Brydon Carse Out, Wiaan Mulder In; SRH’s Strongest XI For 1st IPL 2025 Match vs RR
SRH’s Strongest XI For 1st IPL 2025 Match vs Rajasthan Royals
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) is set to begin its IPL 2025 campaign against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on March 23. Led by Pat Cummins, SRH has strengthened its squad after last season’s runner-up finish. However, they suffered a setback as Brydon Carse is ruled out due to injury. In his place, Wiaan Mulder, the South African all-rounder, has been added to the squad.
- Pat Cummins continues as SRH’s captain.
- Wiaan Mulder replaces injured Brydon Carse.
- SRH faces RR in their first match on March 23.
SRH’s Full Squad For IPL 2025
SRH has a strong squad with experienced international and domestic players:
Batters & Wicketkeepers:
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Travis Head
- Ishan Kishan
- Abhishek Sharma
- Abhinav Manohar
All-rounders:
- Nitish Reddy
- Wiaan Mulder
- Kamindu Mendis
Bowlers:
- Pat Cummins (C)
- Mohammed Shami
- Harshal Patel
- Jaydev Unadkat
- Rahul Chahar
- Adam Zampa
- Zeeshan Ansari
- Simarjeet Singh
- Eshan Malinga
- Aniket Verma
SRH’s Opening Combination & Top Order
The opening pair will be Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, who were explosive in IPL 2024. Both had an excellent strike rate, making them dangerous at the top.
Travis Head In IPL 2024
| Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | 567 | 191.55 |
Abhishek Sharma In IPL 2024
| Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | 484 | 204.21 |
Ishan Kishan will bat at No. 3, continuing the attacking intent. He has two fifties in four innings at No. 3 for India.
SRH’s Middle Order
The middle order provides stability and power-hitting:
- Nitish Reddy at No. 4, known for his consistency in IPL 2024.
- Heinrich Klaasen at No. 5, a dangerous finisher with 479 runs at a 170+ strike rate last season.
- Abhinav Manohar at No. 6, coming off a strong Maharaja T20 Cup performance.
- Wiaan Mulder at No. 7, offering all-round balance.
Abhinav Manohar In Maharaja T20 Cup 2024
| Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 507 | 196.51 |
SRH’s Bowling Attack
The bowling unit is well-balanced with pace and spin.
- Pat Cummins leads the pace attack, taking 18 wickets in IPL 2024.
- Mohammed Shami returns from injury and will be SRH’s main Indian pacer.
- Jaydev Unadkat is likely to play ahead of Harshal Patel for left-arm variation.
- Rahul Chahar is the lead spinner.
- Zeeshan Ansari could be an Impact Player if SRH bowls second.
SRH’s Strongest XI For IPL 2025 Match vs RR
- Travis Head
- Abhishek Sharma
- Ishan Kishan
- Nitish Reddy
- Heinrich Klaasen (WK)
- Abhinav Manohar
- Wiaan Mulder
- Pat Cummins (C)
- Jaydev Unadkat
- Mohammed Shami
- Rahul Chahar
Impact Player:
- Zeeshan Ansari (If SRH bowls second)
- Abhinav Manohar (If SRH bats second)
SRH has assembled a formidable squad for IPL 2025, aiming for another strong season. With explosive openers, a powerful middle order, and a well-rounded bowling unit, they are well-equipped for the clash against Rajasthan Royals.