The CVC Capital-owned new Ahmedabad-based franchise has unveiled its name three days before the upcoming IPL 2022 mega auction. CVC Capitals had bought the Ahmedabad franchise for a bid of Rs 5625 crores, while the second new franchise Lucknow Super Giants was bought by the RPSG group for RS 7090 crores.
While RPSG group had unveiled its’ franchise name and official logo some time back, the cricket fans were waiting for the Ahmedabad franchise to do the same, but there was no news of anything despite numerous inquiries on social media.
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However, on February 9, 2022, it was revealed that the Ahmedabad franchise have named their team- ‘Gujarat Titans’.
The Gujarat Titans, in an official release, said that they will pay tribute to the state’s rich cricketing legacy which has produced a lot of Indian cricket legends.
Siddharth Patel, Gujarat Titans said: "Our core philosophy of being both a courageous and open hearted team has inspired every decision as we built this franchise from the ground up. We want this group to achieve great things for Gujarat and its many passionate fans, which is why we have chosen the name 'Titans'. Our aim for this cricketing franchise is to be one of the most inspiring and inclusive anywhere in the world, which will help to underpin its long-term success and reputation.”
He added, "As we approach the league's mega auction, we are confident that we will be able to put together the right combination of players going into the new season. We want individuals that are not only highly skilled but who are inspired to be Titans of the game. We look forward to starting on our journey with the passion and support of the people of Gujarat, and hope to inspire and win over new fans from all over India and the world."
They have already bought Hardik Pandya, who was named captain, Rashid Khan, and Shubman Gill ahead of the IPL 2022 mega auction.
The team will be mentored by former India coach Gary Kirsten, who will also be the batting coach of the franchise, Ashish Nehra has been named the head coach of the team, while former England batter Vikram Solanki will be the Director of Cricket of the Gujarat Titans.
The Gujarat Titans will go into the IPL 2022 mega auction with a purse of INR 52 crores.
