In his first match of IPL 2026, Jason Holder delivered an outstanding performance for Gujarat Titans (GT) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), leading his team to a comfortable victory. Holder was named Player of the Match after taking 2 wickets for 29 runs, catching three balls, and scoring 12 crucial runs. His ability to contribute both as a bowler and a batsman has been highlighted by GT's director of cricket, Vikram Solanki, who noted Holder's impressive statistics over the past year, including 742 runs in 41 T20 innings at a strike rate of 162.36. Holder's experience and skill set, which includes the ability to bat higher in the order and bowl in various phases of the game, have made him a vital addition to the team, especially following Glenn Phillips' underwhelming performance. With Holder's contributions, GT aims to strengthen their position in the tournament.