IPL 2024 : Are we witnessing another change in leadership for SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the upcoming IPL 2024 season? According to former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar, the answer seems to be a resounding “yes.” In a recent interview on Star Sports, Gavaskar expressed confidence that the reins of captaincy for SRH might be handed over to none other than Australian cricket sensation, Pat Cummins.
The speculation arises from SRH’s lackluster performance in the previous season, where they finished at the bottom of the points table under the captaincy of Aiden Markram. With just four wins from 14 matches, SRH is undoubtedly looking for a fresh start and a new leader to guide them through the challenges of IPL 2024.
One cannot ignore the significance of Pat Cummins in this equation. During the IPL 2024 Players Auction, SRH made a bold move by splurging a staggering Rs 20.5 crore to acquire the services of the World Cup-winning Australian captain. This hefty investment naturally raises expectations, and Gavaskar believes that Cummins’ leadership qualities could be the missing ingredient that SRH needs to turn their fortunes around.
Reflecting on Cummins’ impact, Gavaskar emphasized the leadership vacuum that plagued SRH in the previous season. He highlighted Cummins’ strategic acumen and his ability to make crucial decisions under pressure, qualities that were evidently absent in SRH’s gameplay last year.
Despite concerns about the hefty price tag attached to Cummins, Gavaskar deemed the acquisition a “smart buy” considering the invaluable leadership attributes he brings to the table. The veteran cricketer underscored the importance of having a captain who can inspire and lead by example, especially in high-stakes tournaments like the IPL.
Pat Cummins’ stellar performance across formats in 2023 further bolsters his credentials for the captaincy role. Leading Australia to victory in the World Test Championship (WTC) and the ODI World Cup, Cummins emerged as a formidable leader on the international stage. His ability to galvanize his team and deliver results in crunch situations makes him a compelling choice to lead SRH in IPL 2024.
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits SRH’s official announcement regarding the captaincy, all eyes are on Pat Cummins. Will he be the catalyst for SRH’s resurgence in IPL 2024? Only time will tell. But if Sunil Gavaskar’s predictions are anything to go by, Cummins might just be the skipper to steer SRH to glory in the upcoming season.
