IPL 2024 Auction: Pandya’s Departure and Leadership Void
IPL 2024 Auction, The Gujarat Titans (GT) shook the cricketing world by parting ways with their skipper, Hardik Pandya, in a surprise trade to the Mumbai Indians on the final day of player retention submissions. Pandya, instrumental in leading the team to their debut IPL title, leaves a leadership vacuum for GT. The hunt for a new captain either from within the team or via the auction is now underway.
Despite Pandya’s departure, the Gujarat Titans had a stellar run in the IPL, securing runners-up position in the 2023 season, where they narrowly missed out on a title against CSK in the final. Notably, they marked a phenomenal debut in the league, clinching ten victories and claiming the top spot on the points table. Their strategic prowess propelled them to two finals in their first two seasons, emerging victorious once.
Player Releases and Trade Window in IPL 2024
In the preceding season, the BCCI permitted franchises to utilize the “TRADE” option, facilitating player exchanges or all-cash deals between teams within the IPL Trade Window.
Players released by teams for IPL 2024 will enter the auction pool, offering them the chance to join a different team before the league commences.As per IPL regulations, each franchise can maintain a squad of 25.
Players, with a cap of 8 foreign players. Additionally, in the Playing XI, teams can include a maximum of 4 overseas players.
IPL 2024 Auction Schedule and Venue
The IPL 2024 Auction, scheduled by the BCCI, is set to take place in Dubai on December 19. The final submission deadline for the list of released and retained players is November 26.
Venue for IPL Auction 2024
The BCCI’s plan is to conduct the IPL 2024 Auction in Dubai. As this is categorized as a mini-auction, it will be a single-day event. Notably, this auction marks a significant milestone as it will be the first of its kind to be held overseas.
Gujarat Titans’ Released Players for IPL 2024 Auction
The Titans have chosen to release a total of 8 players ahead of the IPL 2024 Auction. Among them are pacer Yash Dayal, former Sri Lankan skipper Dasun Shanaka, Odean Smith, Pradeep Sangwan, and Urvil Patel. Notably, Yash Dayal gained unwanted attention last season for conceding five sixes to Rinku Singh. Here’s the confirmed list of players released by GT:
- Yash Dayal
- KS Bharat
- Shivam Mavi
- Urvil Patel
- Pradeep Sangwan
- Odean Smith
- Alzarri Joseph
- Dasun Shanaka
Gujarat Titans Retained Players for IPL 2024 Auction
Initially, Gujarat Titans retained skipper Hardik Pandya, but news surfaced later that Mumbai Indians secured the all-rounder’s services. Nonetheless, other prominent figures such as Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Mohammed Shami, and IPL 2023 revelation Sudarshan were retained for the upcoming season. Here’s the finalized list of players retained by GT:
- Shubman Gill
- Sai Sudarshan
- Abhinav Sadarangani
- David Miller
- Matthew Wade (wk)
- Wriddhiman Saha (wk)
- Rashid Khan
- Darshan Nalkande
- R Sai Kishore
- Noor Ahmad
- Mohammed Shami
- Vijay Shankar
- Jayant Yadav
- Rahul Tewatia
- Joshua Little
- Mohit Sharma
- Abhinav Manohar
IPL 2024 Teams Purse Value
Before the Hardik Pandya trade, Gujarat Titans had a remaining purse of INR 13.85 crores, one of the lowest among the franchises. The increase in purse value by INR 5 crores, taking it close to INR 100 crores, provides the team with additional flexibility for the upcoming auction.
Verdict
Despite the departure of their captain, Gujarat Titans possess a formidable core and will likely focus on minor adjustments to their lineup as they aim to surpass their previous season’s performance and claim their second IPL title.
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IPL 2024 Live Streaming
Get ready for the thrill of the Indian Premier League T20 2024, streaming live on JioCinema! Starting from March 31st, cricket enthusiasts in India can catch all the electrifying action of the IPL right from the comfort of their homes or on-the-go.
The 2024 season features a total of 10 powerhouse teams including CSK, MI, RCB, RR, KKR, DC, SRH, LSG, GT, and PBKS battling it out in exhilarating matches across various home and away grounds. JioCinema has secured exclusive mobile streaming rights, ensuring that cricket aficionados won’t miss a single moment of this high-octane tournament.
Whether you’re using the JioCinema website, mobile app on iOS or Android, or tuning in via the Jio TV app, IPL matches will be readily available for free online streaming. Fans can immerse themselves in the live cricketing action through any web browser or by accessing the JioCinema app.
The Indian Premier League, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India and overseen by the IPL Governing Body, promises yet another season of unparalleled cricketing excitement. The Gujarat Titans, reigning champions in their debut, will defend their title fiercely in what’s anticipated to be a riveting season ahead.