Jason Holder believes Gujarat Titans are still not at their best, even after the franchise extended its surge to a third straight victory in the IPL 2026 playoff race. Speaking after GT edged Punjab Kings in a tense chase, the West Indies all-rounder said the team’s current momentum is real—but not yet the full picture.
Gujarat Titans overcame league leaders Punjab Kings by four wickets, keeping their late run firmly on track. For Holder, the encouraging part is that the side is finding ways to collect the two points repeatedly, despite feeling there is more to come from its performances.
Quick facts
- Gujarat Titans recorded their third consecutive win in IPL 2026.
- GT beat Punjab Kings by four wickets in a close chase.
- Holder said the team has not yet played its best cricket.
- GT chased a total of 164, finishing the job on the penultimate ball.
- Holder cited pace bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj as key contributors.
Collective effort driving GT’s resurgence
Holder’s message focused on the way Gujarat has been operating as a group. He stressed that their results are not being built on one standout performer, but on different players stepping forward on different days to keep the team moving in the right direction.
That team-first approach has helped GT handle pressure situations, including the latest win where the chase of 164 was completed with minimal breathing room. Even with the narrow margin, Holder argued that the tournament stage demands outcomes over ornamentation — wins and points come first.
“The first priority is always to win the game… and to make sure we accumulate two points every time we play,” Holder said, highlighting that momentum is what the team is trying to build as the season enters its crucial phase.
Pace attack sets the tone
While Holder has contributed with seven wickets across four matches, he pointed to Gujarat’s pace resources as the foundation for their upward swing. He singled out Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj, saying both have been impactful throughout the competition and have consistently made it difficult for opposing batters.
Holder also referenced a tactical detail that stood out during the match. He noted how rarely a side uses two bowlers for three overs back-to-back during a Powerplay, framing it as evidence of the quality and confidence behind Gujarat’s bowling plans.
Momentum building at the right time
With three consecutive victories, Gujarat Titans have revived their campaign and moved back into strong contention for a playoff place. Holder believes the key for the remaining games is not chasing perfection, but maintaining consistency as results keep stacking up.
He summed it up by saying the team is “on a bit of a roll” and now has to stay steady, trusting that scoring rhythms and match momentum will follow if they keep their standards in place.
