Shubman Gill with Virat Kohli©
Gujarat Titans are all set to avenge their big defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru as both teams face each other again on Saturday. In their previous clash, GT scored a total of 200/3 in 20 overs, which was easily chased by RCB in just 16 overs. Will Jacks was the real hero of that clash with his magnificent 41-ball unbeaten century. The upcoming clash will be important for both teams as these two points could play a crucial role in qualifying for the Playoffs.
Before the match in Bengaluru, GT skipper Shubman Gill reached the training ground where he met RCB star Virat Kohli and the duo gave an adorable moment for the fans. The meeting took place a few days after BCCI announced the T20 World Cup squads. Shubman Gill has been included in the reserves, while Kohli is part of the squad.
As soon as Gill met Kohli, the latter pulled his leg saying, “Badi jaldi aaya practice mei (You came so early to practice)!”.
New reunion#AavaDe | #GTKarshe | #RCBvGT @ShubmanGill @imVkohli https://t.co/DUja4g8x5t pic.twitter.com/cVU2A0736c
— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) May 3, 2024
Talking about the current IPL form, Kohli has scored a whopping 500 runs in 10 matches and is one of the highest run-scorers of the season. His count includes one century and four half-centuries.
On the other hand, Gill has had an average performance with the bat as he has managed to score 320 runs in 10 matches. His strikeout percentage is 140.97, while his batting average is 35.56.
Besides the IPL, Kohli has been included in India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup. However, Gill has failed to secure a spot as the selectors have named skipper Rohit Sharma and youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal as the two openers for the big event.
Gill has been named in the reserves along with Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan.
All-rounder Hardik Pandya returned to international cricket and will serve as Rohit's deputy in the World Cup. Besides him, Chennai Super Kings batsman Shivam Dube has also been included in the squad.
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