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Gujarat Titans have been dealt a significant setback as Mohammed Shami is set to miss the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. Insider information shared with Sports Tak revealed that Shami's absence is due to a left ankle injury needing surgery in London, sidelining him for the entire tournament. This unfortunate development leaves the team without one of its key players for the upcoming IPL season.
Let's take a look at three players who can replace Mohammed Shami in Gujarat Titans' squad.
Raj Limbani
In the vibrant arena of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Gujarat's team boasts seasoned pace bowlers like Umesh Yadav and Mohit Sharma. This formidable lineup opens the door for Gujarat's management to give young talents a chance to shine. Among these emerging stars, Raj Limbani, who recently made waves with his fast bowling at the Under-19 World Cup 2024, could receive a call-up from Gujarat. Despite going unsold at the IPL 2024 auction with a base price of 20 lakh, Limbani's future looks promising. His impressive haul of 11 wickets in 6 matches during the Under-19 World Cup in South Africa positions him as a promising addition to Gujarat's squad.
Ishan Porel
Kamlesh Nagarkoti
The 2018 Under-19 World Cup-winning team members, Shubman Gill and Prithvi Shaw, shared the spotlight with Kamlesh Nagarkoti, known for his speed and swing. Despite a career marred by injuries, preventing him from showcasing his full potential in the IPL, Nagarkoti's expertise in bowling with speed and movement makes him decent option. Having been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Delhi Capitals squads, Nagarkoti, who has claimed only 5 wickets in his IPL career so far, possesses all the qualities needed for T20 cricket. With 19 wickets in 25 T20 matches to his name, Nagarkoti could be a replacement option for Shami in the upcoming season.
Ishan Porel
Ishan Porel has had a stroke of bad luck in his IPL journey, having played only a single match in his career to date. He remained unsold in the IPL 2024 auction. However, Mohammed Shami's recent injury could pave the way for Porel's inclusion in the upcoming season. With a tally of 40 wickets in 29 T20 matches and an impressive economy rate of 7.17, Porel presents a strong case for himself.
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