Pop sensation Ed Sheeran bonded with Indian cricketers during his recent visit to India, sharing a meal and playing cricket with current Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill. Gill playfully joked with Sheeran about not being retained by Kolkata Knight Riders, the team for which he rose to prominence in the IPL. Despite the decision, Gill has gone on to become a crucial player for the Indian national team and has helped the Gujarat Titans reach two IPL finals. KKR CEO Venky Mysore had previously expressed happiness for players who have found success at other franchises after leaving KKR.
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English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran recently visited India as part of his world tour, where he met with current Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill. The encounter, which was shared on Gill's social media, featured the duo dining together and engaging in a friendly cricket match.
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During their interaction, Gill playfully joked with Sheeran about his former team, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who had decided not to retain him ahead of the 2022 IPL season. Despite this decision, Gill went on to achieve significant success with the Gujarat Titans, guiding the team to two IPL finals.
KKR CEO Venky Mysore has previously expressed satisfaction that players who leave the franchise have gone on to find success elsewhere.
FAQs:
1. Why was Shubman Gill released by Kolkata Knight Riders?
Kolkata Knight Riders released Shubman Gill ahead of the 2022 IPL season due to financial constraints and a need to balance their squad.
2. How has Shubman Gill performed since joining Gujarat Titans?
Gill has been instrumental in Gujarat Titans' success, guiding the team to two IPL finals and emerging as a key player for the Indian national team.
3. What was Ed Sheeran's reaction to Shubman Gill's joke about KKR?
Ed Sheeran laughed and took the joke in good spirits, acknowledging Gill's success since leaving KKR.
4. What is the significance of Gill's performance for the Indian national team?
Gill's impressive performances for Gujarat Titans have earned him a regular spot in the Indian national team, where he has become a key middle-order batsman.
5. What does Venky Mysore's statement about players succeeding after leaving KKR indicate?
Venky Mysore's statement suggests that KKR is committed to developing talent and fostering the growth of players, regardless of their future destinations.
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