Hardik Pandya Showed Why He Is A Very Successful Captain

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Not many had rated or predicted Gujarat Titans to even reach for the playoffs – let alone emerge as a strong title contender

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The Titans had lost just 1 out of their first 9 matches and were on the verge of sealing a playoff berth

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Now, Pandya’s side has become the first team in the IPL 2022 to qualify for the playoffs after their big 62-run win over the Lucknow Super Giants

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Hardik Pandya gave a moving speech following their playoff qualification

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