5 players GT might release ahead of IPL 2026 auction

Karim Janat

Afghanistan all-rounder Karim Janat played just one match for GT in IPL 2025, and his performance was not impactful, conceding runs without making a significant contribution with the bat. While he went for plenty of runs with the ball, he also did not impress anyone enough to give him another chance into the playing combination.

The player's inconsistent international form further adds to concerns, which might push GT to release him and explore better overseas all-round options. There are a few more pace-bowling all-rounders, who are currently in the reckoning, and the GT owners will be keeping a keen eye on certain potential replacements for the Afghanistan international in the squad.