In Match 46 of IPL 2026, the Punjab Kings faced the Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, suffering a defeat by four wickets. After winning the toss, Gujarat opted to bowl first, leading to a disastrous start for Punjab, who lost four wickets within the powerplay and found themselves at 47/5. A recovery led by Suryansh Shedge, who scored 57 runs, helped Punjab reach a total of 163/9. Gujarat Titans, despite a shaky start, successfully chased down the target with four wickets in hand. After the match, Punjab's captain, Shreyas Iyer, expressed that the pitch conditions played a crucial role in the game, stating that it was not conducive to batting. He acknowledged the strong bowling performance from Gujarat and noted that his team's recovery was commendable. Iyer also mentioned the importance of adapting to challenging pitches as the tournament progresses, emphasizing the potential boost in confidence for bowlers. Looking ahead, Punjab is set to face Hyderabad next, with Iyer optimistic about securing a win.