GT IPL 2026 Schedule: Complete Gujarat Titans Match Fixtures, Dates, Timing and Venues

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has locked in the opening phase of IPL 2026, and defending contenders Gujarat Titans will kick off their campaign on March 31 against Punjab Kings. The fixture marks the franchise’s first step toward reclaiming the glory they captured in their debut season of 2022, when they lifted the trophy in fairy-tale fashion.

Fresh off a 2025 season that saw them finish third on the points table, the Titans will look to convert last year’s momentum into a more sustained title push when the tournament begins on March 28. While the complete list of league-stage games is still pending—BCCI officials say a full schedule will be released once national election dates are finalized—the opening block of 20 matches has been confirmed to run through April 12.

Those initial contests will be staged across ten cities: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. Each venue will host two fixtures during the compressed first phase, ensuring a rapid-fire start to the competition and minimal travel for the teams.

For the Titans, the early itinerary offers an immediate opportunity to set the tone. Their March 31 clash with Punjab Kings is expected to draw a capacity crowd at one of the designated venues, with fans eager to see whether the 2022 champions can rediscover the fearless brand of cricket that defined their inaugural triumph. With only the first-phase slate announced, supporters will keep a close eye on forthcoming updates for the remainder of the league fixtures, knockout dates, and potential venue changes once the election calendar is formalized.