GT replacement South African wicketkeeper-batter Connor Esterhuizen
Gujarat Titans have brought in South African wicketkeeper-batter Connor Esterhuizen as a replacement for England’s Tom Banton, who has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League 2026 due to a finger injury. The move adds fresh depth to GT’s squad as they look to maintain balance in their batting and wicketkeeping options for the remainder of the season.
Rising South African Talent
Match-Winning Debut Series Impact
Esterhuizen had a dream start to his international career, delivering standout performances in the series. He went on to win two Player of the Match awards and was also named Player of the Series. His contributions played a key role in South Africa’s comeback victory, as they overturned a 2-1 deficit to win the series 3-2.
Role in Gujarat Titans Setup
First Published: Apr 17 2026 | 6:31 PM IST
