In a match that left Lakhnau Super Giants reeling, Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a convincing victory on Wednesday, with 62 balls and all 10 wickets remaining. Played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, SRH posted a challenging total of 165 runs in 20 overs after batting first. In response, Lakhnau Super Giants could only manage to chase the target in 9.4 overs without losing any wickets.
After Lakhnau Super Giants’ decisive loss, captain KL Rahul admitted to a major mistake by his team. Rahul also lavishly praised both openers of Hyderabad, Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. He mentioned that the way Hyderabad’s batsmen played shots seemed effortless, as if there were no challenges posed by the pitch. It’s worth noting that this defeat marks Lakhnau Super Giants’ sixth loss of the current season.
What KL Rahul Said:
“I’m at a loss for words. We watched their batting on TV, but it was simply exceptional. Their style deserves praise; they were playing shots as if there were no obstacles between bat and ball. They worked hard to hit sixes.”
“They didn’t give us a chance to understand the pitch. There weren’t many changes in the pitch, but their mentality and freedom to strike from the first ball turned the game around. The only way to stop them was to take wickets in the powerplay, which we couldn’t.”
The Exciting Playoff Race:
The path to the playoffs has become challenging for Lakhnau Super Giants. To secure their spot in the top 4, they need to win their remaining two matches and also depend on the results of other matches. On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad, with their recent win, have knocked Mumbai Indians out of the playoff race.
Conclusion:
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s remarkable victory has put Lakhnau Super Giants in a tough spot. KL Rahul’s statements indicate that he and his team are ready to perform better in the upcoming matches. Meanwhile, SRH has bolstered their playoff chances and will be even more enthusiastic in the next encounter.
