IPL 2018: Match preview of Hyderabad vs Punjab
Hyderabad vs Punjab
Punjab defeated determined Chennai by mere four runs
R Ashwin's Punjab face a big challenge in the form of Hyderabad, who are yet to face a defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018.
Punjab defeated determined Chennai by mere four runs to give MS Dhoni his first loss in the tournament.
Batsman Chris Gayle was mighty effective against Chennai at Mohali on Sunday, where he scored a blistering 63 runs from just 33 balls.
His innings included four sixes and seven fours. Considering that it was his first match in this year's IPL, he showed the world why he is still the most destructive in the world.
His form was not less than a warning to other franchises to be aware of the Jamaican cricketer.
Gayle would be looking to continue his sublime form but his past record against Hyderabad in the previous editions, he hasn’t fared very well.
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He boasts of a strike-rate of 151.72 in nine innings, but has only managed to score 220 runs at an average of 24.44.
Meanwhile, Hyderabad is having a ball in the IPL. Their batsman are in terrific form. In the played three matches, either Shikhar Dhawan or skipper Kane Williamson have managed to stood up for the team in order to set a mammoth target.
The bowling attack of Hyderabad has been outstanding and is capable to deplete any batting attack.
The visiting side is unlikely to tinker with the combination that has given them three wins.
Sandeep Sharma only got a game against Mumbai Indians due to an injury to Bhuvneshar Kumar.
However, once the lead pacer was fit, Sandeep had to make way despite a good showing. SRH are likely to remain unchanged for the game.
Punjab, on the other hand, may bring Manoj Tiwary to replace Yuvraj Singh, who has looked off colour.
Aaron Finch's golden ducks in the last two matches notwithstanding, he's likely to get another run.
Hyderabad has won all their four games against Punjab in Mohali. The last six head-to-head encounters all went to Hyderabad.
The clash promises to be a high voltage encounter with both the team having 50 per cent chances to clinch the game.