Rashid Khan remains one of the most valuable T20 cricketers in the world, and ahead of IPL 2026, Gujarat Titans once again confirmed their trust in him by retaining the Afghanistan superstar for a massive amount. After delivering top-class performances season after season, Rashid continues to be the backbone of GT’s bowling attack.
Below is his full IPL 2026 profile, including his price, team details, complete batting–bowling stats, milestones, and career overview.
Rashid Khan IPL 2026 Price & Team
Gujarat Titans retained Rashid Khan for ₹18.00 crore for IPL 2026.
He continues to be one of the highest-paid bowlers in the league and a central figure in the franchise’s leadership group.
IPL 2026 Retention
| Season | Team | Price |
|---|---|---|
| IPL 2026 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | ₹18.00 Cr |
Who is Rashid Khan? – Player Overview
- Full Name: Rashid Khan Arman
- Date of Birth: 20 September 1998
- Nationality: Afghanistan
- Role: Bowler (Right-arm leg spin)
- Batting Style: Right-handed
- IPL Debut: 2017
- IPL Team 2026: Gujarat Titans
Rashid Khan is widely regarded as one of the greatest T20 bowlers of all time. His fast, skiddy leg spin and unreadable googly make him almost impossible to attack. Before IPL 2025, he became the highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket history with over 630 wickets — a rare milestone in modern cricket.
Rashid’s impact in the IPL has been massive. After starting with SRH in 2017, he won his first IPL trophy with Gujarat Titans in 2022 and continues to be their most valuable match-winner.
Read Also: Top Run Scorers for GT in IPL History
Rashid Khan IPL Career Stats (All Seasons)
Overall IPL Career Summary
| Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 585 | 79* | 158 | 4/24 | 7.09 | 23.84 |
Rashid is one of the rare bowlers in IPL history with:
- Over 150 wickets
- An economy under 7.5
- Match-winning cameos with the bat
Rashid Khan IPL Batting Stats (Season-wise)
| Season | Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 40 | 12 | 8.00 | 142.86 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 2024 | 12 | 102 | 31 | 20.40 | 143.66 | 0 | 11 | 3 |
| 2023 | 17 | 130 | 79* | 32.50 | 216.67 | 1 | 8 | 13 |
| 2022 | 16 | 91 | 40 | 22.75 | 206.82 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 2021 | 14 | 83 | 22 | 10.37 | 120.28 | 0 | 9 | 2 |
| 2020 | 16 | 35 | 14 | 8.75 | 116.66 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| 2019 | 15 | 34 | 17* | 6.80 | 147.82 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 | 17 | 59 | 34* | 11.80 | 190.32 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 2017 | 14 | 11 | 6* | 5.50 | 122.22 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Rashid Khan IPL Bowling Stats (Season-wise)
| Season | Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | Avg | Econ | Best | 4w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 330 | 514 | 9 | 57.11 | 9.35 | 2/25 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 | 262 | 367 | 10 | 36.70 | 8.40 | 2/38 | 0 |
| 2023 | 17 | 402 | 552 | 27 | 20.44 | 8.24 | 4/30 | 1 |
| 2022 | 16 | 383 | 421 | 19 | 22.16 | 6.60 | 4/24 | 1 |
| 2021 | 14 | 336 | 375 | 18 | 20.83 | 6.69 | 3/36 | 0 |
| 2020 | 16 | 384 | 344 | 20 | 17.20 | 5.37 | 3/7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 360 | 377 | 17 | 22.17 | 6.28 | 3/21 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 408 | 458 | 21 | 21.80 | 6.73 | 3/19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 | 324 | 358 | 17 | 21.05 | 6.62 | 3/19 | 0 |
Total: 158 IPL wickets with multiple match-winning spells.
Rashid Khan’s Key IPL Achievements
Major Milestones
- Youngest global cricket superstar from Afghanistan
- Fastest bowler to reach 100 IPL wickets among spinners
- Led GT to the IPL 2022 title in their debut season
- One of the highest-paid bowlers in IPL history
- Known for unmatched consistency: economy rate under 7 in most seasons
Impact as a Batter
Even though primarily a bowler, Rashid has delivered crucial batting knocks including:
- 79 off 32 balls (2023)* – one of the best innings by a lower-order batter
- Regular finishing cameos with 200+ strike rate
Rashid Khan’s Last 10 IPL Bowling Performances
| Match | Figures |
|---|---|
| Eliminator vs MI | 0/31 |
| vs CSK | 1/42 |
| vs LSG | 0/36 |
| vs DC | 0/32 |
| vs MI | 1/21 |
| vs SRH | 0/50 |
| vs RR | 1/24 |
| vs KKR | 2/25 |
| vs DC | 0/38 |
| vs LSG | 1/35 |
Why GT Retained Rashid Khan for IPL 2026
Experience + Match-winning ability
He handles pressure better than most T20 bowlers and regularly breaks partnerships.
Leader of GT’s bowling attack
Even when wickets are not flowing, Rashid controls the run rate — a priceless skill in T20 matches.
Global reputation
A superstar who brings both performance and brand value to the franchise.
See Also: Highest Wicket-Takers for GT in IPL History
Rashid Khan IPL Auction Price History
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 15 Cr | GT |
| 2023 | 15 Cr | GT |
| 2024 | 15 Cr | GT |
| 2025 | 18 Cr | GT |
| 2026 | 18 Cr | GT (Retained) |
Conclusion
Rashid Khan enters IPL 2026 as one of the most impactful T20 players in the world. His retention by Gujarat Titans for ₹18 crore shows his unmatched value. With over 150 wickets, iconic spells, leadership qualities, and explosive batting skills, he remains a complete T20 package. GT will once again rely heavily on his experience and magic with the ball in the upcoming season.
