North India Statesman
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The Gujarat Titans have suffered a major setback between the Indian Premier League 2025. New Zealand all -rounder Glenn Philips has been ruled out of the entire tournament due to a back injury. This news has come at a time when the team has already lost the services of fast bowler Kagiso Rabada, who have returned home due to personal reasons.
He was injured while fielding against SRH
28 -year -old Glenn Philips suffered injuries during the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The injury was so serious that he had to take him out of the field immediately. Philips did not get a chance to play a single match so far this season, but the team had high hopes in their ahead of them.
In an official statement, Gujarat Titans confirmed his injury, saying, “Glenn Philips wishes to recover soon.”
Philips: Fantastic fielder and explosive batsman
Glenn Philips is known for his banging batting and incredible fielding. He has done a match -changing fielding for New Zealand in many matches and also has the ability to play big innings in batting. In the mega auction of IPL 2025, Gujarat bought him at a base price of Rs 2 crore.
Suspense on replacement remains intact
At present, it is not clear which player Gujarat will include their place in the team. Gujarat Titans already have some foreign options:
- Jose Butler (England)
- Sherfen Rutherford (West Indies)
- Garald COTJA (South Africa)
- Rashid Khan and Karim Janat (Afghanistan)
Gujarat’s team management will now have to choose one of these options or a new player may have to call as a replacement.
Gujarat Titans in the rhythm of victory
Gujarat Titans have performed brilliantly in IPL 2025 under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. The team has won four in their first five matches and lost only one match. Along with this, the team remains in the top position in the points table.
