Chandigarh, Apr 1:
Punjab Kings defeated Gujarat Titans by three wickets in a thrilling IPL 2026 clash at New Chandigarh. Chasing 163, Punjab Kings reached 165/7 in 19.1 overs, with debutant Cooper Connolly starring with a match-winning half-century.
Earlier, Gujarat Titans posted 162/6, but their total proved just short in a tense finish.
The match went down to the wire before Punjab sealed victory with five balls to spare, registering a dramatic win in their season opener.