IPL 2025 retention players list and RTM strategies for GT

Gujarat Titans began their Indian Premier League (IPL) journey in 2022. In their very first season, they stormed to the podium as they won the title. Ashish Nehra as the coach and Hardik Pandya as the captain was seemingly an unbeatable partnership. The duo nearly pulled off a terrific title defence as they reached the finals in 2023. 

Hardik Pandya’s move to Mumbai ahead of IPL 2024 put a huge spanner in the works for Gujarat Titans. Shubman Gill was named the captain of the side which had a patchy tournament. The Titans were all out for less than 100 during a game against Delhi Capitals to record their lowest IPL total. 

Ahead of the IPL 2025 season, there will be lots on the plate for Gujarat Titans to ponder. Shubman Gill and the team think tank will sit across the table to discuss which player to retain and whom to part ways with. Veteran stars like Wriddhiman Saha and Mohit Sharma could be culled while a few fringe stars await their fate with bated breath. 

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Here is the likely retention and right-to-match options for Gujarat Titans ahead of IPL 2025:

1- Shubman Gill 

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill is a key player for his side and his exploits during IPL 2023 are a living proof to his talents. The 25-year-old began his career with Kolkata Knight Riders before becoming one of the 3 picks for Titans ahead of IPL 2022 season. Not just with the bat but also the leadership talents of Shubman Gill will be tested during the IPL 2025 season. The right-handed batter has played 45 games for Gujarat Titans and scored 1799 runs with an average just under 45 and strike rate of 147.7 with 4 tons and 10 fifties. 

2- Rashid Khan 

Afghanistan star Rashid Khan is one of the most sought after names across the white ball formats. The 26-year-old has done well and become a huge part in the annals of franchise cricket. Rashid Khan has been a pivotal player for Gujarat Titans since his move from Hyderabad in 2022. The 26-year-old has so far played 45 matches for the Titans and scored 323 runs with 1 fifty and a strike rate of 184. With the ball Rashid Khan has picked 56 wickets with best of 4/24 with an economy rate of 7.68 runs per over. 

3- Sai Sudharsan 

Young batting talent Sai Sudharsan has been in top form in 2024. The young batter also made his India debut in 2023 and has scored runs in the English County circuit as well during the Indian domestic season. The left-handed batter also showed his talents in the T20 format with an amazing IPL 2024 season. Sai Sudharsan scored a memorable ton against Chennai Super Kings to showcase his talents. So far Sai Sudharsan has played 25 IPL matches for Gujarat Titans and scored 1034 runs with 1 ton and 10 fifties. The youngster has an average of 47 and strikes the ball at 139.17

4- David Miller 

South African star David Miller has built a reputation for himself as being one of the destructive T20 batters. The left-handed batter nearly pulled off a famous win for Gujarat Titans during the IPL 2024 season. David Miller will be one of the key players to watch out for in IPL 2025 and Gujarat Titans will want to retain his services. The left-handed batter began his IPL journey with Punjab Kings before stint with Rajasthan Royals. Miller has played 41 games with Gujarat Titans and scored 950 runs with three fifties. The South African star has an average of 45 and has a strike rate of 145.26 which is his best during his IPL career.

5- Mohammed Shami 

Indian pace ace Mohammed Shami missed the entire IPL 2024 season due to injury, Shubman Gill and rest of Gujarat Titans missed his presence in the middle with the ball in hand. The 34-year-old has been of the best bowlers in the league over the last few seasons with the ball. Mohammed Shami moved to Gujarat after stints with Kolkata, Delhi, and Punjab. So far Shami has played 33 games for Gujarat and picked 48 wickets with a best of 4/11 with an economy of 8 runs per over. This is his best economy rate across his long IPL career. 

Right to match card – Rahul Tewatia 

Rahul Tewatia has been one of the most underrate and unluckiest players. The 31-year-old is considered as one of the biggest match winners in the history of the league. The Haryana based star despite all his captivating performances hasn’t been able to break into the national side. Rahul Tewatia played a few seasons for Delhi and Punjab before moving to Rajasthan. In 2022 Tewatia was picked by Gujarat where he has played 45 games and scored 492 runs with a best of 43 not out a strike rate just under 148.