SRH now controls their own destiny. With a strong performance in their upcoming matches, they can solidify their place amongst the IPL’s elite and challenge for the coveted championship title.
SRH Qualification scenarios: The SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) continued their sloppy run as they succumbed to a 7-wicket loss to the Mumbai Indians (MI). This drubbing at the Wankhede Stadium halts their run for a possible qualification to the playoff spot in the 2024 IPL season.
SKY special hurts SRH
The Orange Army were at the receiving end of a special show by none other than MI’s very own Suryakumar Yadav. Despite battling through some pain, SKY hammered SRH bowlers to all around the park as he brought up his second IPL ton. As a result, MI eased past SRH’s first-innings total of 173.
This was SRH’s fifth loss this season. After playing 11 games, they have 12 points with a Net Run Rate of -0.065, meaning their journey to the playoffs is far from over.
Typically, securing 16 points guarantees a playoff spot. While SRH sits at 12 points, they will need to win two out of their remaining 3 matches to comfortably secure a top-four finish.
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Look at SRH Remaining Matches in IPL 2024
SRH’s remaining schedule presents a promising opportunity. Their opponents are primarily teams positioned lower in the standings, including Mumbai Indians (9th), Lucknow Super Giants (3rd), Gujarat Titans (8th), and Punjab Kings (7th).
Victories against these teams would significantly boost their playoff aspirations. In an ideal scenario, winning all four remaining matches could even land them in the top two, granting a crucial advantage in the playoffs.
| May 08 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants | Hyderabad | 19:30 |
| May 11 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans | Hyderabad | 19:30 |
| May 17 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings | Hyderabad | 19:30 |
Uncertainties Remain for SRH
While the schedule suggests a favorable path, the IPL is known for its unpredictability. Even with 16 points, SRH’s playoff qualification isn’t guaranteed if other teams pull off unexpected wins. Conversely, a string of losses could see them miss out on the playoffs despite reaching 16 points. Therefore, a cautious approach is necessary, and winning at least three of their remaining matches would be the safest route to secure a playoff berth.
SRH now controls their own destiny. With a strong performance in their upcoming matches, they can solidify their place amongst the IPL’s elite and challenge for the coveted championship title.
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