IPL 2025: Former CSK and MI player to replace Gary Kirsten as head coach of Gujarat Titans

New Delhi: Gujarat Titans will be entering IPL 2025 without Gary Kirsten, who has taken up the role of head coach for Pakistan's white-ball teams. Kirsten left the franchise after IPL 2024, leaving a noticeable void in GT's coaching staff. However, reports suggest that the team has already made a new appointment to fill this gap.

The Times of India has reported that Gujarat Titans have appointed Parthiv Patel as Gary Kirsten’s replacement, with Patel set to take over as the franchise’s batting mentor. The former opener, who played for six teams during his 13-year IPL career, was a regular in the league for over a decade, notably representing Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Parthiv Patel, who played for Chennai Super Kings, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, is a three-time IPL winner. After retiring from cricket, he transitioned to a scouting role with the Mumbai franchise.

Parthiv Patel, who played for Chennai Super Kings, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, is a three-time IPL winner. After retiring from cricket, he transitioned to a scouting role with the Mumbai franchise.

The Gujarat Titans (GT) made their IPL debut in 2022 and clinched the inaugural title under the leadership of Hardik Pandya. They reached the final again in 2023 but were defeated by the Chennai Super Kings.

The Gujarat Titans (GT) faced a significant setback before IPL 2024 when Hardik Pandya departed for the Mumbai Indians through a trade, leading the franchise to appoint Shubman Gill as captain. Unfortunately, GT struggled throughout the season, securing only 5 wins from 14 matches and finishing in 8th place on the points table. With Mohammed Shami sidelined due to injury for the entire season, the Titans will aim to rebound and replicate their successful debut in IPL 2022, with Shubman expected to continue at the helm.