After an impressive IPL 2025 campaign – finishing third on the table and reaching the playoffs -Gujarat Titans (GT) are now fully focused on finalising their retention list ahead of the November 15 IPL 2026 deadline. With Shubman Gill leadership shaping the franchise’s long-term vision, GT are preparing for a balanced overhaul, releasing several overseas names while securing their young Indian core.
The Titans, who have built a reputation for smart planning since their debut title win in 2022, will once again approach the auction with a calculated strategy: retaining match-winners, freeing purse space, and correcting their overseas balance.
GT Likely Retained Players for IPL 2026
Gujarat Titans are expected to retain their strongest performers from last season, ensuring stability across batting and bowling.
Probable Retained Players:
- Shubman Gill (Captain)
- Sai Sudharsan
- Jos Buttler
- Rashid Khan
- Washington Sundar
- Mohd Arshad Khan
- Sai Kishore
- Shahrukh Khan
- Kagiso Rabada
- Mohammed Siraj
- Prasidh Krishna
- Manav Suthar
- Ishant Sharma
- Rahul Tewatia
- Anuj Rawat
- Mahipal Lomror
This core reflects GT’s intention to retain a blend of reliable all-rounders, proven Indian pacers, and world-class overseas match-winners like Buttler and Rashid Khan.
Also see: RCB Released Players List 2026
GT Released Players List 2026 – Overseas Names Dominate Exits
Ahead of the mini-auction, GT are likely to release multiple overseas players who struggled for consistency or did not fit the team’s long-term balance.
Probable Released Players:
- Kusal Mendis
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Dasun Shanaka
- Gerald Coetzee
- Gurnoor Singh Brar
- Karim Janat
- Kumar Kushagra
- Nishant Sindhu
- Jayant Yadav
Most of these releases revolve around underwhelming 2025 performances, lack of impact in key moments, or limited opportunities due to GT’s stable core. Overseas all-rounders like Shanaka and Rutherford were unable to convert starts, while Mendis struggled to adapt to GT’s top-order structure.
Releasing these names also helps Gujarat free up purse value, giving them stronger purchasing power at the IPL 2026 auction.
Also see: CSK Released Players List 2026
Trade Window Buzz: Washington Sundar Stays
One of the biggest trade rumours this season involved Chennai Super Kings interest in Washington Sundar. CSK reportedly made multiple offers—player swap and all-cash—but GT firmly rejected them. Sundar continues to remain a critical part of the Titans’ plans, especially due to his all-round value and improved powerplay impact.
Also see: DC Released Players List 2026
The GT released players list 2026 signals a clear tactical shift: strengthen the Indian core, optimise the overseas combination, and build around Gill’s leadership. With a strong retained group and additional purse space, Gujarat Titans enter the IPL 2026 auction as one of the most balanced and prepared franchises—ready to push for another title run.
