As the IPL 2024 season reaches its climax, the Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals will battle it out in Qualifier 2 for a spot in the final. While RR comes in with high spirits after their win against RCB in the Eliminator, SRH has been a dominant force throughout the season. With power hitters on both sides, a thrilling encounter is expected between these two evenly matched teams. Here's all you need to know about when and where to watch the exciting match.
In a high-intensity match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad, it was Kolkata's star player Mitchell Starc who shone with his exceptional performance. The most expensive buy of IPL, Starc took three crucial wickets in the Powerplay which limited SRH to their third-lowest Powerplay score this season. While the bowlers played their part, Kolkata's batsmen Rahul Tripathi and Heinrich Klaasen also impressed with a 62-run partnership before Abdul Samad's explosive performance further secured KKR's victory.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have set a new Indian Premier League (IPL) record for the highest-ever team total, with a stunning score of 287/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The Orange Army dominated the match from the very start, with Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma leading the charge with their explosive batting performances. Despite RCB's efforts, SRH's total was further boosted by contributions from Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, and Abdul Samad, making it the second-highest total in all T20s. RCB, who have been struggling this season, will now have to make a record-breaking comeback if they want to secure a win.
Odisha FC faced a disappointing loss against Mohun Bagan in a nail-biting ISL semi-final match. Despite a goal from Jason Cummings and a strong performance from the Kalinga Warriors, a late goal from Sahal Abdul Samad secured Mohun Bagan's place in the final. Odisha's head coach, Sergio Lobera, praised the home crowd and their support but ultimately congratulated Mohun Bagan on their well-deserved win.
In a staggering display of power, Sunrisers Hyderabad demolished Royal Challengers Bangalore in a record-breaking match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Led by Travis Head's blistering century and explosive performances from Heinrich Klaasen and Abdul Samad, SRH scored a massive 287 runs, surpassing their own record for the highest IPL total this season. RCB's bowlers were no match for the onslaught, with Manipal Lomror and Reece Topley bearing the brunt of the onslaught. Despite debutant Lockie Ferguson's two wickets, RCB could not contain the unrelenting fury of SRH's batters.
In the Indian Premier League 2024, young and relatively unknown players have been making a name for themselves. In a match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings, 20-year-old Andhra batter Nitish Reddy stepped up and scored a magnificent half-century to lead his team to victory. Despite his humble background and non-existent recognition, Reddy has shown immense character and has been hailed as an asset for his team and the Indian team in the future. Despite a strong performance from Punjab's Arshdeep Singh, Hyderabad finished with an unexpected total of 182/9 with a vital contribution from player Abdul Samad.
In a closely fought match, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) emerged victorious against Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 2 runs in the 23rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Despite a strong effort by PBKS' Shashank Singh, who scored 46 runs off 25 balls, SRH's bowling attack proved too much for their opponents. Earlier, Nitish Reddy's 64 runs off 37 balls and a 50-run partnership with Abdul Samad helped SRH reach a total of 182/9, but PBKS' Arshdeep Singh's four-wicket haul limited their score.
After a disappointing three seasons, Sunrisers Hyderabad looks to reboot their campaign in the new IPL season with a well-rounded squad that includes the likes of Pat Cummins, Travis Head, and Abdul Samad. The team will also benefit from the presence of multiple leaders in the squad, including previous captain Aiden Markram and newly appointed T20 captain for Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga. Can the Orange Army make a comeback and prove their consistency once again?
Indian football fans have reason to rejoice as their team prepares to take on Afghanistan in a crucial match for the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Star midfielder Jeakson Singh Thounaojam is making a comeback to the national side after recovering from an injury, giving India a boost in their fight for qualification. Despite a disappointing performance in the AFC Asian Cup, the Blue Tigers hold an impressive record against Afghanistan, having won seven out of their 11 meetings. Fans can catch the match on TV as the team gears up for a tough battle in Abha, Saudi Arabia.