Gujarat Titans on Monday appointed Shubman Gill as their captain for the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following Hardik Pandya’s resolution to maneuver again to Mumbai Indians. The Gujarat Titans will obtain Rs 15 crore from MI for the all-cash commerce deal aside from a hefty undisclosed switch payment, part of which may even go to the cricketer.
Once Pandya’s exit was certain, 24-year-old opener Gill was an apparent captaincy selection, having obtained the coveted ‘orange cap’ within the final season with 890 runs, second to solely Virat Kohli’s all-time report of 973. (IPL 2024: GT Trade Out Hardik Pandya To MI, Name Shubman Gill As New Captain)
“I am delighted and proud to assume the captaincy of Gujarat Titans and thank the franchise for their trust in me to lead such a fine team. We have had two exceptional seasons and I keenly look forward to leading the team with our exciting brand of cricket,” Gill mentioned in a press release.
Gujarat Titans on Monday appointed Shubman Gill as their captain for the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following Hardik Pandya‘s resolution to maneuver again to Mumbai Indians.
The Gujarat Titans will obtain Rs 15 crore from MI for the all-cash commerce deal aside from a hefty undisclosed switch payment, part of which may even go to the cricketer.
Once Pandya’s exit was certain, 24-year-old opener Gill was an apparent captaincy selection, having obtained the coveted ‘orange cap’ within the final season with 890 runs, second to solely Virat Kohli’s all-time report of 973.
“I am delighted and proud to assume the captaincy of Gujarat Titans and thank the franchise for their trust in me to lead such a fine team. We have had two exceptional seasons and I keenly look forward to leading the team with our exciting brand of cricket,” Gill mentioned in a press release.
GT Team Director Vikram Solanki acknowledged Pandya’s contribution to the group’s success in then final two seasons.
“As the first captain of Gujarat Titans, Hardik Pandya has helped the franchise deliver two fantastic seasons that resulted in winning one IPL championship and one appearance in the final,” Solanki was quoted as saying in a press release.
“He has now expressed a desire to return to his original team Mumbai Indians. We respect his decision and wish him all the very best in his future endeavours,” the previous England batter additional added.
Solanki, who has carefully labored with the Gill, vouched for his maturity.
“Shubman Gill has shown growth in stature and standing over the last two years at the highest level of the game. We’ve seen him mature not only as a batter but also as a leader in cricket,” Solanki opined.
“His maturity and skill is evident in his on-field performance and we are extremely excited to embark on a new journey with a young leader like Shubman at the helm,” the pinnacle of GT think-tank mentioned.
