IPL Auction GT Squad Live: Gujarat Titans’ journey in IPL was short but very interesting. Gujarat Titans, which entered as a new team in the year 2022, made Indian fans by winning the title in the very first year. Gujarat Titans’ performance remained strong for the second consecutive year and it reached the title match, but then it had to be satisfied with being the runner-up.
IPL 2025 Auction GT Squad LIVE: Gujarat Titans Focus on Building a Strong Team
However, last year there were some changes in the franchise and its effect was also seen in its performance. Gujarat Titans finished eighth in the last IPL. Now Gujarat will try to win the IPL title for the second time by building a strong squad. By the way, before the IPL 2025 auction, Gujarat Titans had retained five players.
The franchise retained Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Sai Sudarshan, Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan. The franchise retained Rashid Khan (18 crores), Shubman Gill (16.50 crores), Sai Sudarshan (8.50 crores), Rahul Tewatia (4 crores) and Shahrukh Khan (4 crores)
Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada Join Gujarat Titans
Gujarat Titans have made significant additions to their squad by securing star players Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada.
- Jos Buttler: Bought for INR 15.75 crores, the explosive English batter will strengthen GT’s top order and bring immense experience.
- Kagiso Rabada: The South African pacer, bought for INR 10.75 crores, adds firepower to GT’s bowling lineup.
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Gujarat Titans Retained and Bought Players
| Player Name | Role | Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | Bowler | 18 crores |
| Shubman Gill | Batter | 16.50 crores |
| Sai Sudharsan | Batter | 8.50 crores |
| Rahul Tewatia | All-rounder | 4 crores |
| Shahrukh Khan | All-rounder | 4 crores |
| Kagiso Rabada | Bowler | 10.75 crores |
| Jos Buttler | Batter | 15.75 crores |
Gujarat Titans’ IPL History
The Titans’ IPL journey has been mostly successful. They dominated the league in their first two years but faced challenges last year under Shubman Gill’s captaincy.
| Year | Position | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1st (out of 10 teams) | Champions |
| 2023 | 1st (out of 10 teams) | Runners-up |
| 2024 | 8th (out of 10 teams) | League Stage Exit |
Eyes on the Title
With a mix of experienced stars and fresh talent, Gujarat Titans are ready to give tough competition. The team aims to repeat their 2022 success and lift the trophy again in IPL 2025.
