Gujarat Titans (GT) enters IPL 2026 with a reputation for unwavering consistency. Since their debut in 2022, the Titans have remained one of the most professional outfits in the league, a streak they continued in 2025 by qualifying for the play-offs before a narrow loss in the Eliminator; they have qualified for the IPL Playoffs in 3 of their 4 attempts so far. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill and the charismatic coaching of Ashish Nehra, GT has built a culture of winning from any situation. For IPL 2026, the strategy has been one of surgical reinforcement — maintaining their world-class core while adding the tactical muscle of Jason Holder and Tom Banton.
- Captain: Shubman Gill
- Head coach: Ashish Nehra
- Best finishes: Champions (IPL 2022)
- Home ground: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- IPL 2025 result: 4th place (Lost Eliminator)
Gujarat Titans squad composition
The Titans’ batting order for 2026 is arguably the most reliable in the tournament. The opening partnership of Shubman Gill and the 2025 Orange Cap winner Sai Sudharsan provides a technical floor that most teams envy. Jos Buttler adds a layer of global T20 dominance to the top three, with 539 runs last season; however, the top-heavy batting side will be wary of the fact that Buttler only got 87 runs in 8 outings in the recent T20 World Cup in India. With Washington Sundar expected to play a more prominent role at number four, the middle order looks exceptionally balanced.
The finisher roles remain in the hands of the ice-cool Rahul Tewatia and the powerful Shahrukh Khan. They are joined this year by Glenn Phillips, the ‘Kiwi Superman’, whose return from injury is a massive boost. Phillips provides explosive hitting and world-class fielding, making him a perfect fit for the high-pressure death overs; he has been practising batting with both hands, and saves a few runs in the field too. The wicket-keeping duties are well-covered with a contingent including Tom Banton, Anuj Rawat, and Kumar Kushagra, in case Buttler won’t be donning the gloves this year.
Bowling: Rashid Khan factor
For years, franchise teams had their bowling attacks led by the incomparable Rashid Khan. However, he had a lean IPL 2025 and tournament post that too, by his lofty standards, with all of Mohammed Siraj, Sai Kishore and Prasidh Krishna picking up more wickets than his 9 scalps in the tournament.
The pace department saw a significant upgrade with the arrival of Mohammed Siraj and the full availability of Kagiso Rabada. Siraj’s ability to swing the new ball and Rabada’s express pace provide the Titans with a dual-threat attack that can dismantle any top order. The marquee auction signing of Jason Holder (₹7 crore) provides the veteran stability and death-bowling variety that GT occasionally lacked last season. With Prasidh Krishna coming off a 25-wicket season, the Titans possess one of the deepest bowling benches in the IPL. All this with the added options of Luke Wood and Ishant Sharma still available.
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Dark horse: Manav Suthar
Keep a close watch on Manav Suthar. The young left-arm orthodox spinner has been earmarked by Ashish Nehra as a potential breakout star. On the large outfields of Ahmedabad, Suthar’s ability to flight the ball and deceive batters in the air could make him a vital secondary spin option alongside Rashid Khan. His last FC game for Rajasthan saw him scoring 120 with the bat and picking up 7 wickets with the ball too.
Home ground advantage
Where India recently won the 2026 T20 World Cup, Narendra Modi Stadium is the world’s largest cricket stadium, and its vast outfields play directly into Gujarat’s hands. GT’s bowling attack is built for this ground; they excel at defending totals by using the long boundaries to their advantage. Punters should note that GT has one of the best home records in the league. Chasing at Ahmedabad can be tricky under lights when the ball begins to nip around, so look for ‘Match Result – Team Batting First’ as a potential value play here.
Analysis & betting tips
- To win the tournament: 6.50 (11/2). GT are perennial play-off contenders. Their consistency and the likes of Buttler and Siraj make them a very safe bet for a top-four finish, along with captain Gill having a point to prove after being dropped from the T20 World Cup squad.
- Top batsman: Sai Sudharsan. After winning the Orange Cap last year with 759 runs, he remains the most consistent run-getter in the squad. His price is better than Gill’s, offering superior value, and you can bet on Mostbet if you think last year’s Emerging Player will continue piling on the runs in IPL 2026.
- Top bowler: Rashid Khan. Expect a major bounce-back season. Rashid rarely stays quiet for two years in a row, and he will be hungry to reclaim his status as the league’s premier wicket-taker.
- Back Washington Sundar for Top Team All-Rounder. With his promoted batting role and his powerplay bowling, he will be involved in every phase of the game.
Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 squad
Shubman Gill (C), Rahul Tewatia, Sai Sudharsan, Rashid Khan, Jos Buttler, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Jason Holder, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Tom Banton, Anuj Rawat, Kumar Kushagra, Shahrukh Khan, Jayant Yadav, Manav Suthar, Nishant Sindhu, Ishant Sharma, Luke Wood, Prithvi Raj Yarra, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma, Sai Kishore, Mohammed Arshad Khan.
Disclaimer: This squad list is accurate as of 26th March 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is the captain and vice-captain of Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026? Ans. Shubman Gill is the captain for the 2026 season, with Rahul Tewatia serving as his vice-captain.
2. Is Jason Holder playing for Gujarat Titans this year? Ans. Yes, Jason Holder was a marquee signing for the Titans in the 2026 auction and will lead their pace-bowling attack alongside Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna.
3. Who won the Orange Cap for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025? Ans. Sai Sudharsan won the Orange Cap in 2025, scoring 759 runs throughout the tournament.
4. What is the weakness of the Gujarat Titans? Ans. Gujarat has always had a top-heavy batting lineup, which means anyone (like Jos Buttler) being out of form in the top 4-5 could mean a few batting collapses in the IPL 2026 season.
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