The Indian all-rounder has been bought by the CVC-owned Ahmedabad-based franchise for Rs 15 crore.
New Delhi, Former India coach and mentor of the Ahmedabad franchise team of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2022) Gary Kirsten believes that Hardik Pandya is ready to show his leadership ability on the big stage. And having a young and new captain is an advantage for the team. The Indian all-rounder has been bought by the CVC-owned Ahmedabad-based franchise for Rs 15 crore. He has been made the captain of the team.
Kirsten said in ‘Star Sports’ program ‘IPL: Selection Day’, “As a young and new captain, I look forward to working with Hardik Pandya. I think he will be motivated to plan and show as a captain what he is capable of at this level.”
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“He is a wonderful player,” he said. What I’ve heard is that he’s really looking forward to joining the team planning group. I think he understands the importance of this tournament. He is ready to be part of the decision making group from the perspective of the leadership. It’s thrilling to have a player with such skills in our team.”
The franchise has also signed up star Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan and young Indian batsman Shubman Gill. Kirsten is delighted with the presence of these two in the team. “I am really excited to have both of them,” he said. They are both better performers. Gill is especially an amazing player. I think he will play more for India.” He said, “Rashid Khan has proved himself by performing all over the world. I haven’t worked with him yet but am thrilled to be working with him.”
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Sanjeev Goenka, owner of another new IPL franchise Lucknow, said that his team has signed Indian batsman Lokesh Rahul, spinner Ravi Bishnoi and Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis because all three contribute in more than one department. can. “We are not forming the team for just one or two seasons, as we had to do in the case of Pune. We want to build a team that can compete for many years.
“We were looking for players to contribute in more than one field. KL (Rahul) is not only an excellent batsman, he is also a brilliant wicketkeeper. Marcus is a fine finisher (last over specialist), a good bowler and a brilliant fielder. Ravi brings a unique dimension to the spin department and is an exceptional fielder. (agency)