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Gujarat Titans Keep Core Intact After Auction, Reaffirm Gill’s Long-Term Leadership

Team leaders emphasize continuity through targeted signings, reaffirming Gill as long-term captain.

Overview

  • The franchise made only five changes at the December auction after entering with its core group in place.
  • Gujarat Titans targeted specific needs at the auction: two fast bowlers, an all-rounder, and a middle-order batter, and management says those objectives were met.
  • The new additions are Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Ashok Sharma, Luke Wood, and Prithvi Raj.
  • Directors Jinal Mehta and Shaan Mehta highlighted strong team bonding and said Shubman Gill will continue to lead for many years.
  • The team points to a strong record—playoffs in three of four seasons, including the 2022 title and 2023 runners-up—and lauds the electrifying home advantage at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.