In the latest development, Gujarat Titans are set to replace Gary Kirsten with Parthiv Patel as their new batting mentor for the upcoming edition of IPl 2025. Gary Kirsten, who previously served as the batting coach and mentor for Gujarat Titans parted ways with the franchise to take on a new role as the head coach of Pakistan's men's white-ball cricket team. In December 2020, Patel announced his retirement from all forms of cricket and transitioned into a scouting role with the Mumbai Indians. He also continues his involvement in the sport as a commentator for the IPL and international matches. A report by Times of India revealed that former Indian cricketer Parthiv Patel is set to join the Gujarat Titans (GT) coaching staff, which is led by Ashish Nehra. With his vast IPL experience, Patel is expected to offer a new perspective and valuable insights to the team’s batting lineup, which is captained by Shubman Gill. Before this move, Patel worked with the Mumbai Indians as a talent scout and was frequently seen attending domestic matches across India. Also Read: England Announces Playing XI For the Final Test Match Against Pakistan GT, meanwhile, will be eager to bounce back in their quest for a second IPL title after a somewhat disappointing 2024 season. For the first time since their debut, they failed to reach the playoffs, finishing eighth on the points table. The team's struggles can be traced back to Hardik Pandya's transfer to Mumbai Indians and the unfortunate injury to lead pacer Mohammed Shami during the 2023 ODI World Cup. These factors unsettled their team dynamics, and new captain Shubman Gill couldn't quite find the right rhythm. However, they are hopeful of making a strong comeback in the upcoming IPL season.