CricketWeather permitting, SRH aim to push for top-two finish
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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will be looking to capitalize on a depleted Punjab Kings (PBKS) team when they face off at home in their final league game of the IPL 2024 season. A recent washout secured SRH’s spot in the playoffs, and now they are aiming to secure a top-two finish for a chance at the final.

Despite a seven-day break, SRH will be eager to maintain their aggressive batting form against a PBKS side missing key players. PBKS, who have struggled with consistency, will be aiming for a consolation win after missing out on the playoffs for the 10th consecutive season.

The match, scheduled for Sunday at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, is expected to be high-scoring. However, rain may play a factor as showers have disrupted practice sessions and more rain is forecast for the match day.

In terms of head-to-head record, SRH has the upper hand with 15 wins compared to PBKS’s 7. SRH will look to continue their winning streak against PBKS, having won their last two encounters.

Key players to watch include Bhuvneshwar Kumar for SRH, who has a good record against PBKS’s Prabhsimran Singh, and Harshal Patel for PBKS, who matches up well against Heinrich Klaasen. Both teams have made adjustments to their lineups due to player unavailability, with PBKS having only two overseas options for the match.

As the teams gear up for the crucial encounter, SRH assistant coach Simon Helmot emphasizes the importance of match practice before the playoffs, while PBKS captain Jitesh Sharma remains positive despite the team’s inconsistent season.

The match promises to be an exciting showdown between two determined teams, each looking to end their season on a high note. Cricket fans can expect a thrilling contest as SRH and PBKS battle it out on the field.