Sai-Sudharsan-and-Shubman-Gill. (Photo source: X/IPL) Despite only getting established ahead of the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, the Gujarat Titans (GT) have already accomplished a vast array of things in their relatively short history. In their first four seasons, the Ahmedabad-based outfit has reached the playoffs three times, including…
Key takeaways
Quick scan — what you need to know:
- Sai-Sudharsan-and-Shubman-Gill.
- (Photo source: X/IPL) Despite only getting established ahead of the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, the Gujarat Titans (GT) have already accomplished a vast array of things in their…
- Their success is largely down to their first captain, Hardik Pandya to guided them to their title win in 2022.
- Now entering their fifth season, GT will want to build on their existing success and create a legacy of their own in the IPL.
Background
What led here, in plain terms:
- Here’s a look at three GT records that are arguably impossible to break: 3.
- Consecutive finale appearances in first two seasons – 2022, 2023 Gujarat Titans Champions.
- (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI) GT have a record that is not getting broken anytime soon unless there is a brand new franchise on the horizon.
- They are the only side in IPL history to reach the final in their first two seasons of the tournament. GT went on to win the IPL trophy in their debut year of 2022, beating Rajasthan Royals…
Why it matters
Why readers and decision-makers should care:
- This gives them a winning percentage of 61.66, the highest amongst all other franchises to have competed in the tournament’s 19-year history.
- In comparison, the Lucknow Super Giants, who were established alongside GT ahead of the 2022 season, have a winning percentage of 52.63 per cent.
- It is, therefore, safe to assume that the arrival of GT has been a great addition to the IPL and has increased its competitiveness.