In what promises to be a gripping showdown, Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set to clash in the 23rd match of the IPL 2024 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Tuesday, April 9. With both teams locked in an identical position in the points table, the stakes couldn't be higher as a win could potentially catapult either team into the coveted top-four spot.

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Both PBKS and SRH have showcased moments of brilliance interspersed with bouts of inconsistency in their campaign so far. As they head into this crucial encounter, each side will be eager to build on their recent victories and establish a winning momentum.

Match Details - PBKS vs SRH

PBKS, spearheaded by the likes of Shikhar Dhawan and Jonny Bairstow, boast a formidable batting lineup. Despite flashes of brilliance, their batting unit has struggled to capitalize on starts, a concern they'll be looking to address. However, the emergence of Shashank Singh's stellar performance in the previous match has injected confidence into their ranks, signaling a potential turning point for their batting fortunes.

On the other hand, SRH, led by a dynamic opening duo in Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, have exhibited aggressive intent with the bat. With momentum on their side, they will aim to maintain their winning streak and consolidate their position in the points table. However, their bowling department, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Pat Cummins, will need to step up to complement their strong batting lineup effectively.

PBKS vs SRH : Head to Head Stats

The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur is renowned for its sporting track, offering assistance to both batsmen and bowlers. The surface, characterized by its bounce, is expected to favor the fast bowlers, particularly in the initial stages of the match.

Punjab Kings Probable Playing 11

Shikhar Dhawan
Jonny Bairstow
Prabhsimran Singh
Sam Curran
Jitesh Sharma
Shashank Singh
Sikandar Raza
Harpreet Brar
Ashutosh Sharma
Harshal Patel
Kagiso Rabada

Sunrisers Hyderabad Probable Playing 11

Travis Head
Abhishek Sharma
Aiden Markram
Shahbaz Ahmed
Heinrich Klaasen
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Abdul Samad
Pat Cummins
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Mayank Markande
T Natarajan

Considering the current form of key players and the pitch conditions, SRH holds a significant advantage heading into the encounter. Their balanced squad and recent form give them the edge over PBKS, despite the latter's array of talented individuals.

Fantasy Picks

Pubjab Kings (PBKS) : Kagiso Rabada, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) : Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma, Pat Cummins

While PBKS will be banking on their star players to deliver a much-improved batting display, SRH will look to capitalize on their momentum and exploit any weaknesses in the opposition's bowling attack.

The clash between PBKS and SRH promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with both teams vying for a crucial victory. As the action unfolds at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, cricket enthusiasts can expect a riveting encounter between two formidable sides battling for supremacy in the IPL 2024 tournament.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) Full Squad

Shikhar Dhawan (c), Matthew Short, Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Sikandar Raza, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Atharva Taide, Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Bhatia, Vidwath Kaverappa, Shivam Singh, Harshal Patel, Chris Woakes, Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Pratap Singh, Shashank Singh, Tanay Thyagarajann, Prince Choudhary, Rilee Rossouw. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Full Squad

Mayank Agarwal, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Washington Sundar, Abdul Samad, Pat Cummins(c), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, T Natarajan, Umran Malik, Rahul Tripathi, Glenn Phillips, Jaydev Unadkat, Anmolpreet Singh, Upendra Yadav, Mayank Markande, Jhatavedh Subramanyan, Sanvir Singh, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Marco Jansen, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Maharaj Singh, Nitish Reddy