Defending champions Gujarat Titans have started the 16th season of IPL with a bang. Gujarat Titans defeated Chennai Super Kings in the opening match by 5 wickets. Gujarat Titans look like a strong team, be it batting or bowling. But in the very first match, Gujarat Titans got a big shock.
Kiwi player Kane Williamson got injured while saving runs for his team against CSK. He is out of this entire season after getting injured. Meanwhile, former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has advised Hardik Pandya to include Australian player Steve Smith.
According To Sanjay Manjrekar, This Player Will Replace Kane Williamson
New Zealand player Kane Williamson could play a significant role as number-3 for Gujarat Titans. But the tension in the franchise has increased due to his exit. Gujarat Titans will have to announce the replacement of Kane Williamson soon.
Meanwhile, former Indian player Sanjay Manjrekar while talking on Star Sports, said Steve Smith is the kind of player the team needs. Plus, he fits perfectly with the new rules. I would have liked to see Smith’s captaincy; we noticed that and discussed it in the India-Australia series. Hardik Pandya needs a little help, which he admitted. So it can be an excellent decision.
Will Steve Smith Be Seen Playing In IPL 2023?
Steve Smith did not give his name for IPL 2023 auction. Steve Smith is currently seen doing commentary for Star Sports. Talking about the chances of playing in IPL 2023, Steve Smith said, I don’t know whether I will be able to qualify or not. I didn’t even involve myself in the auction.
So I don’t think it’s a possibility. So maybe next year we’ll see what happens. It will be incredible coming up against the best players worldwide, learning from each of them, and sharing the dressing room with players like MS Dhoni and Jos Buttler.
