The Gujarat Titans (GT) enter IPL 2026 with a continuity strategy, having retained 20 players from the team that finished third in 2025. The Titans have maintained one of the most stable squads in the league, focusing on “sharpening the edges” rather than making major overhauls. GT made its IPL debut in 2022 and won its inaugural season. Since then, they have consistently qualified for the playoffs. Last season they reached the Playoffs, where they lost to the Mumbai Indians.
The Gujarat Titans entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction with an established team and Rs 12.9 crore in their purse. They got five players to complete their 25-member team: Jason Holder (Rs 7 crore), Tom Banton (Rs 2 crore), Ashok Sharma (Rs 90 lakh), Luke Wood (Rs 75 lakh) and Prithviraj Yarra (Rs 30 lakh).
With the new signings and an already strong team, this is what the GT XI could look like:
Shubman Gill (C): The captain had an exceptional season last year, forming a strong opening partnership with Sai Sudharsan. However, he experienced a dip in form in the T20Is, which led to his exclusion from the 2026 T20 World Cup squad. GT expects him to return to form this season.
Sai Sudharsan: Sai Sudharsan enjoyed a record-breaking IPL 2025 season, finishing as the highest run-scorer and winning the Orange Cap with 759 runs. At just 23 years old, he became the youngest player to achieve this feat, surpassing Shubman Gill’s record.
Jos Buttler (WK): Jos Buttler was a vital part of GT’s top order in IPL 2025, scoring 538 runs in 14 matches after being bought for Rs 15.75 crore. He is currently going through a rough patch in T20 cricket, which could be a concern for GT, but the team will back him to bounce back.
Sundar from Washington: Washington Sundar proved to be a valuable all-rounder in IPL 2025 after being signed for Rs 3.2 crore. He made a significant impact with the bat and GT may look to fix his role at No. 4.
Rahul Tewatia: Tewatia has established himself as a reliable finisher for GT. In 43 innings, he scored 591 runs with a strike rate of over 150. He will play an important role in the middle order.
Glenn Phillips: Glenn Philips, who was injured last year, regained his fitness ahead of IPL 2026 and played an important role for New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026; However, he may face stiff competition from Jason Holder, based on his recent performance in the T20 World Cup. It will be interesting to see who management decides to go with.
Shahrukh Khan: Shahrukh Khan was a regular lower-order finisher for GT in IPL 2025, scoring 179 runs in 15 matches and often making an impact in the final overs.
Rashid Khan: Rashid Khan remains GT’s leading player and a key wicket-taking option. The team will once again rely on his spin prowess.
Kagiso Rabada: In the 2025 IPL season, Kagiso Rabada had a fragmented campaign for Gujarat Titans (GT), marked by an early exit for personal reasons and a subsequent month-long suspension. Despite being a high-profile signing for Rs 10.75 crore, he ultimately featured in only four matches. However, this time it will be available throughout the season.
Mohammed Siraj: In the 2025 IPL season, Mohammed Siraj was a standout player for the Gujarat Titans (GT), leading their pace attack after being acquired for Rs 12.25 crore in the mega auction. He finished the season with 16 wickets in 15 matches. He will play a crucial role alongside Rabada in the pace attack.
Sai Kishore: Sai Kishore had an excellent season last year, taking 19 wickets in 15 matches. It will be key to control the intermediates.
Impact Player – Prasidh Krishna
Prasidh Krishna made a notable comeback in IPL 2025, winning the Purple Cap with 25 wickets in 15 matches. His pace on the power play makes him a strong Impact Player option for GT.