The Gujarat Titans have appointed former Australian star Matthew Hayden as their batting coach for the forthcoming TATA IPL 2026 season. The announcement represents a change in the franchise's strategy as they seek to combine their young team with seasoned international experience.

Hayden, a two-time ICC Cricket World Cup champion with CSK, will bring his vast experience to the team. The Aussie star has over 15,000 international runs for Australia to his name and was famous for his aggressive approach, perfect for T20 cricket. His appointment could be a key factor in improving Gujrata Giant's approach in the Powerplay.