In a major rejig, Gujarat Titans are set to appoint former India wicket-keeper batter Parthiv Patel as their batting mentor ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Parthiv will replace former South African opener Gary Kirsten, who prior to joining Pakistan as white-ball head coach worked as batting coach and mentor for Gujarat Titans between 2022 and 2024.  Mohammed Shami Makes Big Revelation Ahead of IPL 2025 Retentions, Says He Is Yet to Receive Offer From Gujarat Titans (Watch Video).

As reported by Times of India, Patel will work under Ashish Nehra, who has been Titans' head coach since their inaugural season in 2022. Former England international Vikram Solanki will continue to work as Director of Cricket for GT.

The support staff also consists of former cricketers Aashish Kapoor and Mithun Manhas, who work as assistant coaches. Parthiv brings vast experience as support staff having worked with the IPL franchise, Mumbai Indians (MI). MS Dhoni to Play in IPL 2025 or Not? Here's What Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan Has to Say On Ex-CSK Captain's Retention.

The cricketer-turned-commentator worked as a talent scout for MI after taking retirement from professional cricket in 2020. Apart from scouting duties, Parthiv has been busy with commentating duties which adds to his worth having witnessed players from close quarters.

Gujarat Titans will look to regain their lost charm after a poor IPL 2024 edition, where the Ahmedabad-based franchise finished as lowly as eighth in the standings.

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