Hardik Pandya is a brilliant captaincy material and is en route to making a name for himself in international cricket. The way he implied his tactical strategies were there for everyone to see in the cash-rich IPL.
When he captained Gujarat Titans, there was a sense of positivity surrounding the team. Under his captaincy, GT took the safe route and got the job done by not just making it to the finals but winning the final encounter.
Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans scripted history by beating Rajasthan Royals in the finals, in what was a massive accomplishment in the franchise’s debut season. It was an absolute visual treat for the fans who supported the team.
Ravi Shastri highlights the main qualities of Hardik Pandya as captaincy material
Meanwhile, all eyes are on Hardik Pandya as he has been appointed as the stand-in skipper for the three-match T20I series against Kane Williamson-led New Zealand cricket team.
Sadly, the fans didn’t get to witness the T20I series opener as the game was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain. The second T20I will be played on November 20 (Sunday) at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui.
Meanwhile, Ravi Shastri, while speaking to the broadcasters ahead of the first T20I, the Indian commentator highlighted when someone is as impactful as Hardik Pandya, as was legendary Kapil Dev, then it would set the tone for the other cricketers to up their ante in the game.
Moreover, it would make things much easier to produce results on a consistent basis, in what would lead Team India to an ICC title. India last won an ICC title in 2013 when they beat England to win the Champions Trophy.
Ravi Shastri further added that he is certainly looking forward to seeing how Hardik Pandya goes about his business as a captain.
