After losing two back-to-back matches, Sunrisers Hyderabad will have their task cut out when they take on high flying Delhi Capitals. The Sunrisers have suffered two crushing losses to Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab in their last two outings. Surprisingly, their strong batting lineup faltered in both the games. Against Mumbai, they were all out for just 96 while against Kings XI Punjab they could only manage to post a modest total of 150.
On the other hand, Delhi Capitals are brimming with confidence after beating Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders comfortably in their last two outings. The momentum is firmly with Delhi and they will look to make the most of it. However, Sunrisers will take heart from the fact that they have already beaten Delhi once this season.
Toss:
Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and decided to bowl first against Delhi Capitals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium,Hyderabad.
Here is what the captains said:
Kane Williamson:
“It’s usually a good surface here. Two strong teams, so looking forward to a good contest. Initially it was about recovering as quickly as I could to try and be fit and available for selection. We have a number of changes. I’m playing for Nabi, and three local changes as well.”
Shreyas Iyer:
“Winning two away games, really happy with the way it’s turned out. The boys have been consistent with their performances. We just need to believe in our abilities. Ingram has gone to South Africa to see his baby, so Munro comes in for him. Amit Mishra comes in for Tewatia.”
Teams:
Delhi Capitals (Playing XI):
Prithvi Shaw, Shikhar Dhawan, Colin Munro, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Chris Morris, Axar Patel, Amit Mishra, Keemo Paul, Kagiso Rabada, Ishant Sharma
Sunrisers Hyderabad (Playing XI):
David Warner, Jonny Bairstow(w), Kane Williamson(c), Vijay Shankar, Ricky Bhui, Deepak Hooda, Rashid Khan, Abhishek Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Sandeep Sharma, K Khaleel Ahmed