As the countdown to IPL 2023 begins, there are some interesting updates on the teams and players participating in the cash-rich league. One such update is that the explosive all-rounder and skipper of Gujarat Titans, Hardik Pandya, will be given some rest during the tournament. And in his absence, the young and talented Shubman Gill is set to take over the reins of Gujarat Titans for a few matches.
The news of Hardik Pandya’s absence has come as a surprise to many cricket enthusiasts as he is one of the most valuable players for Mumbai Indians. However, it’s not unusual for players to be rested during immense tough tournament like IPL, especially when it comes to those who have a history of injuries. Hardik, who has had a few injury concerns in the past, will benefit from this rest period as he prepares for a long international cricket season ahead.
On the other hand, Shubman Gill has been in fine form recently and has been touted as one of the brightest young prospects in Indian cricket. He made his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders in 2018 and has since played some brilliant innings for the franchise. The 23-year-old also had a decent outing in the 2022 edition of the tournament, where he scored 483 runs in 16 matches at an average of 132.33.
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With Gill’s impressive performance in the IPL, it comes as no surprise that he has been handed the captaincy of Gujarat Titans for a few matches. It will be a great opportunity for the young batter to showcase his leadership skills and prove his worth as a future captain.
Gujarat Titans, who finished at the top of the points table in IPL 2022, will be looking to replicate the fortunes around in the upcoming season. With a young and talented team, led by the likes of Shubman Gill, the franchise will be hoping to win back-to-back IPL comeback titles.
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The 2023 edition of IPL promises to be an exciting one, with some of the best players in the world set to battle it out for the coveted trophy. The absence of Hardik Pandya may be a setback for Mumbai Indians, but it provides an opportunity for a rising star like Shubman Gill to prove his mettle. It will be interesting to see how the young captain leads Gujarat Titans and whether they can rise up to the challenge and make a mark in the tournament.