Gujarat Titans’ Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki said that the franchise is contended with Hardik Pandya’s progress regarding his fitness. Pandya will lead the new IPL team for the first time in a match against the Lucknow Super Giants, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, according to the IPL 2022 schedule.The franchise appointed Hardik Pandya as captain after acquiring the all-rounder prior to the mega auction. His on-field role is yet to be determined as he continues to recover from an injury that restricted him from bowling long spells.
Solanki said:
“Hardik is working extremely hard in all aspects of his game, from the rehabilitation and recovery point of view. He is conscious that he has to get up to speed with batting, bowling and fielding… He is on his path to recovery and playing a full part but we have to be patient with the demands.”
He added:
“Remember, he is coming back from an injury. Hardik as a batsman is an exceptional addition to any team. But if we take batting, bowling, and fielding together, then he’s a complete package. But having said all that, we have to be conscious of his long-term plans. We are very happy with the way he is progressing.”
