Sunrisers Hyderabad Potential Playing XI for IPL 2025

The Sunrisers Hyderabad are gearing up for a strong comeback after narrowly missing the IPL 2024 title in the final against KKR. The IPL 2025 season will feature some fresh faces alongside India’s premier bowler, Mohammed Shami. SRH has retained their captain, Pat Cummins, along with explosive batters Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. They have also kept their top-class all-rounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy, in the squad.

With a determined approach, SRH aims to seize every opportunity to claim the IPL title this season.

Here’s a look at their potential playing XI for IPL 2025:

Top Order

1. Travis Head (✈️)- The experienced Australian all-rounder Travis Head is set to open alongside Abhishek Sharma, just like last season. In the previous season, he impressed cricket fans with his explosive batting, helping SRH score over 100 runs in the Powerplay on two occasions. This year, he aims to continue from where he left off.
2. Abhishek Sharma: The young batter impressed everyone with his explosive batting last year. His partnership with Head as an opening duo could pose a significant threat to the bowler.
3. Ishan Kishan (WK): Ishan Kishan, an opening batter, may find a new role-playing at the No. 3 position for his new team. Previously playing for the Mumbai Indians, he is an explosive batter known for his ability to maintain a high scoring rate, even after early wickets fall.

Middle Order

4. Heinrich Klassen (✈️): The Proteas wicketkeeper-batter made a name for himself in SA20 and was picked by SRH in last year’s mini-auction. After performing well last season, he was retained for IPL 2025. With his potential to be a game-changer, including him in SRH’s strongest playing XI for IPL 2024 is undoubtedly a perfect choice.
5. Abhinav Manohar: A reliable middle order batter previously with the Gujarat Titans, he impressed everyone with his stable batting in the middle overs last year. He has the ability to provide depth to the middle order.

All-rounder

6. Nitish Kumar Reddy- A valuable asset for SRH, he delivered several match-winning performances for the team. His consistent contributions with both bat and ball played a crucial role in Hyderabad’s decision to retain him.
7. Sachin Baby- Sachin is a left-handed middle-order batsman and an occasional right-arm off-spinner. His absence from the playing XI is significant, as he has the ability to add quick runs and break crucial partnerships with his bowling.
8. Pat Cummins (C) (✈️)- One of the most successful all-format captains is ready to lead the team again in the upcoming season. His skills in bowling, batting, and wise decision-making make him an exceptional leader. Last year, he guided his team to the finals, and this time, he is determined to secure the IPL 2025 title.
9. Harshal Patel- Also known as “Purple Patel,” he has won the Purple Cap twice and is an excellent all-rounder. While his primary role is bowling, he steps up in death overs to deliver crucial runs with powerful hits when the team needs them most.

Bowling Attack

10. Mohammed Shami: Shami is an experienced pace bowler in white-ball cricket. Recently, he showcased his skills in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, impressing everyone after a long injury break. He was surprised not only with his bowling but also with his explosive batting abilities. The duo of Shami and Cummins will be exciting to watch in the upcoming season.
11. Rahul Chahar: The young leg-spinner provides crucial variety and wicket-taking opportunities in the middle overs. Previously part of Punjab, he has been one of the standout performers in the IPL. Chahar’s wicket-taking consistency makes him a valuable asset to any team.

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