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Week 9 IPL Pulse – Latest Highlights and Updates
Rain Secures Playoff Spot for Hyderabad
Continuous rain led to the abandonment of the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans in Hyderabad, preventing even the toss from taking place. This outcome secured a playoff spot for SRH, who only needed one point to advance. For the Titans, it marked their second consecutive match washed out by rain, ending their campaign on a disappointing note.
What Went Wrong for Gujarat Titans This Year?
Gujarat Titans faced significant challenges in the 2024 IPL season. The team lost their captain of the past two seasons, Hardik Pandya, to the Mumbai Indians in a high-profile trade deal. This led to Shubman Gill taking over as captain, and he encountered difficulties in his debut season as the team leader. The Titans’ disappointing campaign was marked by the absence of key players, an inability to stay composed in close matches, and poor fielding performances. Gill highlighted the fielding issues during the press conference after the match against SRH.
Travis Head’s Sensational Turnaround
Few would have anticipated the dramatic transformation Travis Head has experienced in the past two years in international cricket. While he always possessed the strokes and power, it took time for him to bring everything together. His resurgence in Test cricket has been impressive, but it’s his white-ball game that has truly reached new heights. Returning to the IPL in 2024 after a long hiatus, he has certainly made his mark. The dynamic left-hander discussed the significant changes in his career over these years.
Qualification Scenarios
With Sunrisers Hyderabad securing their playoff spot, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Supergiants are automatically eliminated, having only slim mathematical chances to begin with. This leaves the final playoff spot to be contested directly between RCB and CSK on May 18. Explore the detailed qualification scenarios here.
What’s on the Menu Tonight?
The final game of the season at Wankhede Stadium features Mumbai Indians (MI) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) aiming to end their campaigns on a high note. MI, the five-time champions, have had a forgettable season, sitting at the bottom of the points table. A win in this match could help MI avoid finishing last, depending on the outcome of the Punjab Kings’ (PBKS) final game against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). For LSG, this season marks their first without a playoffs berth, and they’ve faced various off-field challenges. Despite their positions on the table, both teams are in similar circumstances. Check out our match preview for more insights on this game.
