In the 8th match of IPL 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad will clash with Mumbai Indians at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on March 27. Both teams are looking for their first win after suffering defeats in their opening matches.
Sunrisers Hyderabad showed promise in their narrow loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, indicating a potential turnaround from their performance last season when they finished at the bottom of the table. However, they face a tough challenge against Mumbai Indians, who boast a formidable lineup including Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah.
Mumbai Indians, despite their loss to Gujarat Titans in the previous match, are known for their strong comebacks. Their well-rounded team and experienced players make them a formidable opponent for any team in the IPL 2024.
SRH vs MI Match Details:
Match: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2024
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 PM (IST)
Live Broadcast and Streaming: Star Sports Channels, Jio Cinema App and Website
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium typically offers assistance to both batsmen and bowlers. Initially, bowlers may find swing and seam movement, but as the game progresses, the pitch tends to favour batsmen, with spinners also finding some turn. However, given it’s the early stages of the season, spinners might not find as much assistance initially.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played: 21
Mumbai Indians won: 12
Sunrisers Hyderabad Won: 09
No Result: NIL
First Played: May 1, 2013
Last Played: May 21, 2023
SRH vs MI Probable Playing XIs:
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
Mayank Agarwal,
Rahul Tripathi,
Aiden Markram,
Heinrich Klaasen (wk),
Abdul Samad,
Shahbaz Ahmed,
Marco Jansen,
Pat Cummins (c),
Bhuvneshwar Kumar,
Mayank Markande,
T Natarajan
Mumbai Indians:
Ishan Kishan (wk),
Rohit Sharma,
Naman Dhir,
Dewald Brevis,
Tilak Varma,
Hardik Pandya (c),
Tim David,
Piyush Chawla,
G Coetzee,
Jasprit Bumrah,
Luke Wood
Probable Best Players of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Heinrich Klaasen’s recent batting form across various cricket leagues worldwide has been exceptional. Despite a valiant effort in the first game, he couldn’t carry his team over the line. Expect his fine form to continue in IPL 2024.
Probable Best Bowler: Jasprit Bumrah, one of the premier bowlers in world cricket, showcased his prowess by taking three wickets in the previous game. He will be determined to lead his team to victory with another stellar performance.
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Today’s Match Prediction: Sunrisers Hyderabad to win the match
Considering the recent form and team composition, Sunrisers Hyderabad are predicted to win the match. The toss may play a crucial role, with two possible scenarios:
Scenario 1: If Sunrisers Hyderabad win the toss and choose to bowl, a power play score of 40-50 and a first innings score of 160-165 could lead to their victory.
Scenario 2: If Mumbai Indians win the toss and elect to bowl, a power play score of 60-70 and a first innings score of 200-210 might favour Sunrisers Hyderabad for the win.
While both teams possess formidable lineups, Sunrisers Hyderabad are predicted to emerge victorious in what promises to be an exhilarating encounter in IPL 2024.
Disclaimer: The above information is a result of research and Axpert Media is not responsible for errors in the same.
