NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has lauded Sunrisers Hyderabad’s daring transfer in securing the providers of Pat Cummins for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. Pathan emphasised the numerous momentum Cummins has garnered from his latest worldwide performances.
Whereas acknowledging Cummins’ previous IPL statistics, Pathan expressed optimism concerning the Australian quick bowler’s potential to make a considerable impression and lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to success within the match.SRH made headlines by appointing Cummins because the captain of the group for the 2024 IPL season, following his acquisition for a staggering Rs 20.5 crore within the public sale.
Cummins’ stellar performances in 2023 additional solidified his management credentials. Notably, he performed a pivotal position in Australia’s triumphs, together with profitable the World Take a look at Championship (WTC), retaining the Ashes in England, and securing a file sixth Males’s ODI World Cup as captain.
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This IPL season marks Cummins’ debut as a captain within the match. Moreover, it reunites him with Daniel Vettori, the newly appointed head coach of SRH, who additionally serves as an assistant coach for the Australian group. The mix of Cummins’ distinctive abilities and Vettori’s teaching experience units the stage for an thrilling season forward for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
“Sunrisers Hyderabad taking a punt on Pat Cummins’ momentum which is very good for him from the final two seasons be it ICC 50 overs World Cup and WTC ultimate and the best way he’s acting at a global stage,” mentioned Irfan Pathan on Star Sports activities’ present “Recreation Plan”.
“My doubt is just there as his IPL numbers are usually not that nice eight-and-a-half economic system within the IPL which is kind of excessive for a premier high quality quick bowler, hopefully, that may change in a single season, so Sunrisers Hyderabad shall be hoping he’ll capable of come and lead the aspect to the victory which they haven’t received it from a while now however I actually assume that T20 cricket is a distinct type of sport examine to 50 overs and Take a look at cricket,” he added.
SRH confronted challenges within the earlier two IPL seasons beneath the captaincy of Aiden Markram, failing to realize vital success. Their efficiency hit a low level in IPL 2023 as they completed on the backside of the factors desk, managing simply 4 wins from 14 matches.
Nonetheless, regardless of Markram’s struggles with SRH, he discovered success because the captain of SunRisers Jap Cape, a sister group of the SRH franchise, within the SA20 league. Markram led SunRisers Jap Cape to victory within the first two seasons of the SA20, showcasing his management skills and contributing to the group’s success within the South African league.
One other Indian cricketer Varun Aaron praised Rajasthan Royals for his or her stable and well-balanced group composition. He notably singled out Riyan Parag as a participant to look at, emphasising the funding made in him by the franchise. Aaron expressed excessive hopes for Parag’s efficiency, citing his explosive hitting capability and potential to dominate the match.
Parag was the very best scorer within the Deodhar Trophy, hammered probably the most sixes (23, ten greater than the subsequent finest — Kerala’s Rohan Kunnummal) and in addition completed joint-third highest wicket-taker. He additionally made a world file of scoring seven consecutive fifties within the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
“I believe they’re some of the stable and actually well-balanced groups within the IPL, my take can be this IPL ought to be the approaching of age of Riyan Parag as a result of they actually invested lots in him. He has given them returns on and off however the sort of kind he was in home cricket is one thing which I’m actually looking for as a result of the ability he has and the hitting capability he possesses is nearly second to none in Indian cricket. I’d like to see him actually come of age, go bonkers and simply take bowlers aside,” mentioned Aaron.
Former Australia cricketer Aaron Finch, providing insights into Mumbai Indians’ technique, highlighted the good thing about Rohit Sharma relinquishing his captaincy position and focusing solely on batting. Finch believes this shift will relieve the strain on Sharma, permitting him to excel in his major position as a gap batsman.
“I believe for Rohit, the problem can be simply strolling out and opening the batting as he did so many instances for India and Mumbai over time. This is likely to be a wipe-off for his shoulders. When you find yourself captaining a group continually all over the place you go you’re captain of the group you will get engrossed lots in that, so now having a freedom to stroll out and bat shall be helpful for him personally and Mumbai Indians,” mentioned Finch.
(With IANS inputs)
Whereas acknowledging Cummins’ previous IPL statistics, Pathan expressed optimism concerning the Australian quick bowler’s potential to make a considerable impression and lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to success within the match.SRH made headlines by appointing Cummins because the captain of the group for the 2024 IPL season, following his acquisition for a staggering Rs 20.5 crore within the public sale.
Cummins’ stellar performances in 2023 additional solidified his management credentials. Notably, he performed a pivotal position in Australia’s triumphs, together with profitable the World Take a look at Championship (WTC), retaining the Ashes in England, and securing a file sixth Males’s ODI World Cup as captain.
Additionally Learn:
Watch IPL in USA
Watch IPL in Qatar
This IPL season marks Cummins’ debut as a captain within the match. Moreover, it reunites him with Daniel Vettori, the newly appointed head coach of SRH, who additionally serves as an assistant coach for the Australian group. The mix of Cummins’ distinctive abilities and Vettori’s teaching experience units the stage for an thrilling season forward for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
“Sunrisers Hyderabad taking a punt on Pat Cummins’ momentum which is very good for him from the final two seasons be it ICC 50 overs World Cup and WTC ultimate and the best way he’s acting at a global stage,” mentioned Irfan Pathan on Star Sports activities’ present “Recreation Plan”.
“My doubt is just there as his IPL numbers are usually not that nice eight-and-a-half economic system within the IPL which is kind of excessive for a premier high quality quick bowler, hopefully, that may change in a single season, so Sunrisers Hyderabad shall be hoping he’ll capable of come and lead the aspect to the victory which they haven’t received it from a while now however I actually assume that T20 cricket is a distinct type of sport examine to 50 overs and Take a look at cricket,” he added.
SRH confronted challenges within the earlier two IPL seasons beneath the captaincy of Aiden Markram, failing to realize vital success. Their efficiency hit a low level in IPL 2023 as they completed on the backside of the factors desk, managing simply 4 wins from 14 matches.
Nonetheless, regardless of Markram’s struggles with SRH, he discovered success because the captain of SunRisers Jap Cape, a sister group of the SRH franchise, within the SA20 league. Markram led SunRisers Jap Cape to victory within the first two seasons of the SA20, showcasing his management skills and contributing to the group’s success within the South African league.
One other Indian cricketer Varun Aaron praised Rajasthan Royals for his or her stable and well-balanced group composition. He notably singled out Riyan Parag as a participant to look at, emphasising the funding made in him by the franchise. Aaron expressed excessive hopes for Parag’s efficiency, citing his explosive hitting capability and potential to dominate the match.
Parag was the very best scorer within the Deodhar Trophy, hammered probably the most sixes (23, ten greater than the subsequent finest — Kerala’s Rohan Kunnummal) and in addition completed joint-third highest wicket-taker. He additionally made a world file of scoring seven consecutive fifties within the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
“I believe they’re some of the stable and actually well-balanced groups within the IPL, my take can be this IPL ought to be the approaching of age of Riyan Parag as a result of they actually invested lots in him. He has given them returns on and off however the sort of kind he was in home cricket is one thing which I’m actually looking for as a result of the ability he has and the hitting capability he possesses is nearly second to none in Indian cricket. I’d like to see him actually come of age, go bonkers and simply take bowlers aside,” mentioned Aaron.
Former Australia cricketer Aaron Finch, providing insights into Mumbai Indians’ technique, highlighted the good thing about Rohit Sharma relinquishing his captaincy position and focusing solely on batting. Finch believes this shift will relieve the strain on Sharma, permitting him to excel in his major position as a gap batsman.
“I believe for Rohit, the problem can be simply strolling out and opening the batting as he did so many instances for India and Mumbai over time. This is likely to be a wipe-off for his shoulders. When you find yourself captaining a group continually all over the place you go you’re captain of the group you will get engrossed lots in that, so now having a freedom to stroll out and bat shall be helpful for him personally and Mumbai Indians,” mentioned Finch.
(With IANS inputs)
