The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Auction commenced at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on December 19 (Tuesday), witnessing significant spendings from various franchises. Gujarat Titans (GT), champions of the IPL 2022 and runners-up in 2023, are undergoing a transformation post the departure of their influential captain, Hardik Pandya, who moved to Mumbai Indians. With eight players released before the auction, including Pandya, the Gujarat Titans aim to strategically fill crucial spots.
In a notable acquisition, Gujarat Titans secured Tamil Nadu all-rounder Shahrukh Khan for Rs 7.4 crore in the IPL 2024 auction. A bidding tussle unfolded between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, culminating in Shahrukh Khan joining the Gujarat franchise. Initially part of Punjab Kings in the IPL 2021, Shahrukh Khan was released at the conclusion of the 2023 season.
However, stealing the spotlight was the young left-arm pace sensation from Australia, Spencer Johnson, becoming Gujarat Titans' most expensive purchase of the day. He made a significant mark in the previous Big Bash League and the Major League Cricket for Los Angeles Knight Riders before his international debut for Australia. GT secured his services after missing out on Mitchell Starc, acquiring him for a whopping Rs 10 Crore, despite his base price being Rs. 50 lakh. A bidding duel between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans concluded in the latter's favour.
Here's the list of players acquired by Gujarat Titans at the IPL 2024 Auction:
Gujarat Titans complete squad for IPL 2024: David Miller, Shubman Gill (c), Matthew Wade, Wriddhiman Saha, Kane Williamson, Abhinav Manohar, B. Sai Sudharsan, Darshan Nalkande, Vijay Shankar, Jayant Yadav, Rahul Tewatia, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad, Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Joshua Little, Mohit Sharma, Azmatullah Omarzai, Umesh Yadav, Shahrukh Khan, Sushant Mishra, Kartik Tyagi, Manav Suthar, Spencer Johnson, Robin Minz.
Gujarat Titans squad strength for IPL 2024: 25
Overseas players in Gujarat Titans squad for IPL 2024: 8
Players bought by Gujarat Titans at IPL 2024 Auction: Azmatullah Omarzai (Rs. 50 lakh), Umesh Yadav (Rs. 5.80 crore), Shahrukh Khan (Rs. 7.40 crore), Sushant Mishra (Rs. 2.20 crore), Kartik Tyagi (Rs. 60 lakh), Manav Suthar (Rs. 20 lakh), Spencer Johnson (Rs. 10 crore), Robin Minz (3.60 crore).
Gujarat Titans Remaining purse at IPL 2024 Auction: Rs. 7.85 crore
Gujarat Titans Total player slots available for GT: 0
Gujarat Titans Total overseas player slots available at IPL 2024 Auction: 0
Players retained by Gujarat Titans ahead of IPL 2024 Auction: David Miller, Shubman Gill (c), Matthew Wade, Wriddhiman Saha, Kane Williamson, Abhinav Manohar, B. Sai Sudharsan, Darshan Nalkande, Vijay Shankar, Jayant Yadav, Rahul Tewatia, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad, Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Joshua Little, Mohit Sharma.
Released Players by Gujarat Titans: Yash Dayal, KS Bharat, Shivam Mavi, Urvil Patel, Pradeep Sangwan, Odean Smith, Alzarri Joseph, Dasun Shanaka