Hardik Pandya’s absence will be a big blow for Gujarat Titans. The team must make plans to replace him within the next few seasons. Here, we take a look at three young Indian all-rounders whom GT can buy to groom as Hardik Pandya’s replacement.
Vijay Shankar is now likely to take up the role of Hardik Pandya in the side. However, there must be a few youngsters whom GT should look at in the IPL 2024 auctions.
1) Ramandeep Singh
Ramandeep Singh was recently released by Mumbai Indians. This was the direct impact of Hardik Pandya coming back to the squad. With Hardik there, Ramandeep would not be getting opportunities. Although his recent form has not impressed a lot of people, there is potential in Ramandeep to be a utility T20 cricketer. Hence, the 26-year-old Punjab man might be a good option for Gujarat Titans.
2) Raj Bawa can be future Hardik Pandya’s replacement
Raj Bawa was released by Punjab Kings recently. One of the rising youngsters, Raj showed his all-round skills in the U19 World Cup. He is too raw and is yet to have a good domestic campaign. That said, he has the talent to make it big. Gujarat Titans can invest in this cricketer. He is a left-hander. This might further help the franchise in the long run.
3) R Sonu Yadav
R Sonu Yadav is one of the young Indian all-rounders whom GT can buy to groom as Hardik Pandya’s replacement. The Tamil Nadu all-rounder was a part of RCB last season. He did not get an opportunity. RCB recently released him Sonu is more of a bowling all-rounder. There is something that can be worked on and GT could identify this and target the cricketer. He has good big-hitting skills and if used well with the ball, he can become a top cricketer. Hence, he is on this list.
