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• 04/06/2024
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In a thrilling encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Pat Cummins led SRH to a spectacular six-wicket victory over CSK. The former Australian cricketer and SRH coach, Tom Moody commended Cummins’ unconventional captaincy style, drawing comparisons to the legendary MS Dhoni.

Pat Cummins’ Unorthodox Tactics Pay Off

Cummins, primarily known for his bowling prowess, displayed astute leadership skills during the clash, surprising spectators with his strategic decisions. Moody highlighted Cummins’ willingness to make bold choices, reminiscent of Dhoni’s captaincy approach.

“One thing I like about Cummins is he is a bit like MS Dhoni. He is prepared to make a decision that most people don’t think about but makes you feel like, ‘Why didn’t I think about that?,” Moody told ESPNcricinfo.

Moody specifically praised Cummins’ decision to hand the ball to Abhishek Sharma, a relatively inexperienced bowler, instead of seasoned campaigner Bhuvneshwar Kumar at the start of the innings.

“Like the Abhishek Sharma over. It was quite an odd decision when you look at the other options they could have gone with… But he committed to that and it looked like from the get-go, he convinced himself that it was the right decision,” Moody added.

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SRH’s Rise in the Points Table

Following their victory against CSK, SRH climbed to fifth place in the IPL 2024 points table, accumulating four points and boasting an impressive net run rate of +0.409. Their strong performances, particularly in home fixtures, have contributed significantly to their position in the standings.

As SRH gears up to face Punjab Kings (PBKS) on April 9 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh, all eyes will be on Cummins and his innovative captaincy to propel SRH towards further success in the tournament. With Cummins at the helm, SRH aims to continue their upward trajectory and solidify their position in the IPL 2024 campaign.