Connor Esterhuizen Joins Gujarat Titans as Replacement for IPL 2023

Connor Esterhuizen, a South African wicketkeeper, has been signed by Gujarat Titans in the IPL as a replacement for Tom Banton. The 24-year-old recently debuted for South Africa with notable performances, including two Player of the Match awards. Esterhuizen, joining at Rs 75 Lakh, serves as a backup to Jos Buttler.

South African wicketkeeper Connor Esterhuizen has inked a deal with the Gujarat Titans, stepping in for the injured Tom Banton for IPL 2023. Banton was forced out due to a finger injury.

Esterhuizen made waves after his international debut against New Zealand, where he was instrumental in South Africa's 3-2 series triumph. The 24-year-old cricketer's excellence on the field earned him two Player of the Match awards and the title of Player of the Series.

Entering the IPL for the first time, Esterhuizen is signed at his base price of Rs 75 Lakh and is expected to be a backup wicketkeeper for Jos Buttler in the Titans' lineup.

(With inputs from agencies.)