PBKS vs SRH Predicted XIs, IPL 2024: Focus On Punjab's Overseas Picks vs Hyderabad

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in match 23 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Tuesday, April 9. So far, Punjab Kings have played four games in the ongoing IPL 2024 season. They won two games, lost two and are sixth on the points table. On the other hand, SunRisers Hyderabad have an equal number of wins and losses from four games. Due to a better run rate, they find themselves a spot above Punjab and are in fifth place on the points table. A win here for either team will be crucial in the bid to strengthen their league position.

Let's take a look at the predicted playing XI of both teams ahead of a mouth-watering clash.

Punjab Kings Predicted XI

Shikhar Dhawan (captain)

India's experienced opening batter Shikhar Dhawan will once again open the innings for the Punjab Kings. The skipper is the top scorer for his team with 138 runs in four matches and is expected to produce a blazing knock against SRH.

Jonny Bairstow

Jonny Bairstow is expected to lead PBKS' batting lineup along with Shikhar Dhawan. The English international has only scored 81 runs in four matches but possesses an impressive strike rate of 158.82. Bairstow will be eager to set Mullanpur ablaze in the upcoming match.

Prabhsimran Singh

Punjab's second-highest runs scorer in IPL 2024, Prabhsimran Singh will be the man to watch out for in the upcoming match. With an explosive strike rate of 161.53, Prabhsimran has already shown glimpses of his power-hitting skills and is likely to put on a show in the upcoming game.

Sam Curran

Star all-rounder Sam Curran will be crucial in PBKS' batting and bowling unit. He has scored 91 runs in four matches with a