PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction: This is a mid-table clash as 6th-placed Punjab Kings host 5th-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad in an all-important Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday evening, April 09, 2024.
Both PBKS and SRH have an identical record after four rounds, each winning twice and losing twice leading up to this game. Punjab’s two victories came on either side of defeats against Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants. What’s important for Shikhar Dhawan and Co. is that they broke their losing streak with a narrow three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans, during which 32-year-old Shashank Singh emerged as an instant IPL hero, rescuing PBKS from a seemingly hopeless situation.
Sunrisers Hyderabad are also plagued by inconsistency, as they hop from win and defeat, grappling to sustain the momentum. At the core of this unpredictability lies their bowling issues, teeming with bowlers underperforming in IPL 2024. More importantly, it’s the middle overs where they are losing battles, brought about by a conspicuous absence of an international-level spinner in their ranks.
PBKS vs SRH Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: Only one IPL game was played at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, which was PBKS‘ opening game of the IPL 2024 season. In that game, DC made a solid 174/9 in 20 overs, which Punjab chased down in 19.2 overs. The ball carried nicely to the bat, holding an even bounce. All three Harpreet Brar, Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav bowled beautifully in that match, which is a good indicator of what to expect from this match.
Weather Report: There’s no or little chance of rain for tomorrow in Mohali, while the humidity level is expected to touch 24%, which might be a factor in the 2nd innings. The good thing is that the temperature is likely to be around 32°C when the match commences, making the conditions slightly amicable for the players.
Head To Head Record
| Matches played | 21 |
| PBKS Wins | 07 |
| SRH Wins | 14 |
| No Result | 00 |
Injury and availability News
Punjab Kings:
- Liam Livingstone missed the PBKS match against Gujarat Titans after a hamstring injury against LSG. The England all-rounder remains doubtful for this clash.
- Sikandar Raza replaced Livingstone in PBKS Playing XI vs GT. The Zimbabwe all-rounder might get another chance if Livingstone is deemed unfit for this clash.
- After the heroics against GT, Shashank Singh has definitely nailed down a spot in PBKS Playing XI.
- Arshdeep Singh is likely to bowl only, meaning, he will either play as an impact player or get subbed for a batsman, depending on whether PBKS bat first or bowl.
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
- SRH might use the same sets of players that featured in the six-wicket win against the Chennai Super Kings.
- If that’s the case, Rahul Tripathi and Mayank Agarwal might not get the game time for the second straight match, with Nitish Kumar Reddy (14* off 8 balls) playing in the middle order.
- SRH are spoilt for choices when it comes to batting after the evolution of Abhishek Sharma.
- Travis Head is most likely to play only as a batsman.
- Jaydev Unadkat should hold down a spot in SRH Playing XI after a good bowling show against CSK.
TOP Picks For PBKS vs SRH Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Shikhar Dhawan: PBKS captain failed to impact the match against GT, scoring just one run. But we all know his quality as a batsman. He is likely to make a stunning comeback here.
- Abhishek Sharma: One for the future. The 23-year-old has taken to the IPL like a fish takes to the water. He is too good. A player who is evolving into an all-action batter. He has every shot in his armour. His skills match his attitude on the pitch.
IPL 2024 Stats From Last Match: 37 runs (12, 3X4s, 4X6s). - Heinrich Klaasen: A nightmare for every bowler in the world. The South African has carved out a name for himself in the world of cricket as a player who hits only sixes. Fours adds a few runs to his score. If he bats for around 20 balls, chances are he is already beyond the half-century.
IPL 2024 Stats From Last Match: 10 runs (11, 1X4s, 0X6s). - Travis Head: Scored 31 runs against Chennai Super Kings. He was slightly less aggressive and that was down to Abhishek Sharma’s all-hit innings. Nonetheless, Head is in good touch and can fetch a good amount of points in this PBKS vs DC Dream11 Fantasy Team.
IPL 2024 Stats From Last Match: 31 runs (24, 3X4s, 1X6s).
Vice-Captain Options:
- Kagiso Rabada: Picked up two wickets in the last match. The South African speedster is the key for PBKS. He is their most lethal weapon who can rip through any batting line-up.
IPL 2024 Stats From Last Match: 4-0-44-02. - Shashank Singh: It takes only one game to show your skills. Shashank was the hero with the bat when PBKS chased down GT’s mammoth total of 199/4. The 32-year-old took everyone by surprise. No one expected him to score runs at a huge strike rate, against a quality bowling attack.
IPL 2024 Stats From Last Match: 61 runs (29, 6X4s, 4X6s). - Sam Curran: The England all-rounder had an off day against GT, failing to impact the match with either the ball or bat. But he is a premium player who adds quality to any team. His two-way skill set makes him stand apart.
IPL 2024 Stats From Last Match: 2-0-18-0 | 5 runs off 8 balls.
PBKS vs SRH Predicted Lineups
Punjab Kings Expected Playing 11: Shikhar Dhawan (C), Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Sikandar Raza, Shashank Singh, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Ashutosh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh (IMPACT PLAYER)
Sunrisers Hyderabad Expected Playing 11: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Shahbaz Ahmed, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Abdul Samad, Pat Cummins (C), Jaydev Unadkat, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Markande, T Natarajan (IMPACT PLAYER)
PBKS vs SRH Dream 11 Prediction Team 1
- Wicketkeepers: H Klaasen (C), J Bairstow
- Batsmen: T Head, A Sharma, P Singh, S Singh
- All-rounders: S Curran (VC), A Markram
- Bowlers: P Cummins, T Natarajan, H Brar
PBKS vs SRH Dream 11 Prediction Team 2
- Wicketkeepers: H Klaasen, J Sharma
- Batsmen: T Head, A Sharma (C), P Singh, S Dhawan (VC)
- All-rounders: S Ahmed, S Curran
- Bowlers: P Cummins, M Markande, H Brar
Disclaimer: The above teams are based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.
