With a win at home and a recent defeat against Chennai Super Kings on away soil, Gujarat Titans will be aiming to grab two crucial points against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 12th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, March 31. After making a great start to their campaign with a six-run win over MI, Gujarat lost to CSK by 63 runs. Hyderabad, on the other hand, lost their first match against Kolkata Knight Riders by four runs in a close contest. They defeated MI by 31 runs in their second match of the season, breaking RCB’s record of 263 runs for the highest score by a team in the IPL with 277 runs.
As both the teams head towards their third game of the tournament, let’s take a look at the predicted XI ahead of a much-awaited encounter.
GT Estimated XI
Wriddhiman Saha (wicketkeeper)
GT’s second-highest run-scorer in IPL 2024, Wriddhiman Saha has not had a dream start this season but has managed to get GT off to a fast start in the two matches. He has scored 40 runs so far and is expected to perform strongly against SRH.
Shubman Gill (Captain)
Captain Gill had a brief stay at the crease in his last match against CSK. A peachy delivery from Deepak Chahar saw them bundle out for just eight runs. Shubman Gill may have faced a lot of pressure in short intervals this season, but this could add fuel to the fire in Ahmedabad against SRH.
Sai Sudarshan
Sai Sudarshan tops the top-scorer list for Gujarat Titans with 80 runs in two matches. His ability to handle the innings and accelerate when needed makes him a valuable asset in the predicted playing XI against SRH.
Vijay Shankar
The experienced all-rounder is a key player in the predicted playing XI against SRH. Known for his ability to contribute with both bat and ball, Vijay Shankar adds balance to GT’s middle order. He has not shown any aggressive performance in the current season, but as the tournament progresses, he is likely to make a splash.
david miller
It will be an exciting prospect to face off against his compatriots when Gujarat Titans’ Mr. Dependable David Miller dons the colors of SRH. Miller has always stepped up during high-scoring encounters and considering the playing style of both the teams, one can expect the southpaw to grab the limelight in this exciting encounter.
Azmatullah Omarzai
Known for his pace variety and hard-hitting abilities, Afghan youngster Azmatullah Omarzai could be an important inclusion in GT’s probable playing XI in this encounter. Known for his aggressive batting style, Umarzai can score runs quickly in the middle overs. He can take early wickets with his fast bowling during the powerplay.
Rahul Tewatia
Rahul Tewatia, an experienced campaigner in the IPL, is set to play a key role in the playing eleven against SRH. Known for his big-hitting ability and convenient leg-spin bowling, Tewatia brings versatility to the team. With his experience and skill set, he is expected to be a key player in the upcoming match.
Rashid Khan
The Afghan leg-spin sensation is a key man in GT’s playing eleven against Hyderabad. Rashid Khan failed to perform with the ball in his last match against CSK but his five seasons of experience with the Orange Army will be very valuable in this encounter. No one can dismiss Rashid Khan so easily in the T20 format. He is likely to weave his web around Sunrisers’ batting lineup.
spencer johnson
With three wickets in two matches, Australian fast bowling sensation Spencer Johnson will be the star bowler for GT. Known for his ability to generate pace and extract bounce from the pitch, Johnson is likely to dismantle Hyderabad’s strong batting line-up.
Mohit Sharma
Ashish Nehra’s favorite Mohit Sharma is likely to become an integral part of GT’s fast bowling unit in the upcoming encounter. His ability to provide crucial breakthroughs makes him a key player in the playing eleven. He has three wickets to his name so far in the tournament and he would like to increase the number of wickets against Hyderabad.
Sai Kishore
Known for his accuracy and ability to vary pace, Sai Kishore can be effective in controlling the opposition scoring rate. The talented left-arm spinner has taken two wickets and could bring the much-needed backup to Rashid Khan’s spin-bowling firepower.
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SRH’s predicted XI
Mayank Agarwal
The dynamic top-order batsman, known for his aggressive strokeplay, is likely to be included in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s predicted playing XI against Gujarat Titans. With a solid technique and the ability to pace the innings, Agarwal provides stability at the top of the order. But it is not so, his agility in the field cannot be ignored. Mayank’s ability to hit crucial fours and sixes makes him a nightmare for the batsmen on the field.
travis head
Coming off the back of a stellar performance against Mumbai Indians in his previous game, Travis Head will open the innings for Hyderabad along with Mayank Agarwal. With Travis scoring 62 off just 24 balls in his first game, Head could send the GT bowlers to the cleaners in the upcoming encounter.
Abhishek Sharma
Batting at one down for Sunrisers, Abhishek Sharma has been expressing himself brilliantly in IPL 2024. With a huge strike rate of 226.19 and a total of 95 runs in two matches, Sharma can speak volumes with his bat if he is tested against Gujarat. Bowler.
aiden markram
Aiden Markram is expected to play a key role in SRH’s playing eleven against GT. Known for his brilliant stroke play and solid technique, Markram adds stability to the top order. His ability to build an innings and accelerate when needed makes him a valuable asset in the middle overs.
Heinrich Klaasen (wicketkeeper)
The man who led Sunrisers to their highest ever IPL score of 277 runs, hard-hitting sensation Heinrich Klaasen is expected to put in a fiery performance at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With an impressive strike rate of 226.98 and a total of 143 runs in just two matches, Klaasen’s explosive batting in the middle order makes him a key inclusion in the SRH squad.
Pat Cummins (captain)
Captain Cummins has not yet performed strongly with the bat for Sunrisers Hyderabad. But he has managed to make an impact with the ball, taking three wickets in two matches. The ICC Men’s CWC 2023-winning captain is likely to step up and prove his mettle against the star-studded Gujarat team.
Abdul Samad
Jammu and Kashmir’s promising young all-rounder Abdul Samad is expected to be in SRH’s playing eleven against GT. Known for his powerful hitting abilities, Samad adds depth to the team’s lineup. His ability to score runs quickly in the lower middle order makes him a valuable asset for the Orange Army.
Shahbaz Ahmed
The bowling all-rounder will be useful in leading the spin attack for Sunrisers. He has not been able to perform that well with the ball yet, but in the upcoming match he can get important wickets for his team. Shahbaz can also contribute with the bat and score much-needed runs on days when SRH’s batting order will crumble.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Experienced Indian fast bowler, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is likely to feature in SRH’s playing eleven against GT. Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways and bowl accurate yorkers, Bhuvneshwar is a powerful player with the new ball and in the death overs. His experience in the IPL and his ability to take important wickets makes him a key player for SRH.
Mayank Markande
SRH are likely to rely on the services of Mayank Markandey when it comes to spin bowling. Markandey is a useful bowler who takes wickets in the middle phase of the game. Mayank has taken two wickets in two matches and will be looking to improve his wicket tally against Gujarat.
Jaydev Unadkat
Known for his ability to swing the ball and bowl deceptively slow balls, Unadkat can be a powerful force in the middle overs and death overs. With two wickets in two matches, Unadkat is likely to use his skills and expertise to play a vital role in the upcoming match.
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