Sunrisers Hyderabad had a mixed season last year, finishing sixth in the tournament. The team won six out of 13 matches, with a late surge of three consecutive victories giving it some momentum towards the end. However, they face significant setbacks going into the new season. Captain Pat Cummins is unavailable due to a back injury, with Ishan Kishan stepping in as interim leader. Additionally, pace-bowling allrounder Jack Edwards is ruled out with a foot injury, leading to the recruitment of left-arm seamer David Payne as his replacement.
Key focus areas for SRH this season include Ishan Kishan’s red-hot form, with him being the leading run-scorer in T20 cricket since January 2026. His expected position at No. 3 adds firepower to the team’s aggressive top order. The opening partnership between Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma is also crucial, as they boast the highest partnership run rate in T20 cricket. Despite recent form dips, their ability to dominate the PowerPlay is vital.
One major concern for SRH is their spin bowling struggles. In the previous season, the team’s spinners picked up the fewest wickets in the league and were also the most expensive. The addition of Liam Livingstone aims to address this issue by providing wicket-taking ability and control in the middle overs.
The squad for the upcoming season includes key players like Heinrich Klaasen, Kamindu Mendis, and Harshal Patel under the coaching of Daniel Vettori. With a mix of experienced players and promising talents, Sunrisers Hyderabad will aim to overcome their setbacks and perform well in the upcoming season.
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