In a significant move, the Gujarat Titans have named Shubman Gill as their new captain, replacing Hardik Pandya who has decided to return to his former team Mumbai Indians. Gill, the Orange Cap winner of the 2023 IPL season, will take on the leadership role for the Titans, carrying forward the team’s impressive performance.
Gill’s appointment as captain is a testament to his remarkable growth and leadership qualities, as observed by Vikram Solanki, the Director of Cricket for Gujarat Titans. Solanki commended Gill’s maturity and skill, both on and off the field, highlighting his instrumental role in the team’s success.
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While acknowledging Hardik Pandya’s contribution in leading the Titans to an IPL title in 2022 and a runner-up finish in 2023, the franchise respected his decision to return to Mumbai Indians, where he started his IPL journey.
Welcome back 𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘! 💙 #OneFamily https://t.co/rrP5s36xn2
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) November 27, 2023
🚨 CAPTAIN GILL reporting!
𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐢𝐥𝐥 is ready to lead the Titans in the upcoming season with grit and exuberance 👊
Wishing you only the best for this new innings! 🤩#AavaDe pic.twitter.com/PrYlgNBtNU
— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) November 27, 2023
Farewell and best wishes on your next journey.
Go well, HP! #IPLRetention pic.twitter.com/awCxZzXesc— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) November 27, 2023
Gill’s exceptional performance in the 2023 IPL, amassing 890 runs at an average of 59.33, solidified his position as the frontrunner for the captaincy. His remarkable batting prowess and leadership potential made him the ideal choice to represent Gujarat Titans and lead the team into the future. Shubman Gill, expressing his gratitude for the opportunity, expressed his excitement in taking on the captaincy and vowed to continue the Titans’ exciting brand of cricket.
Hardik Pandya’s homecoming to Mumbai Indians marks a sentimental return to his roots, where he will once again team up with stalwarts like Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and Ishan Kishan. Having played a pivotal role in MI’s four IPL triumphs from 2015 to 2021, Hardik’s return is expected to strengthen the team’s all-round capabilities.
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Australian all-rounder Cameron Green has joined Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a blockbuster trade deal ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction. The move sees Green switch from Mumbai Indians (MI) in what is one of the most expensive trades in IPL history. MI had acquired Green for a staggering INR 17.5 crore in the previous auction.
Bengaluru’s Greenery 🤝 Green’s monstrous hits – time to make safety helmets at the Cubbon Park mandatory.
You’ll enjoy the love of the best fans in the world, Greeny! ❤️#PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #IPL2024 @CameronGreen_ pic.twitter.com/VXo8Df2VfC
— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) November 27, 2023
