Chahar struggling for consistency.
In contrast, Titans have shown promise with their disciplined bowling performances, even against formidable opponents like Chennai Super Kings.
Here's everything you need to know about the IPL 2024 match between GT and PBKS:What: Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings, IPL 2024, Match 17
When: April 4 (Thursday)
Where: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Time:The Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT) with toss taking place half an hour prior to the match.
Where to watch:Live stream/telecast on Jio Cinema and Star Sports Network respectively
Where to follow Live: https://thetimesofindia.online/sports
Also Read: How to watch IPL 2024 live in USA, Canada and MENA regionSquads:Punjab Kings Squad: Shikhar Dhawan(c), Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Rilee Rossouw, Tanay Thyagarajan, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Chris Woakes, Rishi Dhawan, Sikandar Raza, Ashutosh Sharma, Atharva Taide, Nathan Ellis, Shivam Singh, Prince Choudhary, Vishwanath Singh
Also Check: IPL POINTS TABLE | IPL SCHEDULEGujarat Titans Squad: Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill(c), Sai Sudharsan, Vijay Shankar, David Miller, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Umesh Yadav, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Darshan Nalkande, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Sharath BR, Manav Suthar, Abhinav Manohar, Matthew Wade, Kane Williamson, Jayant Yadav, Sandeep Warrier, Shahrukh Khan, Joshua Little, Kartik Tyagi, Spencer Johnson, Sushant Mishra
(Inputs from IANS)
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