Since making their debut in 2022, Gujarat Titans (GT) have been one of the most consistent teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The Ahmedabad-based franchise, won the title in their debut season and have finished outside the top four only once, in 2024.
Last season, the Titans were knocked out by Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator, and they'll be hoping to make another deep run in the tournament this year having retained the spine of their squad.
At the helm, India's ODI and Test captain, Shubman Gill, will be eager to remind the selectors about his calibre in the shortest format, having been left out of the World Cup winning squad.
The franchise have retained Sai Sudarshan, who finished last season as the tournament's leading scorer with 759 runs. Jos Buttler adds further heft to the top order, provided the Englishman can rediscover his ballistic form after a quiet World Cup.
The addition of Jason Holder for Rs 7 crore in the auction, strengthens the middle-order, with the tall pace-bowling all-rounder bringing bags of international experience with him.
The Titans' bowling unit continues to be among the most formidable in the competition, with Mohammed Siraj leading the Indian pace attack, supported by Prasidh Krishna, while Kagiso Rabada adds pace and wicket-taking threat.
Another player who comes in with a point to prove is Rashid Khan who had a subdued 2025 season affected by injury. Sai Kishore will continue to complement Rashid with his left-arm variations, giving GT multiple spin options depending on match-ups.
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Gujarat Titans Players List:
Batters: Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Abhinav Manohar
Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Tom Banton, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat
All-rounders: Jason Holder, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Nishant Sindhu, Arshad Khan, Jayant Yadav
Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Luke Wood, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Ashok Sharma, Kulwant Khejroliya, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Manav Suthar
Gujarat Titans Strongest Playing XI:
Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore
Impact Player: Prasidh Krishna
Gujarat Titans IPL Schedule
The BCCI has released the schedule in phases. Here are the confirmed fixtures for GT in the opening phase:
1) March 31vs Punjab Kings - New Chandigarh (A) - 7:30 PM
2) April 04 vs Rajasthan Royals - Ahmedabad (H) - 7:30 PM
3) April 08 vs Delhi Capitals - Delhi (A) - 7:30 PM
4) April 12 vs Lucknow Super Giants - Lucknow (A) - 3:30 PM
Who is the Captain of Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026?
Shubman Gill leads Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, continuing as captain after taking over the role ahead of the 2024 season.
Who is the Head Coach of Gujarat Titans?
Ashish Nehra serves as the Head Coach of Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026, continuing in the role since the franchise's debut season.
Who is the Batting Coach of Gujarat Titans?
Matthew Hayden has been appointed as the Batting Coach for IPL 2026, with a focus on improving the middle-order's approach and intent.
Who is the Bowling Coach of Gujarat Titans?
Ashish Kapoor is the Spin Bowling Coach and Naeem Amin is the Fast Bowling Coach for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026.
Who is the Fielding Coach of Gujarat Titans?
Narender Negi is the Fielding Coach for Gujarat Titans for the IPL 2026 season.
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