Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad today, March 27.
Let’s take a look at the top 3 battles in this match
Adam Zampa vs Nicholas Pooran
Nicholas Pooran was in excellent form in last year’s IPL, scoring 449 runs for LSG at an impressive average of 62.38 and a strike rate of 178.21. He has started this season in the same aggressive manner, smashing 75 runs off just 30 balls in LSG’s opening match against Delhi Capitals (DC).
However, today, he will have to face the challenge of Adam Zampa, making this a crucial contest in the game. In T20s, Pooran has faced 31 deliveries from Zampa, scoring 47 runs at a strike rate of 152. The Australian leg-spinner has dismissed him twice, and their battle—particularly in the middle overs—could play a decisive role in shaping the outcome of the match.
Shardul Thakur vs Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma had a sensational season last year, amassing 484 runs at a blistering strike rate of 204. However, he faces a challenge against Shardul Thakur, who has dismissed him twice in T20s.
Abhishek has struggled against Shardul, managing only 16 runs off the 14 balls he has faced from him. This early battle in the innings could be crucial in setting the tempo for SRH’s batting.
Pat Cummins vs Rishabh Pant
Pat Cummins led SRH from the front last season, picking up 18 wickets. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant was good with the bat last season for DC, scoring 446 runs at a strike rate of 155.40.
Their face-off will be one to watch, as Cummins has bowled 27 deliveries to Pant in T20s, conceding only 30 runs at a strike rate of 111. However, Pant has been dismissed just once. With both captains playing crucial roles, this battle could have a big impact on the game.
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