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Australia’s World Cup winning captain Pat Cummins is all set to lead IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The franchise made an official announcement regarding the same on Monday, March 4.
The Australian pacer, who was acquired for INR 20.5 Crore in the 2024 IPL mini auction, held in December 2023 in Dubai is expected to lead the side, being one of the top buys at the auction table. He will replace Aiden Markram at the helm, who led the side in last two IPL seasons, but without any significant success. Check the top betting trends on the best betting sites in India and apps.
However, this change was expected since the time Cummins was signed by the franchise, seeing the success he has had at international level.
Dale Steyn to miss IPL 2024; SRH eye new bowling coach
It is further being reported that former South African legend Dale Steyn will miss the 2024 edition of the IPL. As reported by Cricbuzz, the pace legend has requested permission to take a break from the IPL duties this year. However, if reports are to be believed, he is expected to return next season.
Steyn, who has featured in 93 Tests, 125 ODIs, 47 T20Is in his illustrious international career, has reportedly informed the franchise management of his unavailability this year. The Hyderabad-based franchise has initiated the search of a new bowling coach and the announcement regarding the same is expected to come out soon.
The Sunrisers Hyderabad will kickstart their IPL 2024 campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 23. Moreover, out of their four fixtures scheduled to be played in Phase 1 of IPL 2024, two will be played at their home ground at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad whereas one will be played in Kolkata and the other in Ahmedabad.
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