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‘He Understands the Game Properly’: Afghanistan All-Rounder Hails Captaincy of Gujarat Titans Skipper Shubman Gill

Vishnu PN

He has been leading the Gujarat Titans in the IPL since 2024.

Afghanistan all-rounder Rashid Khan believes that his Gujarat Titans (GT) teammate Shubman Gill has everything in him not just as a player, but also as a captain. Gill has been captaining Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since 2024. Gujarat Titans, however, failed to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs after they finished in eighth place with 12 points.

“Shubman has a bright future not only as a player but also as a captain. He understands the game properly. I saw that in him very early because he plans very well and prepares for pressure situations. He manages his bowlers and fielders well,” Rashid Khan said during the Aava De show on Star Sports.

“To be able to do that as a captain in IPL is commendable because not even World Cups have as much pressure on players like IPL,” he added.

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Gill has been pipped to become India’s next captain across all formats. The 25-year-old did lead India in a five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe in June 2024, which a young Men in Blue side won 4-1.

Rashid Khan joined the Gujarat Titans for INR 15 crore ahead of IPL 2022, wherein they went on to win the title in their debut season. Ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, the 26-year-old was retained for INR 18 crore, making him the team’s biggest retention. Rashid Khan has played 48 matches for Gujarat Titans so far. He has taken 57 wickets while also having scored 329 runs.

Shubman Gill Captaincy Record in IPL 2025

Gill took over the Gujarat Titans from Hardik Pandya ahead of IPL 2024. So far, the Punjab cricketer has led Gujarat Titans in 15 matches, winning seven matches while losing eight.

Gujarat Titans began their IPL 2025 campaign with an 11-run loss to Punjab Kings. However, they have since defeated Mumbai Indians (by 36 runs) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (by eight wickets). GT are currently in third place with four points from three matches. They will next lock horns against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday.

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India's title triumph in the 2007 World Twenty20 (Now called T20 World Cup) is what brought me to cricket. Since then, I have keenly followed all the highs and lows of Indian cricket. From having taken cut-outs of major tournament schedules as a teenager, to writing about my favourite sport and players, I have come a long way, so much so that cricket has become a regular part of my life. For me, nothing can beat a team with Virat Kohli in it, because I believe that the hard work that he puts up, and the commitment he has towards his team, is second to none. 

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