As IPL 2026 draws closer, the Gujarat Titans are eyeing a fresh squad makeover after a mixed 2025 campaign. With some key players underperforming and new talent on the rise, the franchise could make some bold decisions ahead of the auction.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 squad, including retained and released players.
Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Squad
With a focused retention strategy, GT are looking to build a balanced squad around their reliable performers while targeting specific gaps through the auction.
The aim is to improve finishing strength and spin options, which were areas of concern in 2025.
Which players will be released by GT ahead of IPL 2026?
Gujarat Titans are expected to part ways with some big names and underwhelming performers to open up budget and squad flexibility. Here’s the list of players likely to be released:
- Karim Janat – The Afghanistan all-rounder played only one match in IPL 2025 and was expensive with the ball, conceding over 30 runs in a single over. With no contributions with the bat or ball otherwise, he’s likely to be let go.
- Glenn Phillips – Despite being a power-packed batter, Phillips did not get a single game in IPL 2025. GT may choose to release him to open up an overseas slot and free budget space.
- Ishant Sharma: Picked up only 4 wickets in 7 games, conceding runs at over 11 runs per Over.
Which players will be retained by GT for IPL 2026
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Mahipal Lomror, Nishant Sindhu, Anuj Rawat, Jayant Yadav, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gerald Coetzee, Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, Kumar Kushagra
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Key players from IPL 2025 campaign to build team for the future
These four standout performers were instrumental in GT’s 2025 success and are expected to lead the charge again in 2026.
- Shubman Gill (Captain): Led from the front with consistent runs and smart leadership. His calm temperament and strokeplay make him the anchor of the Titans’ batting lineup.
- Sai Sudharsan: Won the Orange Cap in IPL 2025 with 759 runs. His ability to pace an innings and accelerate at will makes him an essential top-order asset.
- Prasidh Krishna: Finished among the top wicket-takers for GT, delivering with the new ball and at the death. His control and pace are crucial to GT’s bowling plans.
- R Sai Kishore: Stepped up as the lead spinner in 2025 and impressed with his accuracy and wicket-taking ability in the middle overs.
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GT 2026 Playing XI
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Sai Sudharsan
- Anuj Rawat
- Kumar Kushagra
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Washington Sundar
- Mahipal Lomror
- Rashid Khan
- Prasidh Krishna
- Mohammed Siraj
- R Sai Kishore
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