SRH vs LSG: Sunrisers Aim for Another Batting Masterclass, Ishan Kishan Doubtful

SRH vs LSG: Sunrisers Hyderabad Eye Another Explosive Batting Show

The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set for another high-scoring encounter as they take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad. With contrasting results in their last matches, LSG will be eager to bounce back, while SRH, having almost breached the 300-run mark previously, will look to continue their dominant run.

Ishan Kishan Injury Update: Will He Miss the LSG Clash?

SRH's star recruit, Ishan Kishan, delivered a spectacular century in their previous match, remaining unbeaten and leading his side to victory.

Ishan Kishan’s IPL 2025 Stats vs RR:

However, the dynamic batter suffered a knee injury while fielding, making his participation against LSG uncertain. Given that the tournament is still in its early stages, SRH might opt for caution and rest him if he hasn't fully recovered.

Who Can Replace Ishan Kishan?

In case Kishan is ruled out, Atharva Taide emerges as a like-for-like replacement. The former PBKS batter has solid IPL experience and can slot in at No. 3.

Atharva Taide’s IPL Stats:

His ability to maintain a high strike rate makes him a reliable backup option for SRH.

Will Jaydev Unadkat Replace Mohammed Shami?

Mohammed Shami had an off day against Rajasthan, conceding runs freely and struggling with a slight niggle. If SRH decides to give him a break, Jaydev Unadkat could step in. The left-arm pacer’s experience and ability to bring variety with his angle could be an asset against LSG’s left-handed batters.

However, given Shami's wicket-taking ability with the new ball, SRH is unlikely to drop him. If changes are made, they will most likely be limited to Kishan’s absence.

SRH’s Probable XI vs LSG

• Travis Head

• Abhishek Sharma

• Atharva Taide

• Nitish Kumar Reddy

• Heinrich Klaasen (wk)

• Aniket Verma

• Abhinav Manohar

• Pat Cummins (c)

• Simarjeet Singh

• Harshal Patel

• Mohammed Shami