With a win at home and a recent defeat against the Chennai Super Kings on the away side, Gujarat Titans will look to pick up two crucial points against the high-flying SunRisers Hyderabad in Match 12 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Narendra Modi. Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, March 31. After starting their campaign on a high with a six-run win over MI, Gujarat lost to CSK by 63 runs. On the other hand, Hyderabad lost their opening match against Kolkata Knight Riders by four points in a nail-biting match. They stormed past MI by 31 runs in their second match of the season, breaking RCB’s record of 263 runs by scoring the highest total by any team in the IPL with 277 runs.
As both teams approach their third match of the tournament, we delve into the predicted XIs ahead of a highly anticipated encounter.
GT predicted XI
Wriddhiman Saha (wicket keeper)
Wriddhiman Saha, GT’s second-highest run-getter in IPL 2024, hasn’t exactly had a dream start this season but has managed to get GT off to a smooth start in two matches. He has amassed 40 runs so far and is expected to romp against SRH.
Shubman Gill (captain)
Captain Gill had a brief spell in the crease during his previous outing against CSK. A peach delivery by Deepak Chahar saw him bagged for just eight runs. Shubman Gill may have succumbed to a lot of pressure in a short space of time this season, but that could be his fuel to set Ahmedabad on fire against SRH.
Sai Sudharsan
Sai Sudharsan leads the top scorer chart for Gujarat Titans with 80 runs in two matches. His ability to anchor and accelerate the innings when required makes him a valuable asset in the predicted XI against SRH.
Vijay Shankar
The experienced all-rounder is a key player in the predicted XI against SRH. Known for his ability to contribute with both bat and ball, Vijay Shankar adds balance to GT’s middle order. He hasn’t fired any shots this season, but will likely make waves as the tournament progresses.
David Miller
Mr Reliable David Miller of Gujarat Titans will be an exciting prospect to watch out for when he takes on his compatriots who will be flashing the SRH colours. Miller has always gone the extra mile in high-scoring encounters and judging the playing styles of both teams, expect the left-hander to turn heads in this mouth-watering clash.
Azmatullah Omarzai
Known for his variations of pace and hard-hitting abilities, Afghan youngster Azmatullah Omarzai could be a key addition to GT’s likely XI in this encounter. Omarzai is known for his aggressive batting style and can provide quick runs in the middle overs. He can scalp early wickets with his pace bowling during the powerplays.
Rahul Tewatia
Rahul Tewatia, a seasoned campaigner in the IPL, will play a crucial role in the 11th match against SRH. Known for his great skill and handy leg-spin bowling, Tewatia brings versatility to the team. With his experience and skills, he is expected to be a key player in the upcoming match.
Rashid Khan
The Afghan leg-spin sensation is a key figure in the GT eleventh match against Hyderabad. Rashid Khan failed to perform with the ball against CSK in his previous match, but his experience of five seasons with the Orange Army will be of great value in this encounter. You can’t write off Rashid Khan in the T20 format so easily. He will likely spin his web around the 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 draw bounce from the field, Johnson is likely to tear through a resilient batting line-up in Hyderabad.
Mohit Sharma
Mohit Sharma, a favorite of Ashish Nehra, is likely to be an integral part of GT’s fast bowling unit in the upcoming encounter. His ability to provide crucial breakthroughs makes him an important player in the playing XI. He has three wickets to his name in the tournament so far and would be aiming to add to the tally against Hyderabad.
Sai Kishore
Known for his accuracy and ability to vary his pace, Sai Kishore can be effective in controlling the opponent’s scoring rate. The talented left-arm spinner has picked up two wickets and he could provide the needed backup to Rashid Khan’s spin-bowling firepower.
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SRH predicts XI
Mayank Agarwal
The dynamic, top-order batsman, known for his aggressive strokeplay, is likely to feature in SunRisers Hyderabad’s predicted XI against Gujarat Titans. With solid technique and the ability to pace the innings, Agarwal provides stability at the top of the order. But that’s not it, his agility in the field cannot be ignored. Mayank’s ability to stop crucial boundaries and sixes makes him a nightmare for batters on the field.
Travis Head
With an exciting performance against Mumbai Indians in his previous match, Travis Head opens the innings with Mayank Agarwal for Hyderabad. Travis scored 62 runs off just 24 balls in his first match, Head could send the GT bowlers to the cleaners in the upcoming clash.
Abhishek Sharma
With SunRisers one behind, Abhishek Sharma expresses himself brilliantly in IPL 2024. With a mammoth strike rate of 226.19 and a total of 95 runs in two matches, Sharma can speak volumes with his bat when put to the test against that of Gujarat. bowlers.
Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram is expected to play a crucial role in SRH’s XI against GT. Known for his elegant strokeplay and solid technique, Markram adds stability at the top. His ability to build and accelerate an innings when required makes him a valuable asset in the middle overs.
Heinrich Klassen (wicketkeeper)
The man who led SunRisers to the highest ever IPL total of 277 runs, hard-hitting sensation Heinrich Klassen is expected to rage at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With an impressive strike rate of 226.98 and a total of 143 runs in just two matches, Klassen’s explosive batting in the middle order makes him an important addition to the SRH squad.
Pat Cummins (captain)
Captain Cummins has not shot the bat for SunRisers Hyderabad so far. But he has managed to impress by taking three wickets in two matches. The winning captain of the ICC Men’s CWC 2023 is likely to step up and prove his mettle against a star-studded Gujarat side.
Abdul Samad
Abdul Samad, the promising young all-rounder from Jammu and Kashmir, is expected to feature in SRH’s XI against GT. Known for his powerful hitting skills, Samad adds depth to the team’s lineup. His ability to score quick runs in the lower mid-range makes him a valuable asset to the Orange Army.
Shahbaz Ahmed
The bowling all-rounder will be useful in leading the spin attack for SunRisers. He is not yet very good with the ball, but he could get crucial scalps for his team in the upcoming match. Shahbaz can also contribute with the bat and score much-needed runs on days when the SRH batting order would crumble.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the veteran Indian pacer, is likely to feature in SRH’s 11th match against GT. Known for his ability to swing the ball in both directions and bowl accurate yorkers, Bhuvneshwar is a powerful force with the new ball and at the death. His experience in the IPL and his knack for picking up crucial wickets makes him an important player for SRH.
Mayank Markande
SRH are likely to depend on the services of Mayank Markande when it comes to spin bowling. Markande is a handy bowler who picks up wickets mid-game. Mayank took two wickets in two matches and would be aiming to improve his score against Gujarat.
Jaydev Unadkat
Known for his ability to swing the ball and bowl deceptive, slower deliveries, Unadkat can be a powerful force in the middle overs and at the death. With two wickets in two matches, Unadkat is likely to use his skills and expertise to play a crucial role in the upcoming match.
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