Gujarat Titans are IPL’s youngest title-winning franchise, debuting in IPL 2022 and winning the championship in their first season — the only IPL team to lift the trophy in a debut campaign alongside Rajasthan Royals (2008). Captained by Shubman Gill, GT have reached the IPL 2026 final after Gill’s majestic 104 off 53 balls crushed Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 on 29 May 2026 — their third IPL final appearance. GT face RCB at home in Ahmedabad on 31 May. Here’s the complete franchise breakdown, the 2022 debut title, and where GT stand heading into their home final.
Quick Answer
Gujarat Titans (founded 2022) play home matches at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. IPL titles: 1 (2022 — debut season). Captain: Shubman Gill. IPL 2026 position: In the final (beat RR by 7 wickets in Qualifier 2, 29 May 2026). GT face RCB in the IPL 2026 Final at Narendra Modi Stadium on 31 May 2026. GT and Rajasthan Royals are the only franchises to win the IPL in their debut season.
Gujarat Titans’ IPL Title History
Gujarat Titans entered IPL 2022 as one of two new franchises (alongside Lucknow Super Giants), built around captain Hardik Pandya (₹15 crore retention from auction draft pick), Rashid Khan, and Shubman Gill. They topped the league stage with 10 wins from 14 matches and won the final against Rajasthan Royals at Narendra Modi Stadium on 29 May 2022 — 7-wicket win, Player of the Match Hardik Pandya for his match-winning 3/17 and 34 not out. GT returned to the final in IPL 2023, losing to CSK in a rain-interrupted match (DLS 5-wicket loss). In IPL 2026, GT have qualified for their third final after Shubman Gill’s 104-off-53 century dismantled RR by 7 wickets in Qualifier 2 on 29 May — GT’s highest ever successful chase (219/3) and the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history. The franchise has made the playoffs in 4 of its 5 IPL seasons and finals in 3 of those 4 — the highest final conversion rate of any franchise.
Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Squad
GT’s IPL 2026 squad is led by Shubman Gill (captain from 2024, replaced Hardik Pandya). Batting core: Shubman Gill (opener, India captain, 700+ runs in IPL 2026), Sai Sudharsan (top run-scorer in chases, 700+ runs in IPL 2026), Jos Buttler (overseas opener), Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia (finisher). Bowlers: Mohammed Siraj, Rashid Khan (premier leg-spinner), Kagiso Rabada (28 wickets, Purple Cap), Jason Holder (2/27 in Qualifier 2), Prasidh Krishna, R Sai Kishore. Sai Sudharsan has been the breakout star — 700+ runs in IPL 2026 chasing the Orange Cap; Gill and Sudharsan are now the No. 2 partnership in IPL history by runs (2,846 together), behind only Kohli–de Villiers (3,123). Rashid Khan continues as the bowling anchor, while Kagiso Rabada leads the wicket charts with 28 wickets at the Purple Cap.
GT IPL Records — Season by Season
| Season | Position | Captain | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1st | Hardik Pandya | Champion 🏆 (Debut Win!) |
| 2023 | 1st | Hardik Pandya | Runner-up (lost to CSK by DLS) |
| 2024 | 8th | Shubman Gill | Eliminated |
| 2025 | 3rd | Shubman Gill | Qualifier 2 loss |
| 2026 | 2nd | Shubman Gill | In the Final ✅ (beat RR in Q2) |
📊 GT’s Identity in Numbers
Gujarat Titans have made the IPL playoffs in 4 of 5 seasons and the final in 3 of those 4 — a 75% final conversion rate from playoffs, the highest of any franchise. Their first-season title in 2022 makes them one of only two debut champions in IPL history (the other being Rajasthan Royals in 2008). Hardik Pandya’s GT captaincy stint produced 31 wins in 45 matches as captain (69% win rate). Shubman Gill’s IPL 2026 has been his finest captaincy season — 700+ runs personally, back-to-back centuries in the playoffs, and a Qualifier 2 win against RR in which his 104 off 53 powered GT’s highest-ever successful chase (219/3 chasing 215). The Gill–Sudharsan partnership (2,846 IPL runs together) is now the second most prolific opening pair in IPL history, behind only Kohli and de Villiers.
GT’s All-Time Top Performers
GT at Narendra Modi Stadium (Home — IPL 2026 Final Venue)
- Win rate: 75% (highest at any new venue)
- World’s largest cricket stadium (132,000 capacity)
- Avg first innings: 175
- Slow-starting surface that quickens up
- Hosts IPL 2026 Final on 31 May vs RCB — GT’s home ground advantage
GT in IPL 2026 Playoffs
- Qualifier 1 vs RCB (Dharamsala): Lost — collapsed to 51/5 in powerplay
- Qualifier 2 vs RR (Mullanpur, 29 May): Won by 7 wickets — 219/3 chasing 215
- Gill: 104 off 53 (fastest GT century in IPL, 47 balls; 5th IPL ton overall)
- Sudharsan: 58 off 32 (out hit-wicket for second successive match)
- Gill–Sudharsan 1st wicket stand: 167 runs — highest playoff opening stand for GT
Shubman Gill’s 104 off 53 in Qualifier 2 was a statement innings — the third-highest score in a chase in any IPL playoff, and GT’s highest ever successful chase (219/3). He’s now joint-fifth on the all-time IPL centuries list (5 hundreds, level with Sanju Samson). The Gill–Sudharsan opening partnership (167 in Qualifier 2, 2,846 IPL runs overall) is now the second-most prolific opening pair in IPL history, behind only Kohli and de Villiers. GT’s 4-of-5 playoff run and 3 finals appearance across 5 seasons is the most consistent franchise record in IPL history.
The final on 31 May is at Narendra Modi Stadium — GT’s home ground, 132,000 capacity. They lost to RCB in Qualifier 1 in Dharamsala. But Ahmedabad is a very different stage. GT’s 75% home win rate and a Gill who is batting on another level makes them slight favourites. The question is the same as always: can Rashid Khan’s leaky final over (27 runs off his last over vs RR) be tightened up? And does GT’s bowling beyond Rabada and Siraj hold up against RCB’s formidable top order? May 31, Ahmedabad, 7:30 PM IST.
Gujarat Titans IPL — FAQs
How many IPL titles has Gujarat Titans won?
Gujarat Titans have won 1 IPL title — in their debut season IPL 2022. They beat Rajasthan Royals by 7 wickets in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on 29 May 2022. GT and Rajasthan Royals (2008) are the only two IPL franchises to win the title in their debut season. GT are back in the final in IPL 2026, facing RCB on 31 May.
Who is the current captain of Gujarat Titans?
Shubman Gill is the current GT captain, having taken over from Hardik Pandya for IPL 2024 when Pandya returned to Mumbai Indians. In IPL 2026, Gill has been GT’s standout batter — scoring 700+ runs and hitting centuries in consecutive playoff matches, including a match-winning 104 in Qualifier 2 vs RR on 29 May 2026.
Where does Gujarat Titans play their home matches?
Gujarat Titans play home matches at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad — the world’s largest cricket stadium with 132,000 capacity. GT have a 75% win rate at the venue, the highest home record at any new IPL venue. The stadium will host the IPL 2026 Final on 31 May 2026, with GT facing RCB on their own ground.
When did Gujarat Titans win their first IPL title?
Gujarat Titans won their first IPL title in IPL 2022 — their very first season. They topped the league stage with 10 wins and beat Rajasthan Royals by 7 wickets in the final on 29 May 2022. Hardik Pandya was Player of the Match with 3/17 and 34 not out. GT are contesting their third final in IPL 2026, chasing a second title.
Who is GT’s best player?
Shubman Gill is currently GT’s lead batter and captain, India’s white-ball captain, with 2,500+ runs for the franchise. His IPL 2026 has been his best season — 700+ runs, 5 IPL centuries (joint-fifth all time), and a match-winning 104 in Qualifier 2 vs RR. Sai Sudharsan (700+ IPL 2026 runs, chasing Orange Cap) and Kagiso Rabada (28 wickets, Purple Cap) are the other standout performers of this season.
What was the result of GT vs RR Qualifier 2 on 29 May 2026?
Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals by 7 wickets in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur on 29 May 2026. RR posted 214/6 (Sooryavanshi 96, Jadeja 45*, Ferreira 38*; Holder 2/27, Rabada 2/35). GT chased 215 in 18.4 overs — 219/3 (Gill 104 off 53, Sudharsan 58 off 32, Tewatia 17* off 9). Shubman Gill was Player of the Match. GT’s 219-run chase is the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history.
Bottom Line
Gujarat Titans are in the IPL 2026 Final — their third in five seasons. After Shubman Gill’s 104 dismantled Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 on 29 May, GT have set up a home final against RCB at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on 31 May 2026. The Gill–Sudharsan pair (167 opening stand in Q2, 2,846 IPL runs together as the No. 2 partnership in IPL history) are in the form of their lives. With a 75% home win rate and the world’s largest stadium behind them, GT have every ingredient for a storybook second title. Track match-day coverage on our IPL 2026 points table and Narendra Modi Stadium pitch report.
