Sunrisers Hyderabad have received a major boost ahead of their IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
Star all-rounder Pat Cummins is all set to return after recovering from a back injury and will resume his role as captain.
🔥 “I’m itching to get out there” – Cummins
Cummins expressed his excitement about returning to action, saying he is eager to get back on the field after missing several matches.
His comeback comes at a crucial stage of the tournament, where every match can impact playoff chances.
👏 Ishan Kishan’s Leadership Praised
During Cummins’ absence, Ishan Kishan stepped in as captain and led the team in the first seven matches.
Cummins praised Kishan’s performance:
- Strong energy and leadership
- Smart tactical decisions
- Helped maintain team balance
He also jokingly mentioned that Kishan struggled a bit with toss decisions but was otherwise excellent.
⚡ Young Bowlers Shine for SRH
Cummins highlighted the impressive performances of SRH’s young bowlers this season.
He noted that:
- IPL is tough for fast bowlers
- Young players adapted quickly
- Variation and game awareness have been outstanding
📊 SRH Current Performance
Under Kishan’s captaincy:
- Matches Played: 7
- Wins: 4
- Points: 8
- Net Run Rate: +0.820
- Position: 4th on table
SRH have built solid momentum, and Cummins’ return is expected to strengthen the squad further.
🔄 What Changes with Cummins’ Return?
- Captaincy shifts back to Cummins
- Bowling attack gets stronger
- Leadership experience added
- Team confidence boost
