IPL 2024: The IPL 2024 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will be played today. This will be the fifth game for both teams.
Date and Venue
The PBKS vs SRH IPL 2024 match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Mohali on April 9 from 7:30 pm IST. Both PBKS and SRH have four points and will be looking forward to moving up in the table.
PBKS vs SRH Match Preview – IPL 2024, Match 23
Punjab Kings
The Kings clinched victory in their previous match by successfully chasing a target of 200 against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. Shashank Singh’s explosive innings and Ashutosh Sharma’s valuable contribution played pivotal roles in the team’s triumph.
Despite this recent success, there are areas where the Kings need to improve. Bowlers like Harshal Patel and Rahul Chahar have not been meeting expectations in recent matches. Furthermore, Liam Livingstone’s absence due to a hamstring injury sustained against LSG might persist in upcoming games.
PBKS Probable Playing-11
Jonny Bairstow, Shikhar Dhawan (C), Sam Curran, Prabhsimran Singh, Shashank Singh, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada, Ashutosh Sharma, Harshal Patel, Rahul Chahar
Sunrisers Hyderabad
SRH has clinched victories in two home games but suffered defeats in both their away matches. In the matches they won, both their batting and bowling units showcased strong performances. However, they failed to replicate this success in their away fixtures.
The opening duo of Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head has been aggressive from the outset, aiming to maximize runs during the powerplay. They have consistently provided solid starts in the two matches they emerged victorious.
Their bowling department appears strong with Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Pat Cummins leading the attack. However, their spin department lacks consistency.
SRH Probable Playing-11
Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Aiden Markram, Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Pat Cummins (C), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, T Natarajan, Mayank Markande, Shahbaz Ahmed, Abdul Samad, Nitish Kumar Reddy
PBKS vs SRH: Dream 11 Picks
Keeper: Jonny Bairstow, Heinrich Klaasen
Batsmen: Prabhsimran Singh, Abhishek Sharma ©, Travis Head, Shikhar Dhawan
All-rounders: Sam Curran (vc), Aiden Markram
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Pat Cummins, Kagiso Rabada
PBKS vs SRH: head-to-head stats
So far in the IPL, PBKS and SRH have played against each other 21 times. Out of these, SRH has won 14 matches against Punjab, while PBKS has won 7 matches against Hyderabad
Weather and Pitch
The match will commence with temperatures around 32 degrees in Mohali, gradually dropping to 24 degrees (real feel 22 degrees) by the time the match finishes. There’s no forecast of rain, and humidity levels are not expected to exceed 21 per cent.
Mohali’s pitch stands out as India’s fastest, providing ample bounce that benefits fast bowlers. It’s a common strategy for teams to opt for bowling first to capitalise on the early moisture and exploit these favorable conditions.