Gujarat Titans (GT) have had a strong start to their debut season in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and have won both matches so far. The Hardik Pandya led side has managed to get their combinations right in both the batting and bowling departments. Shubman Gill has stepped up to bat at the top of the order, while skipper Hardik, spinner Rashid Khan and star pacer Mohammed Shami have ticked all the boxes so far.
Here’s how Gujarat Titans could stack up against Punjab Kings:
1. Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill has had a mixed season so far after being drafted by GT. While he was sacked on his debut for a three-ball duck, Gill scored the team’s highest score with a blistering 84 out of 46 balls against CSK.
2. Matthew Wade
Matthew Wade will again open the at bat with Gill. However, Wade hasn’t quite lived up to expectations so far, especially after what he accomplished at the T20 World Cup last year.
3. Vijay Shankar
So far it hasn’t really clicked for Vijay Shankar in a GT shirt. He has failed to contribute with bat, nor has he been as effective with ball. However, management might give him another chance before looking for an alternative.
4. Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya has had a dream start to his captaincy, with the team winning both matches so far. Hardik led the team from the front and contributed to both divisions of the game.
5. David Miller
David Miller has been a handy client for the team, scoring 50 points in two games so far. However, in the upcoming matches, he will look forward to playing a big blow for his team.
6. Abhinav Manohar
Abhinav Manohar has not really had anything to do so far and will try to contribute for the team if the opportunity arises.
7. Rahul Tewatia
Tewatia has been passable with the bat so far, but only got the chance to bowl in the previous match. He is another player who would like to impress management.
8. Rashid Khan
Rashid Khan has already cemented his place in the team despite not being at his best so far this season. However, he has managed to bowl well in both matches and gives his all in the outfield as well.
9. Lockie Ferguson
After struggling with injuries for the past two seasons, Lockie Ferguson has finally managed to do justice to his talent. Aside from his ability to control the flow of runs, he has also managed to take four wickets so far this season.
10. Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami is an established name in world cricket and needs no introduction. The 31-year-old has already bagged five wickets and will add more to his tally in the coming matches.
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11. Varun Aaron
Varun Aaron has been a bit expensive so far this season but has managed to take a few wickets. He will try to make it up in the next matches.
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