PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Today’s Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of match 18 of IPL 2023 between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans:
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Match details:
Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans will take on each other in the 18th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League 2023. The match is scheduled to be played at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Thursday (April 13). As usual, the match will be getting underway at 19:30 (IST).
Date and time: Thursday, April 13 at 19:30 (IST)
Venue: Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
Form guide (last three games):
Punjab Kings: L, W, W
Gujarat Titans: L, W, W
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Match Preview:
Both Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans have started their journey in IPL 2023 in a similar manner. Both the teams have won 2 game while losing 1 so far.
Punjab Kings started their campaign with a 7-run win (DLS method) over Kolkata Knight Riders before beating Rajasthan Royals by 5 runs in a high-scoring encounter in Guwahati. Their winning start to the campaign came to an end in Hyderabad with a 7-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad.
On the other hand, Gujarat Titans began their campaign with a 5-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings. The Hardik Pandya-led side then beat Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets. The reigning champions’ winning start came to an end in a heartbreaking manner when they failed to defend 28 runs in 5 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Here is the points table of IPL 2023:
| Teams | Matches | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Pts | NRR |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1.048 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2.067 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1.375 |
| Gujarat Titans | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.431 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.356 |
| Punjab Kings | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.235 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.8 |
| Mumbai Indians | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.879 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -1.502 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.576 |
(Table updated after 16th game of IPL 2023)
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Probable XIs:
Punjab Kings:
Shikhar Dhawan, Prabhsimran Singh, Matthew Short, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma(wk), Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Nathan Ellis, Mohit Rathee, Arshdeep Singh, Sikandar Raza
Gujarat Titans:
Wriddhiman Saha(wk), Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Vijay Shankar, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Abhinav Manohar, Rashid Khan, Mohammad Shami, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Joshua Little
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Players Stats:
| Player | Players Stats |
| Arshdeep Singh | 6 wickets |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 225 runs |
| Shubman Gill | 115 runs |
| Rashid-Khan | 7 wickets |
Hot Picks for PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Shikhar Dhawan:
Veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan has looked in red-hot form in IPL so far and has led his side from the very front. In 3 games so far, he has smashed 225 runs. He has played knocks of 40, 86* and 99* so far.
Rashid Khan:
One of the most reliable spinners in T20s, Rashid Khan is in good form too. In the previous game against Kolkata Knight Riders, he picked up the first hat-trick of this season. So far, he has taken 7 wickets in IPL 2023.
Top Picks:
Arshdeep Singh:
Arshdeep Singh is a safe bet. The left-arm pacer is known for his ability to take wickets with the new ball. His ability to nail yorkers make him a good option in the death overs too. Arshdeep has picked up 6 wickets so far.
Shubman Gill:
Opening batsman Shubman Gill is also known for his consistency. In IPL 2023 so far, he has scored 115 runs with the help of one fifty.
Budget Picks:
Nathan Ellis:
Nathan Ellis has impressed one and all with his bowling so far. The Australia pacer has picked up 5 wickets in this tournament so far.
Alzarri Joseph:
Alzarri Joseph has been among the wickets too, picking up 6 wickets in the competition so far. He has a knack of picking wickets every now and then thanks to his pace.
PBKS vs GT IPL 2023 Match 18 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain: Shikhar Dhawan & Rashid Khan
Vice-Captain: Shubman Gill & Arshdeep Singh
Suggested Playing XI No. 1 (Small Leagues and Head-to-Head)
Wicketkeeper – Wriddhiman Saha, Prabhsimran Singh
Batsmen – Shikhar Dhawan (c), Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharshan
All-rounders – Vijay Shankar, Hardik Pandya, Sam Curran
Bowlers – Mohammad Shami, Rashid Khan (vc), Arshdeep Singh
Suggested Playing XI No. 2 (Grand Leagues):
Wicketkeeper – Wriddhiman Saha
Batsmen – Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill (vc), Sai Sudharshan, David Miller
All-rounders – Vijay Shankar, Hardik Pandya, Sam Curran
Bowlers – Mohammad Shami, Rashid Khan (c), Arshdeep Singh
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Players to Avoid:
Rahul Tripathi and Harpreet Brar are two of the players who can be avoided. Both the players will be tempting options but have not done much in IPL 2023 so far.
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction Today Match IPL 2023 Match 18 Expert Advice:
In-form Punjab Kings captain Shikhar Dhawan will be a top multiplier choice for the small leagues. Rashid Khan can be picked as a captaincy option in the grand leagues. David Miller and Prabhsimran Singh are among the punt picks here. The best suggested/Dream11 combination for this game is 2-3-3-3.
PBKS vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Probable Winners:
Punjab Kings are expected to win the upcoming PBKS vs GT clash.
Also Read: PBKS vs GT Head-to-Head Record In IPL- IPL 2023, Match 18