New Zealand cricketer Kane Williamson has praised Gujarat Titans opener Shubman Gill ahead of the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to begin on March 31. Williamson, who will play for Gujarat this season, called Gill a “strong competitor” and a “fantastic guy with a great understanding of the game.” He also believes that Gill will learn a lot from the leaders he plays under. Gujarat will face Chennai in the opening match of the IPL at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Williamson is part of the Gujarat squad, which also includes players like Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, and David Miller.