Shubman Gill To Rashid Khan: 5 Captaincy Options For Gujarat Titans If Hardik Pandya Moves To Mumbai Indians Ahead Of IPL 2024 Auction

Hardik is most likely going to Mumbai Indians, if reports are to be believed. As shocking as it sounds, Gujarat Titans are letting their IPL-winning captain go. We don't know about the intricacies of the trade between MI and them as yet, but the move is likely to take place before auction. Check out the captaincy options GT will be left with when Hardik leaves. (Image: ANI)

He is experienced, having led the New Zealand team as well as his former IPL team Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final of the key ICC and IPL tournaments. But the only obstacle could be his availability in the team for the whole edition as well as his injury problems. Williamson is also not getting any younger. He may miss out on captaincy if GT decided to invest in a young talent. (Image: X)

Vijay Shankar is a good leade. He has captained Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy and some white-ball domestic tournaments. He may not be the most likely captaincy options but being an Indian his case becomes stronger as there will be no question on his full-time availability. (Image: ANI)

David Miller is another T20 expert. He has played a big role in Gujarat winning IPL 2022 and reaching the final of IPL 2023. Miller is an experienced T20 and IPL player and the management can bank on him if he promises them his full-time availability with the squad. (Image: ANI)

Rashid Khan leads the MI Emirates team in ILT20. He has also led them to a title win. Rashid is a fierce competitor and has led his national team too in the past. He is a T20 genius, who understands the dynamics of the format. There is great anount of IPL experience too that he has. Also, he could be available for full seasons if fit.  (Image: ANI)

Shubman is the next big thing in Indian cricket. He has matured as a batter in quick time. He is a team player and many feel is the future captain of the Indian men's cricket team. If and when Hardik leaves, Shubman is the ideal candidate to replace him as captain. He has many years left in his cricket and can serve GT for a very long time. (Image: ANI)