IPL 2017: 5 reasons why Sunrisers Hyderabad are the perfect T20 team
In the cash-rich IPL which boasts of some of the biggest names in world cricket, there should be no room for error if you want to get your hands on the coveted trophy. While all the franchises are willing to pay the big bucks for players, not all succeed in building the perfect squad.
However, the defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad have struck the perfect balance. They have players for all conditions and cover all the aspects of the game. The likes of David Warner, Yuvraj Singh and Mustafizur Rahman can win matches single-handedly on their day.
Ever since their inception in 2013, SRH have gotten better with every season. And after emerging as champions in the IPL last year under David Warner’s captaincy, SRH have begun this year’s IPL with a bang and look really good for another title.
So, why are the Hyderabad-based team so perfect? Here are 5 main reasons:
#1 Explosive opener and captain in David Warner
The Australian southpaw has been exceptional at the top of the order for SRH. He is the fulcrum of their batting and has been very consistent. When he gets going, his aggression can turn the match on its head in no time.
Warner, who also opens for his country, has often laid his team the perfect platform and enabled them to express themselves. With the Aussie looking in great touch so far in this season, SRH would look to carry on their winning way.
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Though SRH have a problem of plenty, they have been good with the selection so far, and Warner has been particularly impressive with the way he has led the team. He has used his bowlers wisely and has been spot on with field placing.