Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins opted to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Ekana Stadium. Travis Head, due to Covid-19, is notably absent, still at the team hotel after a delayed arrival. Commentary on the line-up suggests Ishan Kishan may step up as the opener with Nitish Kumar Reddy filling in at No. 3. Personal matters also keep Jaydev Unadkat out of the squad.
The SRH camp presented a debut cap to Vidarbha’s left-arm spinner, Harsh Dubey, as they seek to end the season on a positive note despite falling out of the playoff race. Cummins shared, “The team’s spirit remains high, and every match is a learning opportunity for us.”
For LSG, Will O’Rourke from New Zealand is making his IPL debut, an exciting development for the team’s bowling line-up as they aim to claim a critical win. Their team starts with Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh setting the stage in the batting order.
The pitch’s unusual boundary dimensions might come into play strategically, with one side measuring 60 metres and the other 69 metres. LSG, still eyeing a playoff spot, must secure victories in their final matches, coupled with favourable outcomes from other games.
SRH’s line-up showcases players like Heinrich Klaasen and the captain Pat Cummins, whereas LSG captain Rishabh Pant leads a team with a bowler-heavy strategy, reflecting their intent to control the match right from the start.
As the competition intensifies, all eyes are on these squads to see who adapts better to the ground dynamics and pressure.
