As Gujarat Titans (GT) look ahead to IPL 2025, their vision will revolve around maintaining a solid core that can continue their journey of dominance in the T20 league. Despite the uncertainties and pressures that come with each new season, GT's strategy remains rooted in retaining players who have been instrumental in their success thus far. Here's a look at the key players who are almost certain to feature in GT’s core for 2025 and beyond.

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill's IPL career has been nothing short of spectacular, and his consistency at the top of the order has been a vital factor in GT's success. Though 2024 didn’t bring him the desired success as a captain, his presence in the team remains indispensable. Since 2020, Gill has crossed the 400-run mark in each IPL season, and his remarkable run in 2023, where he bagged the prestigious Orange Cap with 890 runs in 17 matches, underscores his importance.

Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan, one of the finest T20 spinners globally, has been a cornerstone of Gujarat Titans' bowling attack for the past three seasons. With a staggering 613 wickets in T20 cricket, Rashid is only behind Dwayne Bravo in the all-time list, and his contributions to GT's bowling attack are irreplaceable. In 2023, he claimed 27 wickets, showcasing his ability to strike regularly and choke runs at critical moments.

Sai Sudharsan

Sai Sudharsan's rapid ascent in IPL cricket has been truly remarkable. The young batter has shown incredible maturity and promise with each season. In just 25 innings over three seasons, Sudharsan has scored 1,034 runs, with an average of 47 and a strike rate of 139.17. His match-winning century (103) against Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2024 further cements his status as a future star.

David Miller

David Miller has been Gujarat Titans’ go-to man when the pressure’s on, cementing his reputation as one of T20 cricket’s elite finishers. The South African powerhouse played a pivotal role in GT’s IPL 2022 triumph, piling up 481 runs with an impressive average of 68.71 and a fiery strike rate of 142. His late-innings heroics were the backbone of their success, proving that when it’s crunch time, Miller is the man you want in the middle.

Mohammad Shami

Mohammad Shami’s injury-related absence from IPL 2024 created a noticeable gap in Gujarat Titans' bowling arsenal. His contributions in IPL 2022 and 2023, however, underscore his critical role within the squad. Crowned the Purple Cap winner in 2023 with an impressive haul of 28 wickets, Shami has proven to be a game-changer, capable of delivering breakthroughs at any stage.

Rahul Tewatia

Rahul Tewatia is another vital cog in GT’s lineup, known for his ability to change the course of a match in just a few overs. Tewatia’s power-hitting and ability to turn games around have been a defining characteristic of his IPL career. With strike rates of 147.62, 152.63, and 145.74 in 2022, 2023, and 2024 respectively, Tewatia has proven himself to be a genuine match-winner.