SRH vs RR, IPL 2024: Predicted Playing XI and Impact Options | cricket news

In the 50th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday, May 2. Having won five out of nine games, SRH are fourth in the IPL 2024 standings. On the other hand, RR are currently at the first position in the IPL 2024 standings with 16 points on the board after winning eight out of nine matches.

Ahead of this exciting encounter, we take a look at the predicted XIs of both the sides.

SRH’s predicted XI

Abhishek Sharma

One of the most promising batsmen of IPL 2024, Abhishek Sharma will open the innings for SRH in the upcoming game. Sharma has been in exceptional form, scoring 303 runs in nine matches at an impressive strike rate of 214.89. His performance will be crucial if SRH aim to post a strong score on Thursday.

travis head

Australian opening batsman Travis Head has made a tremendous impact in IPL 2024. The left-handed batsman has scored 338 runs at an impressive average of 42.25 and a remarkable strike rate of 211.25. Head also has one century and two half-centuries in his name this season. With Sharma expected to open in the upcoming match, he will be keen to provide SRH with a strong start against RR.

aiden markram

Aiden Markram is ready to strengthen the top order of Sunrisers Hyderabad. Despite scoring only 199 runs in nine matches this season, the South African batsman will look to ease the pressure on the team’s openers by making significant contributions in the next game.

Nitish Kumar Reddy

Talented all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has contributed to the SRH lineup. With 143 runs and three wickets in six matches, he has showcased his ability with both bat and ball. Reddy will be keen to put pressure on RR’s batsmen and bowlers with his versatile skills.

Heinrich Klaasen (wicketkeeper)

Known for his aggressive approach towards batting, Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as one of the most dangerous batsmen in IPL 2024. Having scored 295 runs in nine matches, the South African boasts an impressive average of 42.14 and a strike rate of 185.53. Klaasen’s power-hitting skills have been instrumental in SRH achieving the record-breaking total, making him a player to keep an eye on during Thursday’s match.

Shahbaz Ahmed

Shahbaz Ahmed will try to cement his place in SRH’s middle-order. The all-rounder has been impressive, scoring 176 runs and remaining unbeaten in three of them. With the ball, Shahbaz has taken three wickets in nine matches, providing valuable support to the team’s spin bowling unit.

Abdul Samad

Abdul Samad has found his aggressive batting form and has often surprised SRH fans in the ongoing IPL. The right-handed batsman has scored 148 runs at an excellent strike rate of 187.34. Samad will be eager to showcase his batting skills against RR in the upcoming match.

Pat Cummins (captain)

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has been particularly effective with the ball, taking 10 wickets in nine matches. He can also provide depth to the lower order, having scored at an impressive strike rate of 140 this season.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Known for his swing variety and bowling the right length, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is expected to open the bowling for Hyderabad. The Indian fast bowler has taken five wickets in nine matches and will be looking to improve his wicket tally in the upcoming match against RRI.

Jaydev Unadkat

The inclusion of Jaydev Unadkat in the playing eleven has added variety to SRH’s bowling attack. The left-arm fast bowler’s ability to swing the ball and vary its pace has helped him take eight wickets in seven matches. His experience in the IPL could be crucial as he can provide crucial breakthroughs when needed and keep the pressure on the opposition team throughout the match.

T Natarajan

Indian fast bowler T Natarajan will lead the SRH bowling attack. Natarajan has taken thirteen wickets in just seven matches, showcasing his skills in generating swing and bowling accurate lengths. He is the top wicket-taker for SRH this season and will have to be at his best to stop RR.

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RR predicted XI

Yashasvi Jaiswal

RR’s flamboyant opener Yashasvi Jaiswal returned to form with a match-winning century against Mumbai Indians. Chasing 180, Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 104 off just 60 balls to lead RR to a nine-wicket win in Jaipur and the southpaw will look to continue his resurgent form against SRH.

if butler

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s opening partner Jos Buttler has also been in great form this season. Buttler has scored 319 runs in eight matches at an average of 53.17 and a strike rate of 150.47, including a brilliant century against KKR and will be aiming for another big innings in Hyderabad.

sanju samson

Sanju Samson has been one of the standout performers for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024. The 29-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman has scored 385 runs in nine matches at an average of 77 and a strike rate of 161.09.

Riyan Parag

Riyan Parag has been one of the leading run scorers for RR so far this season. Batting at number 4, Parag has scored 332 runs in nine matches at an average of 55.33 and a strike rate of 159.62. He will once again play a key role in the middle order for the Royals against SRH.

Dhruv Jurel

Dhruv Jurel is another quality player in RR’s playing eleven and the youngster has scored 102 runs in nine matches in IPL 2024. With RR’s top-order firing, Jurel has limited opportunities, but he will be looking to impress in Hyderabad.

Shimron Hetmyer

West Indies’ explosive batsman Shimron Hetmyer is one of the top finishers in T20 cricket. Hetmyer has scored 70 runs at an impressive strike rate of 194.44 in his limited opportunities this season. If he gets time in between, he would like to contribute against SRH.

rovman powell

West Indies T20I captain Rovman Powell was the match-winner on his day. The 30-year-old has played four matches for the Royals this season and has made some useful contributions. It is expected that he will retain his place in RR’s playing eleven against SRH.

Ravichandran Ashwin

Experienced cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin can contribute with both bat and ball in the T20 format. However, Ashwin has taken two wickets and scored only 53 runs in eight matches this season. He will be eager to make more of an impact in RR’s upcoming games.

trent bolt

RR’s star fast bowler Trent Boult has provided early successes for the Royals in IPL 2024. The left-arm pacer has taken 10 wickets in nine matches at an economy of 7.81 and could trouble the SRH batting line-up on Thursday.

Avesh Khan

Avesh Khan has been the wicket-taking bowler for RR this season. The right-arm pacer has taken nine wickets at an economy of 9.54 in as many matches and will be crucial in the middle overs against SRH.

Yuzvendra Chahal

Yuzvendra Chahal has been the leading wicket-taker for RR in IPL 2024. The star leg spinner has already scalped 13 wickets in nine matches and could once again be a key player for the Royals in Hyderabad.

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