Chandigarh, May 28 -- Gujarat Titans (GT) assistant coach Parthiv Patel has lauded West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder for his consistent performances in the ongoing IPL season, saying the franchise had specifically targeted him during the auction due to his all-round abilities and experience in T20 leagues.

Holder, who was picked up by Gujarat for Rs 7 crore in the previous auction, has delivered in crucial stages this season. In nine matches, he has scored 58 runs and taken 15 wickets at an impressive average of 16.46 and an economy rate of 7.63, including a four-wicket haul.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 against Rajasthan Royals (RR), Patel said Holder was always part of the franchise's...