Watch: Cooper Connolly smashes massive 103m six off Rashid Khan in PBKS vs GT IPL 2026 clash

Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and chose to bowl first in Match 4 of IPL 2026 against the Gujarat Titans (GT), led by Shubman Gill, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur.

The match saw a spectacular debut from Australian all-rounder Cooper Connolly. Batting at No. 3, Connolly hit a massive 103-metre six off Rashid Khan, immediately announcing himself on the IPL stage. Bought for ₹3 crore in the IPL 2026 mini-auction, he impressed with his power-hitting and composure against both pace and spin.

Connolly’s innings was highlighted by five sixes and a quick half-century, keeping Punjab Kings in contention while chasing 163 runs. His performance under pressure demonstrated both skill and temperament, making him a player to watch in this season.

Watch Cooper Connolly’s massive 103-metre six here:

Cooper Connolly takes on Rashid Khan with stunning power-hitting

The left-hand all-rounder made a stunning debut in IPL 2026 for Punjab Kings (PBKS) against the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Mullanpur. Batting at No. 3, Connolly immediately made an impact with his aggressive stroke play.

He stitched a fine partnership with Prabhsimran Singh in the powerplay, taking on the Gujarat pacers with ease. When the Titans turned to their spinners, Rashid Khan bowled a quiet first over, giving Connolly the perfect opportunity to settle in.

In the eighth over, Connolly faced a slower delivery from Rashid and timed it perfectly, sending the ball soaring over midwicket for a massive 103-metre six. This shot announced his arrival in the IPL and showcased his incredible power-hitting ability.

Connolly’s innings was marked by confidence and composure. Even after Punjab Kings lost Priyansh Arya early in the chase, he remained unshaken, striking regular boundaries and keeping the scoreboard ticking.

When Gujarat returned to spin to break the partnership, Connolly kept both Rashid Khan and Washington Sundar under pressure. His calm and measured batting made a difficult chase seem achievable.

Even as Punjab Kings suffered a collapse from 102/2 to 118/6, Connolly held his nerve. He reached his half-century off just 35 balls, proving that he could handle pressure and guide his team in a tricky situation. Connolly’s debut performance will be remembered for his power-hitting, composure, and the confidence he brought to the crease, making him a player to watch in this IPL season.

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GT suffer setback as PBKS bowlers dominate the early phase

Punjab Kings’ bowlers put the Gujarat Titans under pressure from the start of the innings. Early breakthroughs in the power play saw the Titans lose key wickets.

Right-arm pacer Vijaykumar Vyshak recorded the best figures with 4-0-34-3, while leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal finished with 4-0-28-2, maintaining the second-best economy. Tall left-arm pacer Marco Jansen bowled tightly for 4-0-20-1.

The disciplined bowling and smart field placements kept the Gujarat batsmen on the back foot, preventing them from building partnerships and giving PBKS a strong advantage early in the match.