IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans reveal replacement for injured Glenn Phillips

Gujarat Titans (GT) have announced Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka as the replacement for Glenn Phillips, who has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2025 due to a groin injury.

Phillips suffered the injury while fielding against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 6 in Hyderabad. Following medical assessment, he has returned to New Zealand for recovery and will miss the rest of the tournament.

Shanaka, who previously represented GT in the 2023 season, rejoins the squad for INR 75 lakh (approximately USD 87,800). Although he featured in only three matches during his last stint—scoring 26 runs and not bowling—GT sees him as a valuable addition to bolster the squad.

This is GT’s second major absence this season, following the departure of South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada, who left the team on April 3 due to a personal matter. The franchise has yet to confirm whether Rabada will return.

Despite these challenges, Gujarat Titans are currently placed second on the IPL 2025 points table with four wins in six games. They are set to face table-toppers Delhi Capitals in an afternoon clash on Saturday.