PBKS vs GT, IPL 2026: Cooper Connolly's dream debut helps PBKS prevail vs GT - Action in images

Cooper Connolly helps Punjab survive a close game against Gujarat Titans in their first match of IPL 2026.

Updated on: Apr 01, 2026 12:04 AM IST

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Cooper Connolly stood tall for PBKS and took his team home as PBKS won the match by three wickets. (PTI)

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Prasidh Krishna picked up three quick wickets changing the momentum of the game. (ANI Pic Service)

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Cooper Connolly and Prabhsimran Singh got a partnership going and brought the Kings back into the match. (PTI)

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Kagiso Rabada dismissed Priyansh Arya early in the chase and PBKS were under pressure in a chase of 163. (ANI Pic Service)

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Vyshak Vijaykumar picked up three wickets for 34 in his four overs and took the momentum away from the Titans. (REUTERS)

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Jos Buttler and Shubman Gill stabilised the innings after the early wicket. (PTI)

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Marco Jansen provided the Punjab Kings with a brilliant start picking up the early wicket of Sai Sudarshan, (AP)

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Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings won the toss and opted to field first. (PTI)