The star Indian pacer, Mohammed Shami, made a significant impact when he joined GT in 2022, contributing to many of the team's wins with his impressive wicket-taking ability
Bowlers play a pivotal role in the Indian Premier League (IPL), often amidst conditions favouring batters. Despite the league's reputation for high-scoring matches and explosive batting displays, effective bowling can decide between victory and defeat. Gujarat Titans made a resounding impact in the IPL upon their debut in the 2022 season. Despite being newcomers, they clinched the title, emphasising the significance of a balanced team with formidable bowling performances.
The Gujarat Titans' success in their inaugural season underscores the necessity of a well-rounded team in which bowlers complement the batting unit and contribute significantly to overall performance. Here are some of the best economy bowlers for the Gujarat Titans.
Jayant Yadav's economy rate of 6.50 stands as the best for the Gujarat Titans in the one match in 2023 against Lucknow Super Gainst. He played Gujarat Titans in the 2023 season, highlighting his impact and effectiveness as a bowler. However, he went wicketless in the match.
Pradeep Sangwan has been a valuable addition to the Gujarat Titans since joining them in 2022. In his three matches, he has conceded 65 runs and claimed his best bowling figures of 2/19 in a game. With an economy rate of 7.22, Sangwan has effectively kept the opposition batters in check, having bowled nine overs across the matches he has featured in.
Masood Shahrukh Khan, who joined Gujarat Titans in 2024, has made an impact despite limited opportunities with the ball. In the six matches he has played, he has bowled a total of 2 overs and conceded 15 runs. His economy rate stands at 7.50, and he has gone wicketless.
Rashid Khan of Gujarat Titans celebrates a crucial wicket during the IPL 2022 final against the Rajasthan Royals
Rashid Khan, the Afghan leg-spinner, has been a critical figure for Gujarat Titans since the team's inception. Over the course of 44 matches, Rashid has displayed his exceptional bowling skills, maintaining an economy rate of 7.63 across 170.3 overs bowled. During this period, he has claimed 54 wickets, with his best bowling figures being 4/24 against LSG in 2022. Rashid has proven to be a consistent wicket-taker for GT, with two four-wicket hauls to his credit, showcasing his value as a match-winning bowler.
Mohammed Shami celebrates his remarkable bowling performance of 4/11
The star Indian pacer, Mohammed Shami, made a significant impact when he joined GT in 2022, contributing to many of the team's wins with his impressive wicket-taking ability. Though he's out of the 2024 season due to injury, his tenure with GT from 2022-2023 has left a mark. Shami has bowled 126 overs in 33 matches, taking 48 wickets with an economy of 8.01. His best bowling performance came against Delhi Capitals in 2023, where he claimed figures of 4/11. He has also secured two four-wicket hauls. In the 2023 IPL season, Mohammed Shami of Gujarat Titans claimed the coveted Purple Cap by clinching an impressive tally of 28 wickets in 17 matches.
The Mumbai Indians captain may face challenges in maintaining his team's form in 2024, contrasting with his successful stint as the Gujarat Titans captain from 2022 to 2023. Under Hardik Pandya's leadership, GT clinched their first trophy in 2022. The all-rounder significantly contributed with both bat and ball, bowling 55.3 overs in 31 matches and taking 11 wickets at an economy rate of 8.10. His best bowling performance came against the Rajasthan Royals in 2022, where he claimed figures of 3/17.
