Noor Ahmad has been a fine name in the Indian Premier League, with his penetrative turning flair and 24 wickets until now. Making his debut in 2023, he has accumulated over 24 wickets in the last two seasons. He started off with 16 from 13 games in the first season for Gujarat Titans but had a major slump in 2024 with just eight wickets from 10 matches.
The 24-year-old left arm spinner has actually done quite a few ripples but his dipping numbers have been a major cause of alarm for the Gujarat Titans. With that being said, here are three franchises which may come for him in case if GT lets him go.
#1 KKR
If KKR goes for Noor Ahmad, their key idea will be to use him as a replacement for Sunil Narine. Narine is obviously an absolute wrecking ball but the age isn’t exactly on his side.
On the contrary, this Afghan youngster has shown promise and despite not matching the batting bills of Narine, his wicket-taking capability kind of levels the plane for Noor. Also, a left-arm spinner is always welcome considering the kind of different angles that he creates.
#2 Rajasthan Royals
There is a high possibility that might let Yuzvendra Chahal go. One of the finest leg-spinners in the history of IPL can be a tough one to battle for unless retained. If Chahal is released, they will need someone to step up in his shoes and Noor Ahmad brings in a wild variety of options in his repertoire and also him being fairly young creates a significant difference for RR.
#3 PBKS
With a handful of big foreigners possibly on the retention list, PBKS can let go of Rahul Chahar. If that is the case, then they will need someone to replace the leggie and Noor Ahmad might just be the solution to their woes. A new perspective from Ahmad alongside the wicket-taking capability makes him a like for like substitution for Rahul Chahar.
