The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have been dealth with a severe blow as they are set to lose star opener Travis Head for their next fixture.
The Australian batsman has been ruled out for Monday’s clash against the Lucknow Super Giants as he is down with Covid-19.
SRH’s head coach Daniel Vettori told reporters: “He had Covid-19, and unfortunately, he couldn’t travel. We’re hopeful of having him back for the next game once he’s fully recovered and cleared to join the squad.”
SRH in IPL 2025
It’s been a poor campaign for the IPL 2016 champions as they have already been eliminated in the race for the IPL 2025 playoffs.
They are currently eighth in the table with a meager 7 points from 11 matches.
However, they can spoil the party for their opponents on Monday as LSG are still in contention for a spot in the playoffs.
The Lucknow franchise are seventh in the standings with 10 points from 11 games and can ill afford a single blip in their final three matches.
LSG will host SRH at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on May 19, at
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