IPL 2024, SRH vs GT Match Highlights: Match abandoned due to rain, SRH qualify for playoffs

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The SRH vs GT match has been abandoned due to rain in Hyderabad. Sunrisers Hyderabad has now become the third team after KKR and Rajasthan Royals to qualify for the playoffs.

Rain gets heavier and there is lightening too in Hyderabad. Things are not looking in favour.

The deadline to start 5-over match is 10:56 PM. The ground staff will also take sometime to prepare when the rain stops.

Absolutely wonderful light show was arranged in the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad for the spectators waiting for the rain to stop and match to start. Steady rain continues though.

If match doesn't start by 8:30 PM, there may be reduced overs game. However, in the event of a complete wash out, SRH will seal a berth in the playoffs.

The rain is back, so are the covers. Waiting game continues.

The toss for SRH vs GT match will take place at 8 PM and the match will start at 8:15 PM.

The covers are coming off the field and there is a huge cheer from the crowd waiting for the match to start. Expect some official update soon.

Rain in Hyderabad has delayed the toss which was scheduled at 7 PM IST.

In the intense playoff push featuring CSK, SRH, DC, RCB, and LSG, the battle rages on for the last two spots. SRH seem to hold the edge. Firstly, they have two extra games up their sleeves, and secondly, they'll be playing those crucial matches on their home turf. Adding to their advantage, both opponents, Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings, sit near the bottom of the table.

In case of a washout today, Sunrisers Hyderabad will secure a playoff berth. They will get one point if rain plays a spoilsport in Hyderabad.

Persistent rainfall in Hyderabad raises concerns for tonight's SRH vs GT match, with the possibility of rain playing spoilsport.

Shubman Gill (capt), Wriddhiman Saha (wk), B Sai Sudharsan, M Shahrukh Khan, David Miller, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohit Sharma, Noor Ahmad, Josh Little/Azmatullah Omarzai, R Sai Kishore/Sandeep Warrier (12th Man)

Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Mayank Agarwal, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Marco Jansen/Glenn Phillips, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins (capt), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, T Natarajan, Umran Malik/Jaydev Unadkat (12th Man)

Hyderabad and Gujarat have faced off four times. SRH clinched victory in one encounter, while GT emerged triumphant in three. The highest score posted by Sunrisers against Gujarat stands at 195, whereas Gujarat's highest total against SRH is 199.

Tonight, isolated thunderstorms are forecasted in certain areas. The temperature in Hyderabad is anticipated to hover around 28°C with a humidity level of approximately 68%. There's a 40% likelihood of rainfall.

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad is renowned for its balanced pitch conditions. Initially, fast bowlers can take advantage of the seam and swing, but as the game progresses, batting becomes more favourable. In the recent match held at this venue, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) faced the home team. LSG posted a total of 165/4 in their allotted 20 overs. SRH's opening pair of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma chased down the target in just 9.4 overs, securing a comprehensive 10-wicket victory for Hyderabad.

Hyderabad offers a balanced pitch favouring both the bowlers and the batsmen. Toss in this crucial match becomes important as the SRH would like to go for the hunt with as much bigger margin or wickets as possible. Any team winning the toss would like to bat first and set a big target for the opposition.

The IPL 2024 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans will be televised live on the Star Sports Network. Additionally, viewers can catch the live stream of the SRH vs GT IPL 2024 match on the JioCinema app and website.

It's been six weeks since the tournament kicked off, and GT showcased their prowess by restricting SRH to a mere 162 runs in Ahmedabad. They effortlessly chased down the target, courtesy of their formidable top four batsmen. However, since that encounter, SRH's batting lineup has undergone a transformation, redefining T20 batting norms along the way.

Shubman Gill (c), David Miller, Matthew Wade, Wriddhiman Saha, Kane Williamson, Abhinav Manohar, B. Sai Sudharsan, Darshan Nalkande, Vijay Shankar, Jayant Yadav, Rahul Tewatia, Noor Ahmad, Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, Joshua Little, Mohit Sharma, Azmatullah Omarzai, Umesh Yadav, Shahrukh Khan, Sushant Mishra, Kartik Tyagi, Manav Suthar, Spencer Johnson, Sandeep Warrier, BR Sharath.

Pat Cummins (C), Abdul Samad, Abhishek Sharma, Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Rahul Tripathi, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Sanvir Singh, Heinrich Klaasen, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Agarwal, T. Natarajan, Anmolpreet Singh, Mayank Markande, Upendra Singh Yadav, Umran Malik, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Travis Head, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jaydev Unadkat, Akash Singh, Jhathavedh Subramanyan.

Surisers Hyderabad are set to take on Gujarat Titans in match number 66 of IPL 2024. The night match will be played at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad and scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST.

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