Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore has grown into one of the most impactful left-arm spinners in the IPL in recent seasons. Known for his tall frame, sharp turn, tight lines, and calm mind under pressure, Sai Kishore has become a valuable asset for Gujarat Titans (GT). His consistent performances in 2024 and 2025 made him an automatic retention for IPL 2026, continuing his key role as GT’s leading spin bowler.
Sai Kishore IPL 2026 Price & Team
IPL 2026 Team
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Retained for the 2026 season.
IPL 2026 Price
| Season | Team | Price |
|---|---|---|
| IPL 2026 | Gujarat Titans | ₹2.00 Crore |
GT used strong retention value to keep him in the squad, recognising his wicket-taking ability and control in middle overs.
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Sai Kishore – Player Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore |
| Born | 06 November 1996 |
| Age (2025) | 29 |
| Nation | India |
| IPL Debut | 2022 |
| Role | Bowler (Left-arm orthodox) |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Bowling Style | Slow left-arm orthodox |
| Current Team | Gujarat Titans |
| IPL 2026 Status | Retained by GT |
| Total IPL Matches | 25 |
| Total Wickets | 32 |
Career Journey & IPL Rise
Sai Kishore built his reputation through strong domestic showings with Tamil Nadu, including:
- Over 350 domestic wickets across formats.
- Leading wicket-taker for Tamil Nadu in multiple Ranji seasons.
- Breakthrough performances in the TNPL, where he gained attention for his accuracy and ability to choke runs.
After spending time with CSK (without debut), he finally made his IPL debut with Gujarat Titans in 2022 and immediately impressed with discipline, bounce, and variations.
GT continued to show trust—retaining him again for IPL 2025 and IPL 2026.
Sai Kishore IPL Career Batting Stats
(Batting is not his primary role, but here’s a complete breakdown)
IPL Batting Summary
| Season | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 1.67 | 50.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 5 | 13 | 13 | 13.00 | 216.67 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 25 | 18 | 13 | 4.50 | 112.50 | 0 | 2 |
Sai Kishore is primarily used as a specialist bowler, with occasional small cameos.
Sai Kishore IPL Bowling Stats
IPL Bowling Performance
| Season | Mat | Balls | Runs | Wkts | Avg | Econ | SR | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 255 | 393 | 19 | 20.68 | 9.25 | 13.42 | 3/30 |
| 2024 | 5 | 90 | 137 | 7 | 19.57 | 9.13 | 12.86 | 4/33 |
| 2022 | 5 | 96 | 121 | 6 | 20.17 | 7.56 | 16.00 | 2/7 |
| Career | 25 | 441 | 651 | 32 | 20.34 | 8.86 | 13.78 | 4/33 |
Key Patterns
- Consistent wicket-taker every season
- Strong strike rate: takes a wicket every 13–16 balls
- Best figures: 4/33
- Perfect for middle-overs pressure and controlling run flow
Sai Kishore’s Strengths
Bowling Skills
- Excellent control and accuracy
- Natural bounce due to height
- Effective against left-hand and right-hand batters
- Strong record on big grounds like Ahmedabad
- Reliable in middle overs
Batting Skills
- Handy lower-order runs
- Can hit occasional sixes
- Provides left-hand option for GT’s tail
Fielding
- Safe at deep positions
- Quick and agile
- Reads the game well during catching opportunities
Also Know : Top Run Scorers for GT in IPL History
Sai Kishore’s Last 10 IPL Bowling Performances
| Match | Figures |
|---|---|
| Eliminator vs MI | 2/42 |
| Match 67 vs CSK | 1/23 |
| Match 64 vs LSG | 1/34 |
| Match 60 vs DC | 1/47 |
| Match 56 vs MI | 2/34 |
| Match 51 vs SRH | 0/1 |
| Match 47 vs RR | 0/16 |
| Match 39 vs KKR | 1/19 |
| Match 35 vs DC | 1/9 |
| Match 26 vs LSG | 0/35 |
Consistent impact, with wickets in key games and tight spells in middle overs.
Sai Kishore’s Role in IPL 2026
What GT expects from him
- Lead spinner alongside Rashid Khan
- Control the game during middle overs
- Pick key wickets with sharp turn and variation
- Provide balance as an all-round option
- Improve GT’s spin depth on home pitch in Ahmedabad
With Rashid Khan and Sai Kishore together, GT has one of the strongest spin attacks going into IPL 2026.
IPL Auction Price History
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ₹20 lakh | CSK |
| 2021 | ₹20 lakh | CSK |
| 2022 | ₹3.00 Cr | GT |
| 2023 | ₹3.00 Cr | GT |
| 2024 | ₹3.00 Cr | GT |
| 2025 | ₹2.00 Cr | GT |
| 2026 | ₹2.00 Cr | GT (Retained) |
Conclusion
R. Sai Kishore enters IPL 2026 as one of GT’s most reliable bowlers. With strong domestic experience, proven IPL performance, and the ability to keep batters quiet, he is expected to play a major role in the Titans’ bowling strategy this season. His retention at ₹2 Crore shows the franchise’s faith in his long-term value.
