India, April 17 -- The Indian Premier League 2026 season is gaining momentum and many new faces will be visible in every dugout, as franchises are hit by mid-season injuries. Gujarat Titans, who currently sit in 6th place on the table with a win and loss ratio of 50%, are about to face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders side tonight, April 17th. GT captain Shubman Gill would be looking to capitalise on KKR's misery as they hunt for their place in this year's qualifications.

Ahead of this clash, as per the IPL Media Advisory on April 17th, GT have replaced their wicketkeeper-batter Tom Banton, as the Englishman has been ruled out of this long IPL season due to a finger injury. Connor Esterhuizen, the young 24-year-old wicketkeeper-batter ...