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Shubman Gill
On Wednesday, Shubman Gill surprised Gujarat Titans' new team member Robin Minz's father, Francis, at Ranchi's Bisra Munda Airport. While on his way out of the city following the Test match against England, the famous batter stopped to meet and greet the retired Army soldier, who had been working as a security official at the airport.
Shubman Gill shared the photo on social media of meeting with Francis Xavier Minz, knowing his hard work and support to fulfil his son Robin Minz’s dream. "Honoured to meet Robin Minz's father. Your journey and hard work have been inspiring. Looking forward to seeing you in the IPL," Shubman Gill wrote in his Instagram story.
On Wednesday, the India batter was seen chatting with Francis Xavier, who was on duty at Ranchi airport. Robin will be eager to take advantage of his opportunity with the Gujarat Titans, a team noted for supporting youthful players in their first season in the league.
Shubman Gill surprises Gujarat Titans team-mate Robin Minz’s father at the airport. 👏
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 28, 2024
- A great gesture by the Captain. pic.twitter.com/seTDRrKWVT
Gujarat Titans picked him in the IPL auction
Ahead of the IPL 2024 mini-auction, his base price was 20 lakhs, but Chennai Super Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Mumbai Indians got into a bidding war for him. Finally, Gujarat Titans picked him for Rs. 3.60 crore in the IPL auction. Robin Minz's mentor and idol is former India captain MS Dhoni, and he is set to make a big impact in cricket with his batting style.
As Hardik Pandya was traded to Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024, the young India batter Shubman Gill will lead Gujarat Titans for the first time in IPL 2024. Gujarat Titans will play their opening match against Mumbai Mumbai in Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, the Indian team is headed to Dharamshala for the last Test match against England which starts from 7th March.