Gujarat Titans Set for Strategic Retentions Ahead of IPL Mega Auction

Gujarat Titans plan to retain captain Shubman Gill, star spinner Rashid Khan, and left-handed batter Sai Sudharsan before the IPL mega auction. The team, finalists last year, also looks to keep uncapped players Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan. The auction purse has increased to Rs 120 crore.

Gujarat Titans are preparing for the upcoming IPL mega auction by strategically retaining key players, including their captain Shubman Gill, highly-regarded spinner Rashid Khan, and promising batter Sai Sudharsan. These moves come as teams aim to strengthen their squads under new financial regulations.

The franchise aims to continue its competitive stance after reaching the finals last year. Sources confirm that Gill, seen as a future leader in Indian cricket, will remain at the helm. Rashid Khan's retention follows his impressive wicket-taking performance over previous seasons despite a slight dip this year.

Further, uncapped players like Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan are expected to remain with the Titans, enhancing their roster. With the auction purse now increased to Rs 120 crore, franchises have extended strategic flexibility to enhance team strength under the revised IPL framework.

(With inputs from agencies.)