Gujarat Titans emerged victorious over Punjab Kings in a thrilling IPL 2026 match, chasing down a target of 164 runs with just one ball to spare at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Washington Sundar’s unbeaten 40 off 23 balls sealed the win for Gujarat Titans in a tense finish, with Sundar hitting a six off the final ball of the match to secure the victory.
The chase by Gujarat Titans saw a mix of ups and downs, with skipper Shubman Gill falling early but Sai Sudharsan stabilizing the innings with a composed 57 off 41 deliveries. Despite a mini-collapse triggered by key wickets, including that of Jos Buttler, Sundar’s calculated aggression and smart batting ensured Gujarat Titans stayed on course towards the target.
Washington Sundar played a crucial role in Gujarat Titans’ victory, maintaining the required run rate with timely boundaries and smart strike rotation. Despite a late fightback by Punjab Kings’ bowlers, including Arshdeep Singh and Vijaykumar Vyshak, Gujarat Titans managed to secure a hard-fought win in a closely contested encounter.
