IPL 2024

“Miracle, Miracle!”- Fans react as Gujarat Titans retain Hardik Pandya for IPL 2024

In an unexpected turn of events, Hardik Pandya has been retained by the Gujarat Titans for the upcoming IPL 2024 season. This comes after earlier reports suggested that Pandya would be traded back to his former team, the Mumbai Indians. The speculation surrounding Pandya’s future was intense, making this a significant development in the IPL landscape.

Pandya, who captained the Titans to victory in their debut IPL season in 2022, has been a crucial player for the franchise. His all-round skills and leadership qualities have been instrumental in the team’s success. While the reasons behind Pandya’s retention remain unclear, it is possible that the Titans insisted on a player swap which the Mumbai-based franchise declined.

It is to be noted that the trading window will remain open till December 12 so, the transfer may still materialize.

Gujarat Titans release 8 players

The Gujarat Titans have released eight players: Yash Dayal, KS Bharat, Shivam Mavi, Urvil Patel, Pradeep Sangwan, Odean Smith, Alzarri Joseph, and Dasun Shanaka. This decision aligns with the team’s plans to revamp their squad and utilize their available resources effectively.

The decision to release Mavi has raised eyebrows, as he is considered to be a highly talented young bowler. However, there is a possibility that the Titans are hoping to buy him back at a lower price in the auction. It is also possible that Mavi requested to be released due to limited playing time in 2023.

Emerging as a formidable force in the IPL arena, the Gujarat Titans, having made their debut in 2022, have consistently demonstrated their prowess. With one title under their belt and a runners-up position in another, they are determined to maintain their reputation. To achieve this goal, they will enter the upcoming auction to address the gaps in their squad and strengthen their overall performance. With a purse of 13.85 Cr, they are poised to make some crucial acquisitions during the auction.

Here’s how ‘X-verse’ has reacted to this stunning revelation:

Gujarat fans right now 🤣🤣#IPLRetentions pic.twitter.com/gK15yspZVS

— 💪🎭..Rai ji..💪🎭 (@Vinod_r108) November 26, 2023

https://twitter.com/IAmGrootX18/status/1728744419359387951

Big shock for MI. What happened to deal?

— Indian Stats & Index (@statsfeed_india) November 26, 2023

What the hell? All the news was roaming around was fake 🤮🤮

— Manu (@virat_facts) November 26, 2023

Where are the Cricket Pundits now ?? 👀 pic.twitter.com/jeuootl7XV

— The Khel India (@TheKhelIndia) November 26, 2023

Hardik be like: 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/zg0R0ZcwPS

— Bored_biotechnologist (@imbb_vhc) November 26, 2023

fake rumour to hype the retention

— NO CONTEXT VIBE (@No_Context_Vibe) November 26, 2023

Feel for Two fcs 😂🤣🤣. They worked day night

— Hitman Gopi (@itsgopi45) November 26, 2023