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IPL 2020 Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders preview: Eoin Morgan eyes first win as captain in clash against SRH

It is another day of doubleheaders at the Indian Premier League today! In the first match, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will square off against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

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It is another day of doubleheaders at the Indian Premier League today! In the first match, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will square off against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, while Dubai International Cricket Stadium will witness a clash between Kings XI Punjab and Mumbai Indians.

Both KKR and SRH have had a dismal show in the tournament so far. Although Kolkata have a new captain in Eoin Morgan, it failed to change their fortunes in the last outing. Hyderabad are not in a great position either and have managed to win only three out of the eight matches. Warner’s men will have lost the last two matches and will be itching to get back to winning ways today.

Hyderabad have a strong batting line-up with Kane Williamson being in great form. However, their bowling woes and over reliance on Rashid Khan is costing them matches. Kolkata, on the other hand, look like a strong team on paper but have failed to deliver. Although, we have seen flashes of brilliance from their batting unit, they have failed to click as a team. It would be interesting to see if they get their bowling and batting combination right under the new captain and finally click against Hyderabad in today’s clash.

Take a look at the squads:

Kolkata Knight Riders: Eoin Morgan (captain), Kuldeep Yadav, Lockie Ferguson, Pat Cummins, Prasidh Krishna, Sandeep Warrior, Shivam Mavi, Varun Chakravarthy, Andre Russell, Chris Green, M Siddharth, Sunil Narine, Nikhil Naik, Tom Banton, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Nitish Rana, Rahul Tripathi, Rinku Singh, Shubman Gill, Siddhesh Lad, Ali Khan, Kamlesh Nagarkoti

Read Also: MI vs KXIP: IPL 2020 Points-table topper face bottom side Kings XI Punjab

Sunrisers Hyderabad: David Warner (captain), Jason Holder, Abhishek Sharma, B Sandeep, Sanjay Yadav, Fabian Allen, Prithvi Raj Yarra, Khaleel Ahmed, Sandeep Sharma, Shahbaz Nadeem, Siddharth Kaul, Billy Stanlake, T Natarajan, Basil Thampi, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Kane Williamson, Manish Pandey, Shreevats Goswami, Virat Singh, Priyam Garg, Wriddhiman Saha, Abdul Samad, Vijay Shankar, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan

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Kohli reacts to BCCI’s family restriction rule, says families have a big role to play when players go through rough patches

“People who don’t see the complete picture often suggest keeping families away, without grasping the benefits they bring,” he stated.

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Veteran Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has spoken out regarding the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) recent policy that limits the presence of players’ families during tours. At 36 years old, Kohli played a crucial role in leading India to their third Champions Trophy victory, adding to the titles from 2002 and 2013. He emphasized the significant support families provide during challenging times on the road.

In response to India’s 1-3 defeat in the Test series against Australia earlier this year, the BCCI implemented a regulation outlining that players’ spouses and children may join them on tours exceeding 45 days only after the initial two weeks, with a cap of 14 days for their stay.

“It’s really hard for others to fathom how stabilizing it is to reunite with your family amidst the pressures of competition,” Kohli remarked at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit prior to the IPL 2025, as reported by ESPNcricinfo.

Kohli articulated his disappointment at the lack of understanding surrounding the emotional support that family offers. “People who don’t see the complete picture often suggest keeping families away, without grasping the benefits they bring,” he stated.

The prolific batsman, who recently became the fastest to reach 14,000 runs in ODIs—surpassing Sachin Tendulkar—believes that having family nearby equips players to approach their game with a clearer sense of accountability.

“If you ask any player whether they want their family around, the answer is always yes. I prefer not to retreat to my room and feel isolated. I want to embrace normalcy, knowing I can return to life after fulfilling my responsibilities on the field,” Kohli explained.

During the Champions Trophy, Kohli’s wife Anushka Sharma passionately supported him from the stands, and following India’s victorious final against New Zealand in Dubai, their heartfelt celebration together quickly gained popularity on social media. Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s wife Ritika Sajdeh and their daughter Samaira were also seen celebrating during the tournament, while Kohli delivered remarkable performances, including a century against Pakistan and an 84-run innings against Australia in the semi-final.

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Tim Robinson’s sensational catch stuns cricket fans as New Zealand thrashes Pakistan

Tim Robinson’s incredible diving catch to dismiss Shadab Khan became the highlight of New Zealand’s 9-wicket victory over Pakistan in the 1st T20I. Watch the viral moment here!

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New Zealand’s Tim Robinson pulled off a jaw-dropping catch to dismiss Shadab Khan in the 1st T20I against Pakistan, leaving the cricketing world in awe. The stunning effort at Hagley Oval, Christchurch quickly went viral, with fans comparing it to Glenn Phillips’ iconic catches in past tournaments.

New Zealand dismantles Pakistan with all-round performance

The Kiwis outclassed Pakistan in all aspects of the game, securing a 9-wicket victory to go 1-0 up in the five-match series. Michael Bracewell’s decision to bowl first proved spot on, as Pakistan collapsed for just 91 runs.

Kyle Jamieson tore through the top order, taking 3 wickets for 8 runs.

Jacob Duffy ran through the middle order with 4 wickets, ensuring Pakistan never recovered.

Only Khushdil Shah (32 runs) showed some resistance, preventing an even worse total.

Chase sealed in just 10.1 overs

New Zealand’s chase was effortless, with Tim Seifert leading the way with 44 runs before falling to Abrar Ahmed. By then, the damage was done, and the Black Caps cruised to victory in just 10.1 overs.

Tim Robinson’s catch steals the spotlight

Amid the bowling brilliance and batting dominance, it was Tim Robinson’s spectacular grab that became the moment of the match. His diving effort to dismiss Shadab Khan drew comparisons to Glenn Phillips’ stunning catches in the ICC tournaments.

The clip of the breathtaking catch quickly went viral, with cricket fans worldwide praising Robinson’s athleticism.

Pakistan captain acknowledges team’s struggles

Following the defeat, Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha admitted his team was outplayed but remained optimistic.”It was difficult, we weren’t up to the mark, but we need to regather (ahead of Dunedin). They bowled really well, in great areas, and there was a bit of seam movement as well,” he said.

With three debutants in the squad, Agha emphasized the importance of gaining experience and bouncing back in the next match. Pakistan will now look to recover in the 2nd T20I on Tuesday in Dunedin, hoping to put up a better fight.

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New Zealand thrash Pakistan by 9 wickets in T20I opener at Christchurch

Pakistan suffered a crushing 9-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the 1st T20I after getting bowled out for just 91 runs. Social media reactions poured in as fans criticized the performance.

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Pakistan endured a crushing 9-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the 1st T20I of the series, triggering a meme fest on social media. The Salman Agha-led side put up a dismal batting performance, getting bowled out for just 91 runs, allowing New Zealand to chase down the target in only 61 balls at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.

Pakistan’s batting collapse shocks fans

Pakistan’s batting lineup failed to withstand New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack, collapsing in just 17.4 overs. The modest total proved no challenge for the hosts, as they comfortably secured victory with nearly half the overs to spare.

As expected, Pakistan’s disastrous performance became a talking point on social media, with fans expressing their disappointment through memes and criticism.

Agha Salman admits shortcomings, looks ahead

Following the match, Pakistan skipper Agha Salman acknowledged the team’s underwhelming display but remained hopeful for a better performance in the upcoming games. “It was difficult, we weren’t up to the mark, but we need to regather (ahead of Dunedin). They bowled really well, in great areas, there was a bit of seam movement as well,” Agha stated.

He also highlighted the challenge of playing with three debutants in the lineup and expressed confidence in the team’s bowlers to perform better in the next match.

Pakistan look to bounce back in second T20I

Pakistan will aim for redemption in the 2nd T20I, set to take place on Tuesday in Dunedin. With a young squad and a need for improvements, the visitors will have to put up a far more competitive performance to stay alive in the series.

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