Shubman Gill continues to be one of the most consistent and stylish opening batters in the Indian Premier League. Ahead of IPL 2026, Gujarat Titans have retained Gill for ₹16.50 crore, and he will once again lead GT as captain.
After delivering impactful seasons from 2022 to 2025, Gill enters IPL 2026 as the backbone of the GT batting lineup and one of the league’s biggest superstars.
Shubman Gill – Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Shubman Gill |
| Date of Birth | 08 September 1999 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Opening Batter |
| Batting Style | Right-Handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-Arm Off-Break (rarely bowls) |
| IPL Debut | 2018 |
| IPL 2026 Team | Gujarat Titans (GT) |
| IPL 2026 Price | ₹16.50 Crore |
| Captaincy | GT Captain (Retained for 2026 season) |
Shubman Gill’s IPL Journey So Far
Shubman Gill rose to fame after a brilliant U19 World Cup campaign and made his IPL debut in 2018. After four seasons with Kolkata Knight Riders, he moved to Gujarat Titans in 2022, where his career took a massive upward turn.
He became IPL champion in 2022 and followed it with a record-breaking 890-run season in IPL 2023, including four centuries across his career. His consistency, leadership, and ability to score both quickly and big have made him one of the most valuable players in IPL history.
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Shubman Gill IPL Career Stats (All Seasons)
| Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | Fours | Sixes | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 3,866 | 129 | 39.45 | 138.72 | 4 | 26 | 372 | 119 | 45 |
Season-by-Season Batting Performance
| Season | Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 650 | 93* | 50.00 | 155.88 | 0 | 6 | 62 | 24 |
| 2024 | 12 | 426 | 104 | 38.73 | 147.40 | 1 | 2 | 37 | 15 |
| 2023 | 17 | 890 | 129 | 59.33 | 157.80 | 3 | 4 | 85 | 33 |
| 2022 | 16 | 483 | 96 | 34.50 | 132.33 | 0 | 4 | 51 | 11 |
| 2021 | 17 | 478 | 57 | 28.11 | 118.90 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 12 |
| 2020 | 14 | 440 | 70* | 33.84 | 117.96 | 0 | 3 | 44 | 9 |
| 2019 | 14 | 296 | 76 | 32.88 | 124.36 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 10 |
| 2018 | 13 | 203 | 57* | 33.83 | 146.04 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 5 |
Bowling Stats (Career)
Gill has not bowled in his IPL career.
| Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | Average | Economy | 4W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 |
Fielding Performance
| Matches | Catches |
|---|---|
| 118 | 45 |
Shubman Gill’s IPL Auction Price History
| Year | Team | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | KKR | ₹1.80 Cr |
| 2019 | KKR | ₹1.80 Cr |
| 2020 | KKR | ₹1.80 Cr |
| 2021 | KKR | ₹1.80 Cr |
| 2022 | GT | ₹8.00 Cr (Drafted) |
| 2023 | GT | ₹8.00 Cr |
| 2024 | GT | ₹8.00 Cr |
| 2025 | GT | ₹16.50 Cr |
| 2026 | GT (Retained) | ₹16.50 Cr |
Shubman Gill’s Last 10 IPL Innings
| Match | Score |
|---|---|
| Eliminator vs MI | 1 (2) |
| Match 67 vs CSK | 13 (9) |
| Match 64 vs LSG | 35 (20) |
| Match 60 vs DC | 93 (53) |
| Match 56 vs MI | 43 (46) |
| Match 51 vs SRH | 76 (38) |
| Match 47 vs RR | 84 (50) |
| Match 39 vs KKR | 90 (55) |
| Match 35 vs DC | 7 (5) |
| Match 26 vs LSG | 60 (38) |
Shubman Gill’s Importance to GT in IPL 2026
1. Most Reliable Batter in Top Order
Gill anchors the innings while maintaining a strong strike rate, making him indispensable for GT’s top order.
2. Leadership Role
He continues as captain in IPL 2026, guiding a young squad with calmness and clarity.
3. Big-Match Player
From playoff knocks to pressure chases, Gill has repeatedly delivered when it matters.
4. Peak Form Heading Into 2026
With strong consistency across recent seasons, he remains one of the biggest threats for bowlers.
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Key IPL Records of Shubman Gill
- 4 IPL centuries — among the highest for active players
- 890 runs in IPL 2023 — one of the best single-season tallies
- IPL champion with Gujarat Titans in 2022
- Highest score: 129
- Over 3,800 career IPL runs by age 26
- Consistent top-5 run-scorer in multiple seasons
Conclusion
Shubman Gill enters IPL 2026 as one of the tournament’s brightest stars. With GT retaining him for ₹16.50 crore and trusting him with captaincy again, the franchise clearly sees him as the long-term face of the team.
His consistent batting, maturity as a leader, and ability to deliver big knocks make him one of the most valuable cricketers in IPL 2026.
