Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has showered praise on Gujarat Titans (GT), saying that having multiple match-winners has earned them success in IPL 2022. Playing their first-ever tournament, Hardik Pandya and Co. finished top in the points table and also made it to the finals.
From skipper Hardik Pandya to David Miller and Mohammed Shami to Rashid Khan, Gujarat have been aided by excellent performances under pressure from a number of players. Aakash Chopra explained that with almost every member of the playing XI making a significant contribution, the opposition can never relax.
In a Q & A session on his YouTube channel, Chopra was asked for his views on why Gujarat have been so successful in their maiden season in the IPL. The cricketer-turned-commentator said:
“What has separated the Gujarat Titans from the other teams is that they have had different match-winners. It’s a very bizarre thing to say, but this is what it is.
He added:
“Different players have put their hands up in difficult situations and have made themselves counted. Match-winning contributions in GT have not been restricted to 3-4 players. No one can stop such a team from winning.”
“We are familiar with the pitch and the ground of Ahmedabad” – GT pacer Yash Dayal
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is set to host the summit clash of IPL 2022. Yash Dayal mentioned that GT know the wicket well as they had their pre-season training camp at the same venue.
“The atmosphere of the team is very good, everyone is excited for the final. Our entire focus is on playing well in the final. We are familiar with the pitch and ground of Ahmedabad as our camp was earlier located. And this is our home ground so it is exciting. The whole team’s focus is on winning the final,” the youngster said to ANI.
Gujarat Titans will face the winners of Qualifier 2 in the IPL 2022 final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.