Ex-RCB Star To Dismiss Klaasen, Cummins To Get 'This' Batter; Player Battles For SRH vs PBKS

Travis Head is in sublime form [AP]

On Sunday afternoon, Punjab Kings will cross swords against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 69th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League season. 

Having lost eight of their thirteen group-stage games, the Kings are already out of the competition. On the contrary, this game holds paramount importance for the Sunrisers, who need a victory to have the upper hand over their competitors in the playoffs race. 

Meanwhile, there are several on-field contests that might decide the game's outcome. So, before the match begins, let's analyse and find out four such player battles for this encounter. 

Travis Head vs Arshdeep Singh

Swashbuckling Australian batter Travis Head has enjoyed stellar success in the IPL 2024, amassing 533 runs at a blistering strike rate of 201.89. 

However, the Aussie superstar could be troubled by Arshdeep Singh, who can swing the ball up front in the powerplay. 

Rilee Rossouw vs Pat Cummins

Rossouw has been unimpressive in IPL 2024 [AP]

South African batter Rilee Rossouw hasn't had a great IPL season with the bat. Despite getting regular opportunities, Rossouw has let his side down multiple times, managing only 162 runs at an abysmal average of 23.14. 

The Proteas batter could be challenged by SRH skipper Pat Cummins, who has an impressive head to head record against him. 

Rilee Rossouw vs Pat Cummins (in shortest format)

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Prabhsimran Singh vs Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Young Punjab Kings opener Prabhsimran Singh hasn't been impressive with the bat this season, scoring only 263 runs at a poor average of 20.23. The right-hander has struggled a lot against Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who might dismiss him in this face-off. 

Heinrich Klaasen vs Harshal Patel

Explosive South African batter Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as SRH's go-to man in the middle overs. However, the hard-hitter could be bamboozled by Harshal Patel, who has scalped the most wickets for Punjab Kings this season. 

Heinrich Klaasen vs Harshal Patel (in T20s)

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