Sunrisers Hyderabad’s head coach, Daniel Vettori, revealed that the team will make a decision on pacer Pat Cummins’ availability in the next 10 to 12 days. Cummins is currently focusing on building up his bowling load, despite being fit. Vettori praised Cummins’ exceptional fitness levels, attributing it to his extended break from the game. He mentioned that the main challenge for Cummins is to reach a comfortable level with his bowling loads, and they hope to have a clear timeline for his return in the coming days.
Vettori also discussed the competition among three Indian uncapped batters – R. Smaran, Salil Arora, and Aniket Verma – for a spot in the playing eleven. He highlighted Smaran’s impressive form, especially in comparison to other Indian players. Vettori emphasized the importance of balancing the team’s bowling options against a strong RCB batting lineup.
Regarding team leadership, Vettori expressed confidence in stand-in captain Ishan Kishan and his deputy Abhishek Sharma. He praised Kishan’s experience in the IPL and leadership qualities, noting that he has previously led in under-19s and state-level cricket. Vettori highlighted the strong bond between Kishan and Abhishek, stating that they understand the team well and will lead effectively.
The coach’s comments were made in a pre-match press conference ahead of their upcoming game. The article was published on March 27, 2026.
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