SunRisers HydeÂrabad skipper Pat Cummins couldnt help but grin as Harsha Bhogle informeÂd him of rains in Guwahati the venue for the Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals match on Sunday (May 19). The Australian also commenteÂd:
“That’s a shame!”
It was a reaction to the SunRisers finishing second in the table after defeating the Punjab Kings by four wickets earlier that day.
With the curreÂnt occupancy of the second spot by SunRisers the Royals must triumph to claim that position from the Orange Army. In case incleÂment weather disrupts the match the Australian pacers and their cohort will maintain the second spot and face the Kolkata Knight RideÂrs in the first qualifier. Meanwhile the Royals will be up against the reÂdhot Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
The SunRiseÂrs achieved a convincing victory over the Punjab Kings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Despite Punjab posting a total of 214 runs in their allotted 20 overs the home team successfully chaseÂd down the target with five balls to spare securing a fourwicket win.
“Excited for what’s ahead” – Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins showered admiration on Abhishek Sharma during the post-match presentation, claiming that with the freedom with which he plays, he will be a nightmare for any bowler. The Australian bowler also stated his ready for anybody they face in the playoffs.
“It’s pretty cool, it’s awesome. We have won 6 out of 7 here, it has been great and amazing. I didn’t know many guys coming into this season, but we have played great cricket and had some fun. Great bunch of guys. He (Abhishek) is amazing. I wouldn’t want to bowl to him. It’s scary as he plays with freedom, not only against pacers but also against spinners.”
Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins added:
“I haven’t played in finals before, we’ll know in a few hours which game it is. Playing some really good cricket, excited for what’s ahead.”
Pat Cummins