Rashid Khan is the trump card for Gujarat Titans at Chepauk: Virender Sehwag. With 24 wickets in 14 games, the Afghan spin wonder is the top-tier league’s joint-leading wicket taker.
Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag delivered his verdict ahead of the important Qualifier 1 matchup between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT), stating that Rashid Khan will be the defending champions’ “trump card.”
Notably, the two heavyweights will square off at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. May 23, for a direct spot in the IPL 2023 final. Prior to Qualifier 1, veteran batsman Virender Sehwag suggested that Rashid Khan will be crucial for Gujarat on the spin-friendly surface at Chepauk.
Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag deliver his verdict before of the important Qualifier 1 match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT), stating that Rashid Khan will be the defending champions’ “trump card.”
Notably, the two heavyweights will square off on Tuesday, May 23.
The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai for a direct spot in the IPL 2023 final. Prior to Qualifier 1, former batter Sehwag remarked that Rashid Khan will be crucial for Gujarat on the spin-friendly surface at Chepauk.
“Rashid Khan is Gujarat’s trump card.” They bring him if they want wickets. The way Hardik has utilised Rashid is also impressive. Rashid likes to break partnerships, and he has now become the most successful bowler this season as a result of his outstanding performance,” Sehwag stated on Star Sports Cricket Live.
It is worth noting that the Afghan spin star, along with compatriot Mohammed Shami. The joint-leading wicket-taker in the top-tier league with 24 scalps in 14 games. He has one four-wicket haul with an average economy of 7.82.
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Gujarat is undefeated in the IPL versus CSK
For the record, the defending champions have a fantastic record versus the four-time champions in the lucrative T20 competition. Hardik Pandya and co. have stamped their authority on three occasions so far and will be looking to extend their winning streak against the yellow outfit.
Notably, the Titans finished the group stage atop the IPL Points Table with 20 points, courtesy of 10 wins. On the other hand, MS Dhoni’s Super Kings sit second on the table with 17 points. After winning eight matches and losing one. Both teams will be looking to secure their position in the summit showdown on the first try, so expect an interesting clash.
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