In a nail-biting encounter in Hyderabad, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) successfully chased down a daunting 215-run target to secure a thrilling four-wicket victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. This win propelled SRH to the second spot in the points table, a significant achievement as the league phase drew close.

Match Summary

The match was a rollercoaster ride with brilliant individual performances and dramatic twists. PBKS, after winning the toss and opting to bat, set an imposing target of 214/5. SRH, despite an early setback, chased it down with contributions from several batters, finishing their innings at 215/6 in 19.4 overs.

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PBKS Innings

PBKS’s innings were blazing, thanks to their uncapped opening pair. Prabhsimran Singh and Atharva Taide shared a superb 97-run partnership from just 55 balls, navigating the power play without losing a wicket. Prabhsimran’s aggressive 71 off 45 balls, featuring seven fours and four sixes, set the tone for a high-scoring match.

Atharva Taide, though missing out on a fifty, scored a brisk 46 off 27 balls. After Taide’s departure, Rilee Rossouw joined Prabhsimran and continued the onslaught with a 32-ball 49, maintaining the momentum.

SRH Bowling Highlights

SRH bowlers had a mixed day. T Natarajan (2/33) was among the pick of the bowlers, taking crucial wickets. Pat Cummins (1/36) and leg-spinner Vijayakanth Viyaskanth also chipped in with essential dismissals that helped contain the PBKS onslaught. Prabhsimran Singh and Rilee Rossouw’s wickets at crucial junctures were pivotal in preventing PBKS from reaching the 220-run mark.

SRH’s Chase Begins

The chase began on a rocky note for SRH, with Travis Head getting dismissed by Arshdeep Singh for a golden duck. This early blow could have derailed the chase, but SRH had other plans.

Abhishek Sharma and Rahul Tripathi then steadied the ship with an attacking 72-run stand. Tripathi, who made a lively 33 off 18 balls, fell to Harshal Patel, but the partnership laid a solid foundation for the chase. Nitish Kumar Reddy played a crucial role in the middle overs, scoring a vital 37 off 25 balls. His innings kept the required run rate in check and maintained the pressure on the PBKS bowlers.

PBKS fought back by picking up wickets at regular intervals. Abhishek Sharma’s 66 off 28 balls was a standout performance, but Shashank Singh’s dismissal brought PBKS back into the game.

Heinrich Klaasen’s Vital Knock

Heinrich Klaasen’s 42 off 26 balls was instrumental in keeping SRH in the hunt during the critical stages. His experience and composure under pressure were evident as he took on the PBKS bowlers.

With the match hanging in the balance, Abdul Samad and Sanvir Singh joined forces to guide SRH home. Their unbeaten partnership ensured a thrilling finish, with Samad hitting the winning runs.

Current Standings and Implications for SRH

With this win, SRH moved to the second spot in the points table, finishing the league phase with 17 points from 14 games and a net strike rate of 0.414.

PBKS ended their campaign in ninth place with just 10 points. Their inconsistent performance throughout the season led to their early exit.

Highest targets successfully chased by SRH
215 vs RR, Jaipur, 2023
215 vs PBKS, Hyderabad, 2024
199 vs RR, Hyderabad, 2019
188 vs DC, Delhi, 2018
186 vs CSK, Ranchi, 2014
215 is also the joint-highest target chased in IPL matches in Hyderabad; RR had chased down as many against the Deccan Chargers back in 2008.

Most 200-plus totals in an IPL season
6 – MI in 2023
6 – KKR in 2024
6 – RCB in 2024
6 – SRH in 2024

Most 200-plus totals in a Men’s T20 competition
42 – T20 Blast 2023
41 – IPL 2024
40 – T20 Blast 2022
37 – IPL 2023

Most sixes in an IPL season for SRH
41 – Abhishek Sharma, 2024
33 – Heinrich Klaasen, 2024
31 – David Warner, 2016
31 – Travis Head, 2024

Teams with most sixes in a T20 series
160 – SRH (IPL 2024)
157 – RCB (IPL 2024)
145 – CSK (IPL 2018)
144 – Surrey (T20 Blast 2023)
143 – KKR (IPL 2019)

Most wickets for PBKS in an IPL edition
24 – Andrew Tye (2018)
24 – Harshal Patel (2024)
23 – Kagiso Rabada (2022)
20 – Mohammed Shami (2020)

Successful 200-plus run-chases vs PBKS
224 – RR, Sharjah, 2020
215 – MI, Mohali, 2023
215 – SRH, Hyderabad, 2024
204 – RCB, Bengaluru, 2010
200 – KKR, Bengaluru, 2014 Final

In a thrilling encounter at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Mohali, Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged victorious by a narrow margin of two runs against Punjab Kings. Despite a late onslaught in the last over, Punjab Kings fell short of the target of 183, managing only 180 for six.

Sunrisers Hyderabad initially had the upper hand, but a late surge by Punjab Kings threatened to turn the tide. However, a remarkable 19th over bowled by T Natarajan proved decisive in favor of Sunrisers, as they managed to contain Punjab Kings to just 10 runs, leaving them needing an improbable 26 runs off the final over.

Sunrisers have a solid start

Although Punjab Kings’ duo of Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma put up a valiant effort with a 69-run partnership in the last 4.3 overs, it wasn’t enough to secure victory. Despite Jaidev Unadkat conceding 26 runs in the final over, including three wides, Sunrisers Hyderabad held their nerve to clinch the win.

Earlier in the match, Punjab Kings’ top order struggled, with the top three batters falling cheaply. It was only the partnership between Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma that breathed life into their innings. However, their efforts were overshadowed by a disciplined bowling performance from Sunrisers Hyderabad, particularly by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and captain Pat Cummins, who provided a solid start.

Nitish Reddy shines from the Sunrisers

For Sunrisers Hyderabad, the innings was characterized by a remarkable comeback after being reduced to 39 for 3 in the third over and 64 for four after the fifth. Nitish Reddy played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings with a gritty knock, before accelerating in the latter part of his innings to propel Sunrisers to a competitive total.

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Despite a stellar performance by Punjab Kings’ bowler Harpreet Brar initially, Nitish Reddy’s onslaught in the latter part of his innings turned the tide in favor of Sunrisers Hyderabad. Arshdeep Singh emerged as the standout bowler for Punjab Kings, striking crucial blows at crucial junctures to keep the pressure on Sunrisers Hyderabad.

In the end, it was a hard-fought victory for Sunrisers Hyderabad, who overcame early setbacks and a late surge by Punjab Kings to secure a crucial win in the tournament.

The 2024 edition of the IPL witnessed an intense battle for the coveted Orange Cap. The Orange Cap, awarded to the tournament’s highest run-scorer, stands as one of the most prestigious accolades in the IPL tournament. It symbolizes batting prowess, consistency, and dominance on the cricket field.

Orange Cap Holder in IPL 2024

Leading from the front, Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru emerged as the frontrunner in the race for the Orange Cap. With an impressive total of 316 runs, Kohli showcased his batting mastery and played pivotal innings for his team. Sai Sudarshan’s meteoric rise in IPL 2024 didn’t go unnoticed. Climbing to the second spot with 191 runs, Sudarshan displayed remarkable consistency and contributed significantly to his team’s success.

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Heinrich Klassen’s explosive batting style left spectators in awe. Scoring 9 runs off 9 balls in a crucial match against PBKS, Klassen secured the third spot in the Orange Cap race with an overall tally of 186 runs. Despite facing setbacks, Riyan Parag of Rajasthan Royals showcased his resilience on the field. Sliding down to the fourth spot with 185 runs, Parag’s spirited performances added excitement to the IPL spectacle.

Shubman Gill of GT displayed consistent performances throughout the tournament. Holding the fifth position with 183 runs, Gill’s elegant stroke play and solid technique earned him accolades from fans and experts alike.

Most Runs in IPL 2024 after PBKS vs SRH match

Purple Cap in IPL 2024

In IPL 2024, the battle for the Purple Cap intensified as bowlers showcased their talent and determination on the field. After the PBKS vs. SRH match, Mustafizur Rahman of CSK reclaimed the Purple Cap with a stellar performance, securing 2 wickets and boosting his total tally to 9 wickets.

Yuzvendra Chahal of Rajasthan Royals mesmerized spectators with his spin bowling prowess. Following closely behind Rahman, Chahal claimed 8 wickets in 4 matches, including a best bowling figure of 3/11, showcasing his ability to bamboozle batsmen with his variations. Arshdeep Singh of Punjab Kings emerged as a potent force in IPL 2024. With 8 wickets in 5 matches and an economy rate of 8.72, Singh’s consistent performances under pressure situations earned him accolades from cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

Khaleel Ahmed from Delhi Capitals and Kagiso Rabada of Punjab Kings showcased their bowling prowess with 7 wickets each in the season. Their ability to deliver match-winning performances in crunch situations added depth to their respective team’s bowling arsenals.

Most Wickets in IPL 2024 after PBKS vs SRH match

Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Punjab Kings by two runs to win in a nail-biting encounter at the PCA Stadium in the 23rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Chasing 183 runs, Punjab saw moments of brilliance from Sam Curran and Sikandar Raza, but none of them carried on to win the match for their franchise. 

Early Setbacks for PBKS

As the curtains lifted on the chase, PBKS faced early blows. SRH skipper led the charge, sending opener Jonny Bairstow packing for a duck in the second over. Bhuvneshwar Kumar further dented PBKS’ hopes, quickly dismissing Prabhsimran Singh and skipper Dhawan. Despite brief resistance from Sikandar Raza and Sam Curran, PBKS struggled to find stability.

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PBKS’ previous match standout, Shashank Singh, once again showcased his resilience by scoring 46 runs off 25 balls, including 6 fours and a maximum. Despite his valiant effort, it wasn’t enough to secure a victory for his team. Batting alongside him was Ashutosh Sharma, who contributed 33 runs off 15 balls.

The Rise of Nitish Kumar Reddy

Earlier in the game, Nitish Kumar Reddy’s explosive innings of 64 off 37 balls steered SRH to a competitive total of 182/9. Reddy’s partnership with Abdul Samad injected momentum into the innings, but Arshdeep Singh’s four-wicket haul restricted SRH’s surge. Reddy’s maiden IPL half-century showcased his potential as a rising star in the league.

The 20-year-old Reddy hammered his maiden half-century in IPL off 32 balls and rescued them from 100/5 to reach a good total after Punjab Kings skipper Shikhar Dhawan won the toss and elected to field first.

Arshdeep Singh’s Bowling Masterclass

SRH’s hopes of posting a big score depended on Head and Abhishek Sharma but on Tuesday, both of them failed to put up a big score. Head struck a couple of good boundaries but was out for 21 (15 balls) off Arshdeep Singh. It became 27/2 three balls later as the left-handed Arshdeep had Aiden Markram edging behind to Jitesh Sharma for a two-ball duck.  Left-handed pacer delivered brilliantly, claiming two wickets in an over against SRH. He dismissed Samad by bowling wide outside off, caught by Harshal Patel at deep point. Then, Reddy fell to Arshdeep’s low full toss, caught by Rabada at long-off.

The Climactic Finish

In a match filled with twists and turns, SRH emerged victorious by a narrow margin of 2 runs. Nitish Kumar Reddy’s standout performance and Arshdeep Singh’s lethal bowling display defined the pulsating encounter between the two IPL giants.

IPL 2024 Points Table After PBKS vs SRH match

One of the standout moments in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season was the exceptional performance by Nitish Kumar Reddy. His blistering knock for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Punjab Kings showcased his talent and potential in the cricketing world.

Reddy’s Heroics

In the thrilling encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings, Reddy’s innings played a crucial role in determining the match’s outcome. With Sunrisers facing a top-order collapse, Reddy’s innings provided the much-needed stability to the team’s batting lineup.

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With Arshdeep Singh and Sam Curran running riot in Mullanpur, former champions Sunrisers Hyderabad suffered a top-order collapse as the visitors lost half of their side for 100 runs inside the first 10 overs. Amidst the challenging conditions, Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased his composure and skill with the bat. His mature innings prevented the Sunrisers from facing a batting collapse and helped them post a competitive total against the Punjab Kings.

Stellar Batting Performance

Nitish Kumar Reddy’s batting prowess was on full display as he smashed a career-best score of 64 runs off just 37 balls. His aggressive yet calculated approach resulted in five sixes and four fours. While Reddy did the heavy lifting, cameos from Abdul Samad (25) and unbeaten Shahbaz Ahmed (14) powered the 2016 winners to an impressive total of 182-9 against the Punjab Kings.

Reddy’s Background and Cricket Career

Born on May 26, 2003, Nitish Kumar Reddy made his IPL debut in the 2023 season and has since been recognized as a promising talent in Indian cricket. He has represented various teams and has showcased his all-round abilities on the field.

All-rounder Reddy picked a five-wicket haul in his second first-class against Mumbai during the Ranji Trophy. Reddy has batted for Andhra as an opener. He opened the innings for India Green in the Under-19 Challenger Trophy in the 2018-19 season.

Reddy was signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad at his base price of INR 20 lakh at the auction before the 2023 season. Reddy gifted his family a car following his first season in the IPL. Batting icon Virat Kohli is Reddy’s idol. The 20-year-old notched up a brilliant half-century in his List-A debut match.

In the highly anticipated cricket match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings, both teams showcased their prowess, thrilling fans with exciting moments and remarkable performances. Punjab Kings won the toss in a thrilling encounter and opted to bowl first. 

The Start of the Innings

The match started with Travid Head and Abhishek Sharma opening the innings for the Sunrisers. Opening batters Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma took guard against the fiery pace of Kagiso Rabada. Head started with an aggressive stroke through the third-man region, but the duo found it difficult to get going against the disciplined bowling.

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Early Wickets Shake SRH

The introduction of Arshdeep Singh in the fourth overturned the game. The young left-arm seamer struck twice quickly, removing the dangerous Head and the in-form Aiden Markram for a golden duck. Head mistimed a shot and offered a simple catch to the safe hands of Shikhar Dhawan, while Markram was undone by a delivery that angled across him, edging it to the keeper.

The Middle Over Drama

Sunrisers found themselves in a precarious position at 40/3 in the powerplay, but Abhishek Sharma and Nitish Reddy steadied the ship with a gritty partnership. Abhishek, however, fell soon after, leaving SRH reeling at 39/4.

The innings were heading nowhere until Abdul Samad joined forces with Nitish Reddy. The duo counterattacked in style, adding a blistering 50-run stand in just 18 deliveries. Samad’s 25 off 12 balls cameo provided the much-needed impetus, but Arshdeep struck again, ending the partnership with a well-judged delivery that found the outside edge.

In his first match of the season, Nitish Reddy held the innings together with a gritty 64 off 37 balls. However, his dismissal to Arshdeep in the 18th over left Sunrisers struggling to post a competitive total.

Arshdeep’s Dominant Spell

Arshdeep Singh continued to torment the Sunrisers with his exceptional bowling skills as the match neared its climax. Finishing with impressive figures of 4-0-29-4, Arshdeep played a pivotal role in restricting the Sunrisers’ scoring rate and picking crucial wickets at crucial junctures.

As the innings concluded, Sunrisers Hyderabad limped to a total of 182/9, thanks to Nitish Reddy’s resilient half-century and some late flourishes from the lower order.

The 23rd match of the IPL 2024 season will be played between Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in Chandigarh on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. However, Punjab Kings won the toss and opted to bowl first.

Both Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings have played four games so far where both teams won two and lost two as well. However, both teams will try to win the game and keep the momentum on. This is going to be an exciting match for both teams as well.

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IPL 2024: PBKS vs SRH, Match 23: Who said what at the toss?

Shikhar Dhawan – We’ll bowl first. The wicket will stay the same, so look to restrict them to a low score. We were lucky to have won the last match, it’s good that we’re not depending on any one player. We’ve won two games, looking forward to a good run. He’s still recovering (on Liam Livingstone), we’re playing the same team,

Pat Cummins – We would have bowled first as well. Overall happy with the way we’ve been going, two wins and we could have had one more game going our way. We’ve got good strength and some depth. Same team as the last game.

Playing XIs:

Punjab Kings: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Jonny Bairstow, Jitesh Sharma (w), Ashutosh Sharma, Sam Curran, Shashank Singh, Sikandar Raza, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh

Punjab Kings Subs: Prabhsimran Singh, Nathan Ellis, Tanay Thyagarajan, Rahul Chahar, Rishi Dhawan

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen (w), Abdul Samad, Nitish Reddy, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins (c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, T Natarajan

Sunrisers Hyderabad Subs: Umran Malik, Mayank Markande, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tripathi

PBKS vs SRH Match Preview

PBKS will face SRH in the 23rd match of the IPL 2024. The match will take place at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh on April 9 at 7:30 PM IST. This season has not been any different. Shikhar Dhawan is someone you would back for consistency, and he has met expectations, but the lack of runs from Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, and Liam Livingstone has not worked well. PBKS will face Sunrisers Hyderabad, who have lost two of their last four games but still appear to be a formidable opponent. SRH’s batting this season appears to be among the best in the tournament, and the players were in ruthless form.

PBKS vs SRH Match Details

Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – 23th Match

Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium – Mohali

Date & Time: 09th April 2024 at 07:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Jio Cinema

PBKS vs SRH Venue Stats

PBKS vs SRH Pitch Report

It should be an excellent batting surface, with the ball coming in nicely. The quick outfield will allow batters to maximize the value of their shots. A high-scoring game could be in the cards.

PBKS vs SRH Weather Report

The temperature will be between 36 and 18 degrees in the evening. The humidity will be 24 percent, and the wind speed will be 14 kilometers per hour.

PBKS vs SRH Last Five Matches

PBKS vs SRH Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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PBKS vs SRH Probable Playing XIs:

Punjab Kings Probable Playing XIs

Shikhar Dhawan (c), Jonny Bairstow/Ashutosh Sharma, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Shashank Singh, Sikandar Raza, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh

Sunrisers Hyderabad Probable Playing XIs

Rahul Tripathi/Mayank Agarwal, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins (c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik, Jaydev Unadkat/T Natarajan

Topmost Picks for PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Punjab Kings

• Shikhar Dhawan –  Shikhar Dhawan is the leading run scorer for PBKS this season so far, with 138 runs, but he has not set the stage on fire yet.
• Arshdeep Singh – Arshdeep Singh also needs to come good for PBKS now. He has blown hot and cold but has mostly performed below expectations.

Top Picks – Sunrisers Hyderabad

• Travis Head – Head has looked in great touch. He has scored just one fifty in four games but he has got the team off to a blazing start in all matches.
• Pat Cummins – The bowlers have taken a beating in IPL 2024 so far but Cummins is a very clever bowler. He can change his bowling style as per the conditions which is a very rare quality to have.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Team:

Heinrich Klaasen(C), Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan(VC), Sam Curran, Jonny Bairstow, Aiden Markram, Pat Cummins, T Natarajan, Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Team:

Heinrich Klaasen, Travis Head(VC), Abhishek Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Sam Curran(C), Sikandar Raza, Aiden Markram, Pat Cummins, T Natarajan, Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Sam Curran, Heinrich Klaasen

Vice-captain – Travis Head, Shikhar Dhawan

Wicketkeeper – Heinrich Klaasen

PBKS vs SRH Probable Winners:

Support SRH to win. They have a stronger team on paper. Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klassen, Aiden Markram, and Travis Head form a lethal batting lineup, while Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Natarajan lead a formidable bowling attack. PBKS has been inconsistent, particularly with the bat. It will be a huge challenge for PBKS to defeat SRH, who are clear favourites to win. Considering the team combination, Sunrisers Hyderabad is expected to win this match.

Preview

PBKS vs SRH: SRH is silently climbing up the ladder as they join six other teams on six points. They won three games in a row but are still not in the spotlight when it comes to discussions related to a team’s strength and balance. This could be down to Kane Williamson’s style of leading. He is a silent leader and often lets the performance talk. Along with him, SRH has a lot of silent talents as well in the form of Natarajan, who is doing a wonderful job, and Rahul Tripathi among some of the names.

PBKS on the other hand are explosive and loud. They have some of the cleanest strikers of a cricket ball and look a very dangerous side despite recent defeats. The bowling attack also seems to become good with PBKS showing that they can defend in games that go the distance while facing the Mumbai Indians.

Match Details

Match: PBKS vs SRH

Date: 17th April 2022

Time: 3:30 PM IST

Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai

Weather Report

The fixture is a day game and hot weather is expected. The skies are clear for the PBKS vs SRH game.

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Pitch Report

As it is a day game, the surface may be a touch drier and will take a spin as the game goes on. With spin likely to play a big factor in the game, batting first might be a better option.

PBKS vs SRH Predicted Playing XI

PBKS Playing XI

Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal (capt), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Shahrukh Khan, Odean Smith, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Vaibhav Arora, Arshdeep Singh

SRH Playing XI

Abhishek Sharma, Kane Williamson (capt), Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Shashank Singh, Shreyas Gopal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Marco Jansen, Umran Malik, T Natarajan

Team News

• SRH may bring in Shreyas Gopal for Suchith, while the rest of the line-up remains the same.

• PBSK is likely to remain unchanged.

Key Players

T Natarajan

Natarajan has taken eleven wickets this season and is rocking the yorker. Unlike in 2020 though, Natarajan is bringing out his yorker in various stages of the game and is turning out to be a crucial strike bowler. Initially, he was given less attention due to the presence of Umran Malik and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, but now the spotlight is truly on him and he is giving himself a strong chance of going back to Australia later this year.

Mayank Agarwal

Mayank Agarwal struck form as he gave PBKS a wonderful start against Mumbai Indians. As he is a player who needs rhythm out in the middle, the innings may help him find some consistency as more runs can be expected from him as the season progresses.

PBKS vs SRH Match Tips

PBKS has an explosive line-up but they will be up against a silent and talented bowling attack. The attention will be on them and if they can get past a strong bowling line-up, PBKS are in for a big score.

Match Prediction: PBKS will win the match.