IPL 2019, Match 8, SRH vs RR: Three predicted changes for today’s game

#2. Khaleel Ahmed for Sandeep Sharma

Khaleel Ahmed

Sandeep Sharma has the ability to swing the new ball both ways but he failed to do so in the first match. The swing bowler might struggle to retain his place in the second match. The last year's runners up have a bowler like Khaleel Ahmed waiting in the wings.

The young left-arm fast bowler can provide much-needed variety to the bowling attack. The left-arm pacers have traditionally tasted success in the format so the SRH team management might be inclined to opt for him.

Khaleel has an ability to bowl slower balls which can help him keep the batsmen under check in the death overs. His experience of International cricket with the Indian team might help him against the RR batting line up packed with superstars.

While Sandeep is a very good bowler with the new ball, SRH might opt for versatility instead of speciality.