In the IPL 2026 match held in Ahmedabad, Punjab Kings (PBKS) faced their second consecutive defeat, losing to Gujarat Titans by four wickets. A focal point of the match was the limited use of spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who bowled only one over, giving away 13 runs. Suryansh Shedge, who achieved his maiden IPL fifty, explained that the decision to prioritize pace over spin was strategic, influenced by the pitch's 7.5-meter length and its two-paced nature. Shedge noted that the grass and black soil made strokeplay challenging, leading to a tactical shift in bowling strategy. He praised the planning that guided their approach, particularly highlighting the effectiveness of pace bowler Vyshak. Shedge himself played a crucial role, adding 79 runs for the sixth wicket with Marcus Stoinis after PBKS lost half their side early. He acknowledged his learning experience from the match, emphasizing the importance of remaining calm and focused at the crease. PBKS will next compete against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad on Wednesday.