IPL 2022: Best starting XI of Gujarat Titans after mega auction

5. Abhinav Sadarangani:

Abhinav Sadarangani was one of the less-familiar names that went on to bag INR 2.6 crore in the mega auction and the likes of Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders did show interest in the 27-year-old. The Karnataka lad recently made his List A debut and T20 debut for his state in the domestic season and has shown immense potential already.

Franchises have been looking for players who can handle pressures and Sadharangani did impress in the 2021 Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament finals to top score with an excellent 46. In fact, his unbeaten 70 against Saurashtra included six sixes and turned the game on its head for the Karnataka side.

Sadarangani is set to play in the middle order for the Gujarat Titans and he is likely to get an extended run of opportunities as well considering the players on the bench. He will be keen to make the most out of his chances as a lot of franchises are yet to see him on the bigger stage.