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Powerplay (1-6 overs):-
LSG -27/2 (4.5 rpo, 0x4, 1x6) ll SRH - 107/0 (17.83 rpo, 13x4, 8x6)
Middle overs (7-15 overs):-
LSG -75/2 (8.33 rpo, 6x4, 3x6) ll SRH - 60/0 in 4.4 Overs (12.85 rpo, 3x4, 6x6)
Death overs (16-20 overs):-
LSG -63/0 (12.6 rpo, 10x4, 0x6)
SRH Torch LSG with Record-Breaking Batting Blitz!
Forget slow burns, tonight was a full-on pyrotechnic display by the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)! They absolutely cremated the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 10 wickets with a WHOPPING 62 balls to spare
LSG, winning the toss and choosing to bat first, found the pitch a glue trap. They could only manage a modest 165/4, thanks to some late fireworks from Ayush Badoni (55*) and Nicholas Pooran (48*). Bhuvi (2/12) and Pat Cummins (1/47) kept things tight for SRH, ensuring LSG never really got going.
The chase was pure carnage. SRH openers, Travis Head (89* off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (75* off 28), went into beast mode. Boundaries rained like confetti at a wedding – 16 fours and 14 sixes between them! LSG dropped a couple of catches, but it was like trying to stop a runaway train with a feather. SRH chased down the target in a mind-blowing 9.4 overs!
KL Rahul
Skipper: "I'm at a loss for words. We've occasionally seen this type of batting on TV, but what we witnessed today was simply surreal. Every hit seemed perfectly executed. Truly, a testament to their exceptional skill.They've clearly worked incredibly hard on their six-hitting abilities, and it showed today. They didn’t even let us assess the pitch in the second innings; they were just relentless from the start.The pitch itself didn't change much, but facing batters with such fearless intent, who connect from the first ball, poses a significant challenge. The only strategy to counter such aggression is to take early wickets during the powerplay. Unfortunately, we couldn’t manage that today.After a loss, it's natural for decisions to be scrutinized. We fell short by 40-50 runs. Losing early wickets prevented us from building a strong innings, though Ayush and Nicky did well to help us reach 166. Even if we had set a target of 240, given their form, they likely would have chased it down."
Pat Cummins
Skipper : "(On whether the pitch changed during the innings break) It might as well have, with the way Trav and Abhi played. They were unstoppable. I let them play their game; they're both incredibly positive and skilled. As a bowler, it's challenging to control such aggression, especially with limited outfield protection. Travis's extraordinary hitting isn't surprising anymore. He's unconventional but effective, consistently finding the bat's middle. I hadn't seen much of him(Abhishek Sharma) before, but he's shown he's formidable against both seam and spin, playing with remarkable freedom.Par scores are rising due to good wickets and limited fielding restrictions. We were confident but finishing the game in just 9.4 overs was unexpected. We love the home-ground advantage, but today was something special."
Player of the Match: Travis Head
Travis Head : "It's been thrilling to bat with Abhi. My focus has been on good positioning and reacting quickly to the ball. I caught a rhythm early and aimed to exploit the powerplay. I've been honing my skills against spin, important for upcoming matches in the Caribbean and the World Cup. My coaches encourage the same aggressive approach, especially in the powerplay, and I aim to maintain this consistency to contribute to the team."
Tonight, lock horns with the in a crucial mid-table clash. Both sides are locked on six wins, with SRH holding a narrow net run rate lead – a trump card in the IPL's wild game.SRH licked their wounds after a recent Mumbai defeat, their batting fizzling faster than a sparkler on a damp Diwali. But fret not Orange Army! Back at their fortress Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, where they've already scalped three wins, the home crowd roars like a hungry lion. And with Travis Head wielding his willow with consistent fury, things could get spicy for LSG.
Speaking of spice, LSG carry a curious hoodoo: they've conquered SRH in all three of their previous meetings. Can SRH finally rewrite history and slay the giant ?
LSG themselves are reeling from a KKR drubbing, their potent bowling attack resembling a damp firecracker. Skipper KL Rahul, ever the aggressor, needs a big knock to silence the doubters. Injuries also cloud their pace attack, with Mohsin Khan's availability uncertain. The pressure mounts on Naveen-ul-Haq and Yash Thakur to keep things tight.And then there's Nicholas Pooran – the enigma. Will he unleash his six-hitting prowess tonight, or leave us tantalized once again?
This is a mid-table melee with high stakes. A battle for bragging rights and a playoff lifeline. Will SRH avenge their past and reign supreme at home? Or will LSG defy the odds? Don't miss this nail-biter, folks, it promises fireworks!
Head to Head
Milestones Alert:
1 -Heinrich Klaasen (49) needs one four to complete 50 fours in IPL.
2 -Mayank Agarwal (98) needs two sixes to complete 100 sixes in IPL.
5 -KL Rahul (395) needs five fours to complete 400 fours in IPL.
5 -Nicholas Pooran (95) needs five fours to complete 100 fours in the league.
5 -Deepak Hooda (95) needs five fours to complete 100 fours in the league.
9 -Marcus Stoinis (91) needs nine sixes to complete 100 sixes in IPL.
100 -Abhishek Sharma is all set to play his 100th T20 game. 
Venue stats- IPL 2024
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Pitch Report | Sanjay Manjrekar & Matthew Hayden:
Manjrekar: "Today's match is on pitch number two, remembered for the season-high 277 runs, a record later surpassed. However, its fame remains. It's a central pitch today, which means there are no notably short boundaries; they are all roughly in the mid-sixties, varying by just a few meters, and the straight hit is particularly long. This setup favors spinners, who will appreciate the relatively larger boundary dimensions."
Hayden: "We're at the peak of the Indian summer, and Hyderabad feels like a clay oven today—extremely hot and dry. The pitch itself is hard and has begun showing tiny cracks. I doubt we'll see a record score today. It looks like a pitch where 200 runs is feasible, thanks to a very fast outfield and minimal dew expected tonight. Fast bowlers will likely use their cutters effectively, particularly in the middle overs. Bowlers like Natarajan can exploit these conditions well, especially towards the end of an innings."
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TOSS: Won the Toss and Elected to Bat first
KL Rahul Skipper: "We'll bat first. We've had high-scoring games here previously, so we aim to set a strong total early.This is a crucial match for both teams. We've been in such positions before, so our goal is to stay strong and enjoy the game. We're focusing on one thing at a time; starting with a solid performance in the first 6 overs and building from there.Our home record has been decent. Playing with home support always makes a difference, and we would have preferred that. However, away games have their merits too. We're familiar with the conditions and how they play out. Right now, our entire focus is on today's game."
Pat Cummins Skipper: "Yeah, thank you. My body tells me I'm 31, and with my birthday falling during the IPL, I'm expecting some cake on my face.We would have opted to bat first as well, but batting second here isn't much of a disadvantage based on past games, so I'm not too disappointed.It's hard to predict; this venue has seen high scores, so we'll just have to see how it unfolds.The challenge is relentless; you have to keep winning right until the end. Winning today is crucial, though I feel there are still a few games we haven’t quite perfected yet. We're making a couple of team changes today. Sanvir Singh comes in for Mayank Agarwal, and Viyaskanth replaces Marco Jansen."
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