IPL 2022: 5 Players who played for Gujarat Lions and could be picked in Gujarat Titans

The mega auction of IPL 2022 is just around the corner. On February 12th, all 10 franchises will start their new chapters in the tournament’s history. However, the two new entrants- Ahmedabad & Lucknow will bid for the first time in an IPL auction.

Perhaps for the Ahmedabad franchise, they in total have to sign maximum 22 players at the auction table. Including the 7 overseas cricketers, they have to stack up a squad of 25 sturdy individuals. Therefore, maybe picking a few players from their predecessor franchise (Gujarat Lions) could be an exciting option to explore.

Hence in this list, let’s check out 5 former GL players that Gujarat Titans can pick in the mega auction:

1. Jason Roy

As a T20 batter, Jason Roy is a mega explosive package. For England, Roy epitomizes the skill of action-packed gameplay. In fact in T20Is, the cricketer also enjoys the best batting strike rates amongst his top-order contemporaries. Though in the IPL, the 31-year old possesses a modest record, his recent form will allure many franchises to bag him.

So far the Englishman has played 13 IPL games representing franchises like Delhi, Hyderabad and Gujarat. For Gujarat Lions, Roy had just played three games averaging under 30 with a thrilling strike rate of 147.50. Even his base price of INR 2 Crore adequately matches the value that the batter brings in.

Perhaps even in terms of Ahmedabad’s opening combination, Roy looks tailor-made to partner with the steadfast services of Shubman Gill. Overall, if skipper Hardik Pandya wants to play a vigorous brand of cricket then Jason Roy could be an ideal solution.

2. Ishan Kishan

Well, surprisingly Ishan Kishan wasn’t expected to become available in the mega auction. The youngster who exhibits multiple skillsets and utter flexibility was sure-shot believed to be seized by the new teams. However, the mega auction will again allow Gujarat Titans to sign this extravagant cricketer.

Perhaps as a player, firstly Ishan will form a strong Indian core along with the captain and Shubman Gill. Secondly, his versatile skillset, will not only make him bat in the top four but also perform the gloveman duties. Also barring the tangible benefits, the 23-year old can rightly become the future face of the franchise in the times ahead.

Overall by all accounts, if Ishan gets picked then straightforwardly the individual will become the vital cog of the team. However, to fetch him, Gujarat Titans will have to fight an intense bidding war with other franchises.

3. Dwayne Bravo

After bagging the likes of Pandya, Gill and Rashid Khan, the franchise’s next mission will be to fetch a premier overseas pacer. Just like all IPL teams, Ahmedabad will look to infuse an adequate pace battery. Therefore in such a quest, someone like DJ Bravo will smoothly come to the fore.

Perhaps additionally, if the team wants to pick bowling all-rounders then Bravo will intensely be under the radar. As the WI all-rounder can not only enclose the death bowling, his secondary skills will in general elongate the team’s batting.

All in all, even by signing Hardik Pandya, the Ahmedabad franchise has exhibited a statement of building a dynamic squad. Maybe much like CSK in 2021, the management might want depth and flexibility both in their bowling and batting departments.

4. Andrew Tye

Unfortunately, if the Ahmedabad franchise fails to sign any marquee pacer, then expect the management to go full throttle to bag bowlers like AJ Tye. As fast-bowlers like Tye are relatively cheaply available, they inevitably will be the backup or secondary options of many teams.

Perhaps with regards to this selection, the 35-year old will attract bids because of his remarkable BBL 11. By emerging as the third-highest wicket-taker, Tye scalped 25 wickets from 16 games. More importantly, by mainly operating as end overs specialist, Tye’s economy exceptionally stood around 8.

Overall, with even regards to the IPL, this Aussie speedster has won a purple cap in 2018. All in all, possibly if Tye goes unsold initially then the Ahmedabad management can pooch a steal deal on his base price.

5. Aaron Finch

Just like most IPL teams, even Gujarat Titans will prefer having a solid overseas opener. Though to bag someone in the mega auction won’t be an issue, it will be better if the franchise signs proved entities. That’s why someone like Aaron Finch could be a fair buy at an economical price tag.

Perhaps in terms of Finch’s demand, not many teams will be specifically eyeing this Australian. Maybe his reasonable performances in IPL 2020 for RCB, might form a negative notion about the cricketer. However, with regards to Finch’s potential, the 35-year old can still bring a lot to the table.

For Gujarat Titans, Finch can not only provide quick or steadfast starts but also can assist Hardik in terms of captaincy. And sadly if some leadership issues arise even then Finch can smoothly step in. Overall, if IPL 2022 is also happening in Maharashtra then the wickets will certainly bring the best from veteran’s batting.