Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Kane Williamson showered praise on experienced seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who played a key role in the team’s three-run win against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday. Kumar accounted for Sanjay Yadav and bowled a wicket-maiden in the 19th over.
The swing master was able to nail the yorkers against Jasprit Bumrah as the right-hander couldn’t rotate strike. Kumar, who hasn’t been at his absolute best in the recent past, returned with figures of 1-26 in his quota of four overs, which was an exceptional effort in a high-scoring game.
Thus, Bhuvneshwar played a crucial role in helping his team win the important game by three runs. It was a must-win game for the Orange Army and they were able to come up with a collective effort.
On the other hand, Rahul Tripathi played another good knock of 76 runs of just 44 balls to help his team post 193 runs on the board. Furthermore, Umran Malik once again breathed down the neck of the opposition batters with his extra pace and returned with impressive figures of 3-23 in his three overs. Williamson hailed both of these players for their contribution in a do-or-die affair.
Kane Williamson said in the post-match presentation, “Nice to break the streak. But also nice to win the wrestle. Had a few games where momentum wasn’t on our side and we couldn’t wrestle it back. All in all a very good performance and a lot of learning to come out of it. He’s (Tripathi) a seriously special player, he comes out and takes the momentum away. Have seen a number of times in this competition. He always bowls quick, which is obviously strength and a weapon for our side. Got an amazing skill set which if he can channel, he can turn a match as we saw. Priyam is a seriously talented cricketer, great that he could get the opportunity today, he’s one of those players we’re going to see a lot more of, got a really good head on his shoulders, a lot of potential but a lot of skill as well. Our death bowling has been a strength of ours and Bhuvi is one of the top death bowlers of the tournament. His contribution today and to bowl a maiden is an amazing contribution and match-winning moment really.”
It was a fine performance from the Orange Army as they came up with a collective effort. Thus, SRH has kept themselves alive in the tournament and they will need to win the last game of the league stage to have a chance of qualifying for the playoff stages.
SRH will next face Punjab Kings at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Sunday.
