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Gujarat Titans (GT) go into 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 rosters in the league, focusing on “sharpening the edges” rather than making major overhauls. GT made their IPL debut in 2022 and won their inaugural season.
Since then, they have consistently qualified for the playoffs. Last season, they reached the Eliminator, where they lost to Mumbai Indians.Gujarat Titans entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction with a stable squad and Rs 12.9 crore in their wallet. They have got five players to complete their 25-member squad: Jason Holder (Rs 7 crore), Tom Banton (Rs 2 crore), Ashok Sharma (Rs 90 lakh), Lock Wood (Rs 75 lakh), and Prithviraj Jara (Rs 30 lakh).
With new signings and an already strong squad, here’s what the GT lineup could look like:Shubman Gill (c): The captain had an exceptional season last year, forming a strong opening partnership with Sai Sudharsen. However, he has seen a dip in form in T20Is, which has led to him being left out of the T20 World Cup 2026 squad. GT will be hopeful of his return to form this season.Sai Sudarsan: 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 of age, he became the youngest player to achieve the feat, surpassing Shubman Gill’s record.
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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 slump in T20 cricket, which could be a concern for GT, but the team will support him to bounce back.Washington Sundar: Washington Sundar has proven himself as an all-rounder in IPL 2025 after being signed for Rs 3.2 crore.
He has made a huge impact with the bat, and JT could look to cement his role at number four.Rahul Tewatia: Tewatia has established itself as a reliable finisher in GT. In 43 innings, he has scored 591 runs at a strike rate of over 150. He will play an important role in the middle order.Glenn Phillips: Glenn Phillips, who was injured last year, has regained his fitness ahead of IPL 2026 and played an important role for New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026. However, he could face tough competition from Jason Holder. Based on his recent performance in the T20 World Cup, it will be interesting to see who the management decides to go with. Shah Rukh Khan: Shah Rukh 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 matches.Rashid Khan: Rashid Khan remains GT’s main spinner and a prime wicket-taker option. The team will once again rely on his rotational prowess.Kagiso Rabada: In the 2025 IPL season, Kagiso Rabada had a fragmented campaign for Gujarat Titans (GT), marked by an early departure due to personal reasons and a subsequent one-month suspension.
Despite being a high-profile signing worth Rs 10.75 crore, he ultimately featured in just four matches. However, he will be available for the full season this time.Muhammad Siraj: In the 2025 IPL season, Mohammed Siraj was a standout performer for 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 up front.Sai Kishore: Sai Kishore had an excellent season last year, taking 19 wickets in 15 matches. He will be key in controlling the middle.Influential Player – Prasidh KrishnaPrasidh Krishna made a remarkable comeback in IPL 2025, winning the Purple Cap with 25 wickets in 15 matches. His speed on the power play makes him a solid Impact Player option for GT.