Gujarat Titans arrived at the IPL 2026 auction with a largely settled squad, focusing mainly on addressing a few remaining requirements rather than making sweeping changes. The event, hosted at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, saw the 2022 title winners take a measured and strategic approach.
Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, the Titans enjoyed a solid campaign last season, advancing to the playoffs before being knocked out by Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 1. Ahead of the auction, the franchise retained five core players and completed a trade to further strengthen their setup, ensuring continuity within the squad.
True to their needs, Gujarat did not engage in aggressive bidding wars, opting instead for selective signings. Their most notable addition
was seasoned all-rounder Jason Holder, whose experience and versatility add depth to both the batting and bowling departments. The Titans also made a smart long-term investment by picking up young pacer Ashok Sharma from Rajasthan. Sharma has impressed on the domestic circuit, regularly clocking speeds close to 150 kmph in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, making him an exciting prospect for the future.
Overall, Gujarat Titans chose stability over extravagance, quietly fine-tuning their roster with targeted acquisitions aimed at maintaining their competitiveness in the upcoming season.
Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Buys with Price (Auction Purchases)
| Player | Base Price (₹) | Auction Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Ashok Sharma | 30 L | 90 L |
| Jason Holder | 2 cr | 7 cr |
| Tom Banton | 2 cr | 2 cr |
| Prithviraj Yarra | 30 L | 30 L |
| Luke Wood | 75 L | 75 L |
Retained Players
| Player | Salary (₹) |
|---|---|
| Anuj Rawat | 30 L |
| Arshad Khan | 1.3 cr |
| Glenn Phillips | 2 cr |
| Gurnoor Brar | 1.3 cr |
| Ishant Sharma | 75 L |
| Jayant Yadav | 75 L |
| Jos Buttler | 15.75 cr |
| Kagiso Rabada | 10.75 cr |
| Kumar Kushagra | 65 L |
| Manav Suthar | 30 L |
| Mohammed Siraj | 12.25 cr |
| Nishant Sindhu | 30 L |
| Prasidh Krishna | 9.5 cr |
| Rahul Tewatia | 4 cr |
| Rashid Khan | 18 cr |
| Sai Kishore | 2 cr |
| Sai Sudharsan | 8.5 cr |
| Shahrukh Khan | 4 cr |
| Shubman Gill | 16.5 cr |
| Washington Sundar | 3.2 cr |
Full Squad
Anuj Rawat, Arshad Khan, Glenn Phillips, Gurnoor Brar, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, Jos Buttler, Kagiso Rabada, Kumar Kushagra, Manav Suthar, Mohammed Siraj, Nishant Sindhu, Prasidh Krishna, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, Ashok Sharma, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Prithviraj Yarra, Luke Wood.
