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Introduction
SRH have more or less the same squad as last year. But, for some reason, this squad looks a little weaker. It could be due to the conditions that are on offer in UAE as opposed to ones in Hyderabad (and Rest of India). Overall, the SRH side should be competitive but lack a little in the batting department, as is the case with quite a lot of teams, surprisingly.
Suggestive Playing XI by Mihir Vohra
Mihir’s SWOT Analysis
strengths
- The strength of SRH is once again their bowling attack, although, this year they might struggle with their 5th bowler. Overall, it is most likely to exhibit good balance between pace, seam and spin.
- Their top-order batting is as explosive as RCB’s and perhaps even more dependable. SRH could ride on this strength. in its variety and balance.
weaknesses
- A small weakness which I can see is the lack of an impact all-rounder who can bat a little higher up the order, someone like Shakib-al Hasan or Yuvraj Singh of yesteryears.
- SRH’s lack of bench strength is something I am concerned about.
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opportunities
- There are a few young batsmen and all-rounders who have a high probability of getting a few games. If that does happen, these players have an excellent opportunity to showcase their talent on the biggest stage.
- SRH, for all intents and purposes would be the underdogs for this year, a perfect opportunity for them to fly under the radar.
threats
- The lure of playing Mohammad Nabi or Mitchell Marsh could mean Kane Williamson has to sit out, which would be a high threat to their top-order batting and the overall stability of their batting lineup.
player from another team
Marcus Stoinis —> Instead of Mohammad Nabi or Mitchell Marsh who don’t provide the level of batting as Stoinis does, Marcus Stoinis is someone who could have easily played in this lineup. At number 3, he has been a proven batsman for the Melbourne Stars and Australia, while also providing a bowling option. Also to note is that he may not necessarily be a guaranteed starter in the DC lineup.
key player
Rashid Khan —> Not only is Rashid Khan expected to bowl economically and take wickets, his display of batting skills in last year or two, in leagues across the globe will require him to shoulder much more batting responsibilities, especially with the absence of a dedicated pinch hitter in the SRH lineup.
prediction
I don’t see this team making the playoffs this year. In fact, I expect the team to be in the bottom two this season.
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