- Nationality
India- Cricket
- Gurnoor Singh Brar
- Current Team
- GT
A towering presence in the fast-bowling department, Gurnoor Singh Brar (born May 25, 2000) has rapidly evolved from a net bowler to one of the most feared speedsters in Indian domestic cricket. Standing at an imposing 6’4.5″, the Punjab-born pacer is known for his “hit-the-deck” style, generating uncomfortable bounce and sharp pace that unsettles even the most seasoned batters.
As of January 22, 2026, Gurnoor Brar is entering the IPL 2026 season as a retained player for the Gujarat Titans (GT). Following a dominant domestic cycle where he emerged as a consistent wicket-taker for Punjab, the franchise has held onto him at his acquisition price of ₹1.30 Crore, viewing him as a vital long-term investment in their pace battery.
Gurnoor Brar: Career Profile & 2025–26 Milestones
The Punjab “Speed Merchant” (2025–26)
The 2025–26 season has been a landmark year for Gurnoor’s development. Representing Punjab, he has been the spearhead of their attack across formats:
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Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025–26: On January 16, 2026, Gurnoor featured in the high-stakes VHT Semi-Final against Saurashtra. Despite a tough team result, his opening spell was a masterclass in restrictive pace bowling, further cementing his reputation as a big-match player.
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Ranji Trophy Dominance: During the 2024/25 and 2025/26 first-class cycles, Brar has consistently exploited his height. His career-best figures of 5/14 against Bihar remain a benchmark for fast-bowling excellence in the tournament.
IPL 2026: The Gujarat Titans “X-Factor”
Secured for ₹1.30 Crore after an intense bidding war with Chennai Super Kings, Gurnoor’s retention for 2026 signals head coach Ashish Nehra’s belief in his “raw potential.”
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Tactical Role: For the 2026 season, GT plans to utilize Gurnoor as a specialized “middle-overs enforcer,” using his height to extract bounce on the hard tracks of the Narendra Modi Stadium.
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Mentorship: Working alongside Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor is being groomed as the next generation of India’s high-velocity pace attack.
Lower-Order Batting & Multi-Format Skills
Gurnoor is more than just a specialist bowler. A natural left-handed batter, he famously scored a gritty 64 against Jammu & Kashmir, proving his ability to stabilize an innings and contribute crucial lower-order runs—a trait that adds massive value to his T20 profile.
Gurnoor Brar: Consolidated IPL & T20 Statistics
Data updated as of January 22, 2026.
| Year | Team | Matches | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Econ |
| 2023 | PBKS | 1 | 18 | 42 | 0 | 0/42 | 14.00 |
| Career | Total | 1 | 18 | 42 | 0 | 0/42 | 14.00 |
Domestic Excellence (All Formats)
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | 5W Hauls | High Score |
| First-Class | 12 | 33 | 5/14 | 18.07 | 1 | 64 |
| List A | 1 | 1 | 1/62 | 62.00 | 0 | – |
| T20s (Dom) | 22 | 30 | 5/35 | 21.56 | 1 | 15 |
