In preparation for the upcoming IPL 2024, the Gujarat Titans are set to undergo a significant transformation in their squad. The franchise have strategically released numerous players, signalling a strategic shift in their team composition and approach. Notably, the Titans have also engaged in a noteworthy trade, parting ways with their esteemed player, Hardik Pandya. The all-rounder has been traded to Mumbai Indians, creating ripples in the cricketing fraternity and adding an intriguing subplot to the IPL 2024 auction.
Gujarat Titans’ new captain and notable retentions
In the wake of Pandya’s departure, Titans have entrusted the captaincy responsibilities to the promising and talented Shubman Gill. The franchise, keen on maintaining a winning combination, have retained key players who have consistently delivered stellar performances. David Miller, known for his explosive batting, the spin sensation Rashid Khan, and the pace spearhead Mohammed Shami have all found their names on the retention list, signifying their pivotal roles in the team’s success. Furthermore, the management has recognized and rewarded the exceptional contributions of emerging talents such as Sai Sudarshan, Noor Ahmad, and Abhinav Manohar by retaining them.
Eye catching releases
In their bid to revamp the squad, the Titans have done strategic releases, bidding farewell to notable players such as Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka, seamer Yash Dayal, and Alzzari Joseph. The franchise has also parted ways with wicketkeeper-batter K.S. Bharat.
Gujarat Titans retained players and remaining purse:
- Number of players retained: 17
- Available slots: 8
- Overseas slots: 2
- Total money spent: ₹61.85 crore
- Salary cap available: ₹38.15 crore
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Salary of players retained by Gujarat Titans ahead of IPL 2024 Auction
- David Miller** – ₹3 crore
- Shubman Gill – ₹8 crore
- Matthew Wade** – ₹2. 40 crore
- Wriddhiman Saha – ₹1.9 crore
- Kane Williamson** – ₹2 Crore
- Abhinav Manohar – ₹2.6 crore
- B Sai Sudharsan – ₹20 lakh
- Darshan Nalkande – ₹20 lakh
- Vijay Shankar – ₹1.40 crore
- Jayant Yadav – ₹1.70 crore
- Rahul Tewatia – ₹9 crore
- Mohammed Shami – ₹6.25 crore
- Noor Ahmad** – ₹30 lakh
- R Sai Kishore – ₹3 crore
- Rashid Khan** – ₹15 crore
- Josh Little** – ₹4.40 crore
- Mohit Sharma – ₹50 lakh
**- indicates overseas players
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