Ashish Nehra

Sanjay Bangar believes Ashish Nehra deserves much more praise for turning Gujarat Titans into one of the best bowling teams in IPL 2026. His comments came after GT crushed Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in Ahmedabad, where Gujarat’s fast bowlers once again dominated the match.

Gujarat Titans’ fifth win on the trot, an 82-run demolition of Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday, was set up by a familiar weapon — their bowling in the Powerplay.

Spotted early by Shubman Gill, backed by Shikhar Dhawan and mentored by Ashish Nehra, Punjab pacer Gurnoor Brar’s rise has been shaped by pace, setbacks and learning curves. From a late start to India A success, the six-foot-five quick is now firmly on the national radar as India search for fast-bowling depth. The lanky fast bowler on Tuesday has received a maiden Indian call -up for both Tests and ODIs.

Gurnoor Brar, a towering 25-year-old pacer, earned his maiden India call-up for Tests and ODIs, impressing selectors with his searing pace and disconcerting bounce. Having been noticed by Shubman Gill, Shikhar Dhawan, and Ashish Nehra, Brar's journey highlights his potential to trouble batsmen with his natural attributes.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive batting has instilled fear in IPL 2026 bowlers, as evidenced by Mohammed Siraj's relieved celebration after dismissing him. Sooryavanshi's fearless aggression, including hitting Siraj for a six and then attacking Rabada, put Gujarat Titans under pressure. Siraj's tactical bouncer eventually ended the teenager's impactful innings.

India national cricket team retained most of its core squad for the Afghanistan tour, while resting Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah for workload management. New faces like Prince Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, and Harsh Dubey earned call-ups across formats. Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya returned to the ODI setup, while players including Rishabh Pant, Mohammed Siraj, and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

Gujarat Titans secured a thrilling four-wicket victory over Punjab Kings, successfully chasing down 164 with just one ball remaining. Washington Sundar's unbeaten 40 off 23 balls, including a match-winning six, guided the Titans to a crucial win in a tense finish. Despite the loss, Punjab Kings maintain a strong position on the points table.

Gujarat Titans' Ashok Sharma has become IPL 2026's breakout star, consistently bowling over 150 kph and even recording the tournament's fastest delivery at 154.2 kph. Inspired by legends like Brett Lee and Dale Steyn, the 23-year-old credits coach Ashish Nehra for honing his discipline and match awareness, focusing on Test-match lengths first.

After two early losses, Gujarat Titans bounced back with three straight wins to reach fourth in IPL 2026. Coach Ashish Nehra’s leadership has been key, earning praise from Harbhajan Singh for his energy and team bonding. Shubman Gill’s 86 and Kagiso Rabada’s 3/29 sealed their latest win. Despite modest NRR, GT aim to continue momentum against Mumbai Indians.

Despite being the world's top bowler, Rashid Khan was once rejected at an under-19 national trial in Afghanistan after being forced to choose between batting and bowling. He chose batting, faced a few balls, and was dismissed. Later, he made history as the first Afghan to captain and win an IPL match.

A heartwarming video shows Jos Buttler's son Charlie assisting former Indian cricketer Ashish Nehra with his luggage. This simple act of kindness has captured attention on social media. The clip highlights a touching moment beyond the cricket field, showcasing the friendly nature of the sport. Viewers have responded with widespread appreciation for the gesture.

Arshdeep Singh delivered a match-turning spell for Punjab Kings, taking two wickets in two balls against Mumbai Indians. He dismissed Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav to reach the milestone of 100 IPL wickets. Arshdeep joined an elite group of left-arm pacers like Trent Boult and Zaheer Khan, giving Punjab early control and shifting momentum decisively.

Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra's animated reaction to a costly overthrow during Delhi Capitals' chase became a talking point. A deflected ball gifted five runs, nearly costing GT a tense one-run victory. This incident underscored how crucial even minor fielding lapses can be in tightly contested matches, highlighting the fine margins that decide outcomes.

Lucknow Super Giants return home with two consecutive wins but face concerns over their patchy powerplay starts. Despite a strong middle order and bowling, their top batters, including Nicholas Pooran, are yet to fully impress. Gujarat Titans, boosted by Shubman Gill's return, will test LSG's ability to overcome these early-innings struggles.

Parag said he had a different plan initially but changed it after Jurel’s input. "I was actually going to switch the order but credit to Jurel - he asked me to go with Jofra for the 19th. Wanted to go as fast as possible and as straight as possible," Parag said after the match.

Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals have started IPL 2026 strongly. Both teams registered their second successive victories on Saturday. Rajasthan Royals defeated Gujarat Titans by six runs. Delhi Capitals secured a six-wicket win against Mumbai Indians. These wins place both teams at the top of the points table.

Despite a disappointing 2024 season, Gujarat Titans head coach Ashish Nehra is confident of a strong comeback in IPL 2026. The team, led by Shubman Gill, aims to compete and win, a mindset that has been consistent since their debut. Gujarat Titans will commence their campaign against Punjab Kings on March 31.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill desires his fast bowlers to exhibit the same intensity and aggression as former India pacer Ashish Nehra. Gill wants his pace attack to be fierce, drawing inspiration from Nehra's passionate on-field demeanor. This comes as the team aims to rectify mistakes from last season and contend for the IPL 2026 title.