Virender Sehwag believes SRH, who began their campaign with a flourish by defeating the Rajasthan Royals, have lost their appeal.
Three consecutive defeats have given SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) much to think about as the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season nears its conclusion. Last season’s beaten finalists’ aggressive attitude backfired, as their flamboyant batting lineup collapsed to 120 all out while chasing 201 against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Former India batsman Virender Sehwag expressed surprise at SRH’s defeat, especially given the track’s unfavorable conditions for bowlers. Sehwag further linked SRH’s current position to the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the past.”Punjab used to put a spoke in their own wheels, and now it appears they’ve given it to Hyderabad. They hit 190 and lost, then made roughly 160 and lost, and today they couldn’t get to 200,” Sehwag told Cricbuzz.
“Neither the (KKR) bowling attack nor the wicket were too difficult to deal with.” They batted first, scoring 200 runs. We could tell that the ball wasn’t turning, and the bowlers didn’t have much help. It was just a touch slow, and the bowlers were generally bowling slow balls, but you get used to it after a while,” he said.Sehwag also stated that SRH is increasingly losing its reputation for playing entertaining cricket.
“Hyderabad has disappointed. What shall I say? They have so many batters, but no one can score runs, so they all get out at 120. The paying public has gathered to see you. Yes, the game took place in Kolkata, but Hyderabad is well-known. It will be fun to see them. “It simply vanished here,” Sehwag explained.
SRH, who started their campaign with a flourish by thrashing the Rajasthan Royals, have lost their appeal.Their method of triumph hinted at a bright future ahead of them, as the entire team sang in unison. However, since defeating the Royals, Hyderabad has lost its inspiration.
It all began when the Lucknow Super Giants easily achieved their 191-run mark. The losing skid continued after being thrashed by the Delhi Capitals, which was followed by an 80-run defeat against the Kolkata Knight Riders.
However, SRH bowling coach James Franklin believes the destructive batting forces will return to their explosive ways following back-to-back dud performances.SRH will now face an energetic Gujarat Titans (GT) team at home on Sunday, April 6.
