PBKS Playing XI vs GT IPL 2025: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set for another thrilling encounter as Punjab Kings (PBKS) take on Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 5 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Tuesday, March 25.
Punjab Kings enter the season with a fresh leadership setup, appointing Shreyas Iyer as captain and Ricky Ponting as head coach. With a revamped squad, PBKS will aim for a strong start to their campaign after finishing ninth last season.
Let’s take a look at PBKS’s probable Playing XI against GT for this crucial clash
Punjab Kings (PBKS) Playing XI vs GT – IPL 2025
Openers: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya
PBKS is likely to field a new opening pair with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya. Prabhsimran had an impressive IPL 2024, while Arya, a Delhi Premier League sensation, will be making his IPL debut.
Arya had finished the tournament as the highest run-scorer, scoring 608 runs in 10 innings while opening the innings. During the same tournament, he also hit six sixes in an over. Arya will now be looking to show his worth in the IPL as well.
Middle-Order & All-rounders: Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis
Captain Shreyas Iyer will be one of the most important batsmen in the Punjab Kings lineup. With form on his side, Iyer will be keen to lead from the front and further enhance his reputation as a captain. After guiding Kolkata Knight Riders to the trophy last year, Iyer will be eyeing a similar impact with the Punjab-based outfit too.
Glenn Maxwell is back with PBKS and he will be looking to make his comeback a memorable one. More than a decade ago, it was his prowess with the bat that helped PBKS qualify for their first-ever final. It was also the season that truly announced Maxwell’s arrival in the IPL. The Australia star would be eyeing a similar impact this season too.
The other middle-order option in the PBKS Playing 11 is set to be Shashank Singh, one of the very few positives for PBKS in an otherwise disappointing last season. Shashank had a breakthrough season with the bat and PBKS eventually decided to retain him. He will be looking to prove that the season was not a fluke by delivering with the bat once again.
Apart from Maxwell, his compatriot Marcus Stoinis is set to be another allrounder in the PBKS Playing 11. Stoinis has also played for PBKS in the past and will look to live up to the expectations. So far, he has played 96 IPL matches and has scored 1866 with the help of a century and nine fifties. He has also taken 43 wickets.
Bowlers: Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar, Yuzvendra Chahal
The PBKS Playing 11 is likely to have two frontline pacers and two spinners. Arshdeep Singh is set to lead the pace attack with South Africa’s Marco Jansen as his bowling partner. Stoinis is another fast-bowling option in the PBKS Playing 11.
On the other hand, Yuzvendra Chahal and Harpreet Brar are expected to be the two spinners in the team. Maxwell is also a good spin bowling option for the Punjab-based outfit.
Also Check: GT vs PBKS Match Preview – IPL 2025 Match 5
PBKS Playing XI vs GT IPL 2025 – Match 5
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Prabhsimran Singh (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Priyansh Arya | Batsman |
| Shreyas Iyer (C) | Batsman |
| Glenn Maxwell | Batting All-rounder |
| Shashank Singh | Batsman |
| Nehal Wadhera | Batsman |
| Marcus Stoinis | Bowling All-rounder |
| Marco Jansen | Bowler (Pacer) |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler (Pacer) |
| Harpreet Brar | Bowler (Spinner) |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Bowler (Spinner) |
Can Punjab Kings Start IPL 2025 with a Win?
Punjab Kings have made bold moves ahead of IPL 2025, appointing Shreyas Iyer as captain and Ricky Ponting as head coach. With an overhauled squad, they aim to turn their fortunes around and secure their first-ever IPL title. Their batting lineup looks explosive, with Maxwell, Iyer, and Stoinis providing firepower. Meanwhile, their bowling attack, led by Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal, adds balance to the team.
However, they face a tough challenge against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. If their new-look squad clicks from the start, Punjab Kings can begin their IPL 2025 campaign with a statement victory!
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