• Match: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings, 18th Match, Indian Premier League 2024
• Date and Time: April 05, 02:00 am GMT / 08:00 pm BD / 07:30 pm local time
• Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

In their recent clash against Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) endured a setback, succumbing to a seven-wicket defeat. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, SRH faced challenges with their batting lineup struggling to leave a significant mark, amassing a total of 162 runs in their allotted 20 overs. Noteworthy performances came from Abdul Samad, who scored 29 runs off 14 deliveries, showcasing three boundaries and a six, alongside Abhishek Sharma, who contributed 29 runs off 20 balls, featuring two boundaries and a six.

Additional runs were added by Heinrich Klaasen (24 runs), Shahbaz Ahmed (22 runs), Travis Head (19 runs), and Aiden Markram (17 runs). However, their bowling unit failed to contain Gujarat Titans, allowing them to chase down the target of 163 runs in 19.1 overs. Skipper Pat Cummins emerged as the most successful bowler for SRH, claiming one wicket for 28 runs in his four overs. Shahbaz Ahmed also secured a wicket, conceding 20 runs in two overs, while Mayank Markande picked up a wicket but conceded 33 runs in his three overs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, and Washington Sundar remained wicketless throughout the match.

On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced a setback in their recent encounter against Delhi Capitals, falling short in their chase of a target of 192 runs, managing only 171 runs within their allotted 20 overs. Asked to field first after losing the toss, CSK’s bowling unit struggled to contain the opposition, conceding 191 runs. Matheesha Pathirana emerged as the standout bowler for CSK, securing three wickets for 31 runs in his four overs. Ravindra Jadeja and Mustafizur Rahman also managed to take a wicket each but conceded 43 runs and 47 runs respectively in their four overs.

Despite commendable efforts from the batting lineup, led by Ajinkya Rahane’s 45 runs off 30 balls and MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 37 runs off 16 balls, CSK fell short of the target. Daryl Mitchell contributed 34 runs to the scoreboard, while Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 21 runs. However, Tushar Deshpande and Deepak Chahar couldn’t secure any wickets throughout the match.

Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sameer Rizvi, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman.

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Pat Cummins (c), Mayank Agarwal, Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Marco Jansen, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Markande, T Natarajan.

Who will win the toss? – Chennai Super Kings
Who will win the match? – Sunrisers Hyderabad

Captain: Shivam Dube
Vice-Captain: Heinrich Klaasen

Rachin Ravindra, Aiden Markram, Travis Head, Ravindra Jadeja, Daryl Mitchell, Pat Cummins, Matheesha Pathirana, Mustafizur Rahman, Mayank Markande.

According to toss predictions, the team winning the toss is expected to choose to bowl first. This decision is consistent with recent trends observed in IPL matches, where teams have found it challenging to defend a target.

The 18th match of IPL T20, 2024 is set to unfold at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. This stadium is famous for its classic flat and dry pitch, offering favorable conditions for batsmen. Spin bowlers have historically thrived here, taking advantage of the pitch’s inclination to offer turn and bounce as the game advances.

The weather forecast for Hyderabad appears promising for the forthcoming cricket match. Although there are minor chances of rain, we maintain optimism regarding the possibility of a full game.

• Stadium: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
• City: Hyderabad
• Capacity: 38, 000
• Ends: Pavilion End, North End
• Hosts to: Hyderabad (India), Sunrisers Hyderabad