IPL 2018, SRH vs DD: 5 player battles to look forward to 

#4 Bhuvneshwar Kumar v Prithvi Shaw

The SRH pace spearhead’s return to the XI for tonight’s game makes their bowling attack infinitely stronger and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s early encounter with teenage star Prithvi Shaw is going to one to watch out for. Sending the right-handed batsman to the top of the order has proven to be an excellent move for DD and in 4 games so far, he has made 140 runs at an average of 35. More importantly, he has recorded a strike rate of 166.66. However, what is noteworthy is the fact that Shaw has been superb against fast bowling and has recorded a strike rate of 181.4 against the faster bowlers.

Hence, his battle against one of the world’s best medium-fast bowlers is going to be a very interesting watch. Kumar has recorded a brilliant economy rate of only 6.86 in 4 games so far and has picked up 6 wickets. His accuracy, movement and ability to bowl yorkers will make him a fresh new challenge for Shaw. Last but not the least, it might have a big effect on the game if the DD batsman can get on top of SRH’s premier pacer.