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GT vs PBKS IPL 2025 Match 5: Dream11 Prediction – Top Picks, Captain Choices, Fantasy Tips & Dream11 Team

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 continues to excite cricket fans with another closely matched encounter between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings. This is also the first game of this season at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

And here we are with fantasy cricket predictions for your Dream11 Teams and guide you with the probable team compositions and external conditions of the game.


Match Details

  • Date: March 25, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
  • Teams: Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS)

[Read the complete IPL 2025 schedule here]


Pre-Match Analysis: GT vs PBKS

Head-to-Head Performance

The upcoming match between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings is more than just another game in the IPL 2025 season. So far, whenever the teams played the games have been so evenly matched and encountered some close results.

  • Matches Played: 5
  • GT Won: 3
  • PBKS Won: 2

Pitch and Weather Report

Narendra Modi Stadium presents a fascinating cricket surface:

  • Pitch Characteristics:
    • Balanced track supporting both batsmen and bowlers
    • Slight assistance for spin in later stages
    • Potential for high-scoring encounter

  • Weather Conditions:
    • Temperature: 25-28°C
    • Humidity: 40-50%
    • Minimal chance of rain
    • Evening match might offer slightly cooler conditions

Probable Playing XI: GT vs PBKS

Gujarat Titans (GT) Probable XI

  1. Shubman Gill (c)
  2. Jos Buttler (wk)
  3. Sai Sudharsan
  4. Glenn Phillips
  5. Shahrukh Khan
  6. Washington Sundar
  7. Rahul Tewatia
  8. Rashid Khan
  9. R Sai Kishore
  10. Kagiso Rabada
  11. Mohammed Siraj
  12. Prasidh Krishna

Team Strategy: Strong top-order batting, world-class all-rounders, experienced bowling attack

Punjab Kings (PBKS) Probable XI

  1. Prabhsimran Singh
  2. Josh Inglis (wk)
  3. Shreyas Iyer (c)
  4. Glenn Maxwell
  5. Nehal Wadhera
  6. Marcus Stoinis
  7. Shashank Singh
  8. Marco Jansen
  9. Harpreet Brar
  10. Vijaykumar Vyshak
  11. Arshdeep Singh
  12. Yuzvendra Chahal

Team Strategy: Explosive batting, depth in lineup, versatile all-rounders


Dream11 Predictions : GT vs PBKS

Top Captain Choices

  1. Shubman Gill (GT)
    • Recent form: Exceptional
    • Consistency: High
    • Potential Points: 80-100
  2. Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)
    • Leadership potential
    • Known for match-winning innings
    • Potential Points: 70-90
  3. Rashid Khan (GT)
    • Match-winning all-rounder
    • Capability to score quick runs and take crucial wickets
    • Potential Points: 75-95

Recommended Team Composition

  • 3-4 Batters
  • 1-2 Wicket-Keepers
  • 2-3 All-Rounders
  • 3-4 Bowlers

Key Player Match-ups

  1. Rashid Khan vs Glenn Maxwell
    • Battle of the all-rounders
    • Potential to change match dynamics
  2. Shubman Gill vs Arshdeep Singh
    • Young talent vs experienced bowling
  3. Jos Buttler vs PBKS Bowling Attack
    • Potential for explosive start

Our Winning Dream11 Team


Fantasy Tips

  • Balance your team across both sides – it is difficult to predict which team comes in topper as it is the first game of the season for both teams. Let’s have a balanced team composition to fetch points throughout the game.
  • Prioritise players in current good form – From what we have seen so far, the teams have gone with players who are in right form and it is good to go with that flow.
  • Use credits strategically – Don’t just pick all biggies so that you don’t miss some potential point earners.
  • Watch for last-minute team changes – Don’t forget to update your team after Toss.

Match Outcome Predictions

This match promises a perfect blend of strategic gameplay, individual brilliance, and high-stakes excitement that makes IPL cricket truly extraordinary.

  • Predicted Score: 180-190 runs
  • Toss Factor: Chasing might be favorable
  • Winning Probability:
    • Gujarat Titans: 55%
    • Punjab Kings: 45%

Disclaimer: Fantasy team predictions are speculative. Actual performance may vary significantly.

Wish You Luck, Fantasy Cricketers!