IPL 2018: Sunrisers Hyderabad predicted XI

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The Sunrisers Hyderabad were dealt with a big blow prior to the 2018 season as captain David Warner was forced to leave the squad in controversial circumstances.

Alex Hales replaced him in the side and Kane Williamson was named the captain for the season. SRH will look to replicate their 2016 season and lift the title for the second time in their career.

They begin their campaign against Rajasthan Royals on April 9 in Hyderabad.

Openers:

Shikhar Dhawan

There were rumours that Shikhar Dhawan would take over as captain once David Warner left the side. However, the team management decided to go with Kane Williamson instead.

Dhawan has been in spectacular form over the past few months with the Indian cricket team. He was one of the leading run-scorers in the series against South Africa and played well in the Nidahas Trophy as well.

He will look to give SRH the perfect start this season in the absence of Warner.

Kane Williamson

The New Zealand skipper was named the captain of SRH once Warner left. He will also most likely open the innings along with Dhawan.

Given his style of play, he will probably play the role of the anchor of the innings and let Dhawan go big right from the beginning.

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