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Shubman Gill Returns for GT vs DC Clash After Injury Scare

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill is set to return for the team's match against Delhi Capitals after missing the previous game with a muscle spasm. His teammate Sai Sudharsan confirmed Gill is "completely fine" and was seen batting in the nets. The Titans are desperate for their first win of the IPL 2026 season, having lost both their opening matches. They currently sit ninth in the points table with zero points.

Key Points: Shubman Gill Fit, Returns as Captain for GT vs DC IPL 2026

  • Gill returns from muscle spasm
  • Rashid Khan captained in his absence
  • GT seeks first win after 0-2 start
  • Team learned from early losses
  • GT languishes at 9th in points table
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Shubman Gill set to return in DC vs GT IPL 2026 clash

Shubman Gill is confirmed fit and will lead Gujarat Titans against Delhi Capitals. GT seeks first win after two losses in IPL 2026.

"Shubman has no problem; he is completely fine. - Sai Sudharsan"

New Delhi, April 7

Gujarat Titans designated captain Shubman Gill is set to return in the team's match against Delhi Capitals in the ongoing Indian Premier League season 2026, on Wednesday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Gujarat Titans were dealt a major blow as Shubman Gill didn't feature in their previous match in the IPL 2026, against Rajasthan Royals on April 4, owing to a muscle spasm. In Gill's absence, Rashid Khan led the team as captain.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of the GT vs DC clash on Wednesday, Sai Sudharsan confirmed that Shubman is "completely fine."

"Shubman has no problem; he is completely fine. He will be fine," Sudharsan said on Tuesday.

Moreover, Shubman was also spotted batting in the practise nets ahead of Wednesday's clash.

The Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans are yet to win a match in their IPL 2026 campaign. They faced defeats in both contests that they have played so far. They lost to Punjab Kings by three wickets in their campaign opener and then faced a thrilling six-run loss against Rajasthan Royals.

Speaking about the losses, Sudharsan stated that the team has learned a lot from their first two losses and is focused on using the lessons to secure their first win at IPL 2026 and regain momentum.

"We look back on these two games, and we have learnt a lot for sure, and I think we will look forward to doing that, so that we get our first win and get the momentum back," he said.

Gujarat Titans are currently languishing at ninth spot in the IPL 2026 points table with no points in two matches and a Net Run Rate (NRR) of -0.424. They are amongst the only two teams this season without a single point to their name. The other team is Chennai Super Kings, who have no points to show after three losses in three matches.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a neutral fan, it's great to see him back. He's one of the most elegant batters to watch. The tournament is better when all the star players are fit and playing.
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Ananya R
Good that he's fine, but the team's problems run deeper than just one player. The middle order needs to step up. Can't rely on Gill every single time. Bowling has also been expensive.
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Vikram M
Bas ab jeetna shuru karo! Two close losses, but the team has fight. With Gill back, the morale will be high. Delhi ki pitch par accha chase karna padega. All the best Titans!
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Michael C
Interesting to see CSK at the bottom too. The points table looks very different this early season. Pressure is on both Gill and Dhoni to turn things around for their teams.
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Priya S
Muscle spasms can be tricky. Hope the management doesn't rush him back just because of the losses. Long-term fitness for Team India is more important than one IPL match.

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