IPL 2025 Retention: Gujarat Titans Released Players List on Deadline Day

Gujarat Titans Retention List for IPL 2025: The Gujarat Titans have made some bold choices ahead of the IPL 2025 season, reportedly releasing several prominent players to optimise their squad and salary cap.

However, this approach also meant letting go of experienced names and emerging players alike, creating opportunities for new additions in the upcoming auction. It is important to note that the official retention list is yet to be released.

IPL Retention 2025 Gujarat Titans Released Players — David Miller, left, and Mohammad Shami (Photos: PTI)

GT Retention List for IPL 2025: All Players Released by Gujarat Titans

Player Name	Role
David Miller	Batter
Kane Williamson	Batter
Matthew Wade	Wicketkeeper-Batsman
Wriddhiman Saha	Wicketkeeper-Batter
BR Sharath	Wicketkeeper-Batter
Abhinav Manohar	All-Rounder
Vijay Shankar	All-Rounder
Darshan Nalkande	All-Rounder
Azmatullah Omarzai	All-Rounder
Jayant Yadav	Bowler
Noor Ahmad	Bowler
Joshua Little	Bowler
Mohit Sharma	Bowler
Sai Kishore	Bowler
Umesh Yadav	Bowler
Sushant Mishra	Bowler
Sandeep Warrier	Bowler
Gurnoor Brar	Bowler
Kartik Tyagi	Bowler
Manav Suthar	Bowler
Spencer Johnson	Bowler
Mohammad Shami	Bowler

Note: The above list is created as per major reports of GT players released ahead of the IPL auction. The list will be updated as soon as the official list is announced later today.

The Titans’ decision to part ways with seasoned campaigners like David Miller, Wriddhiman Saha, and Kane Williamson reflects a clear focus on refreshing the batting lineup. Miller’s finishing skills and Williamson’s anchoring abilities are valuable, but age and injury concerns likely made their contracts harder to justify for GT, who might seek younger or more reliable options. Saha, a dependable wicketkeeper, provided solid starts but was ultimately overshadowed by more explosive openers.

Releasing both Saha and Matthew Wade points to a reshuffle in the wicketkeeping department, potentially bringing in fresh talents or banking on younger alternatives. In the bowling department, the Titans released a mix of experienced Indian bowlers like Umesh Yadav and Mohit Sharma, along with emerging talents such as Noor Ahmad and Joshua Little. Key pacer Mohammad Shami has also been released due to injury problems.

Mohit Sharma’s high performance early last season earned him accolades, but GT's focus on longevity and form led to his release, along with Umesh, whose recent appearances were limited. Noor Ahmad, despite his promising spells in 2023, saw less impact in 2024, leading to his exclusion as GT may be eyeing a more consistent spinning option.

The overall list of released players suggests a calculated strategy by GT to strengthen their squad balance. By freeing up funds and spaces, they have increased their auction flexibility to build a team that can maintain a competitive edge in the long term.