IPL 2023: Predicting 3 Most Run Scorers in Today's SRH vs KKR Match

The stage is getting ready at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad for the 47th match of the ongoing IPL. On 4 May 2023, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will lock horns with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In the reverse fixture, SRH defeated KKR at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. 

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Currently, KKR are in the eighth spot with six points in nine games. But, SRH are in the ninth spot with six points in eight games. KKR are coming off after a defeat against GT while SRH are coming off after a win over DC. Meanwhile, in the last five meetings, KKR have won three games compared to SRH’s two wins.  

Also Read: SRH vs KKR, IPL 2023: Head to Head Record, Stats, and Pitch History at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad

Here are the possible three most run scorers in the SRH vs KKR clash in IPL 2023

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1. Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharma's IPL Records and Stats

This youngster impressed everyone in IPL 2022 when he batted as an opener for SRH. In that season, Abhishek Sharma scored 426 runs in 14 matches, at an average of 133.13. But, this year, he failed to start the tournament in a solid way as he got chances in the middle order. However, in the last game against Delhi Capitals (DC), he played as an opener.

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Abhishek scored 67 runs off 36 balls, including 12 fours and one six. After this inning, he has scored 139 runs in six matches so far in IPL 2023 at a strike rate of 156.18. So, with such a form in the last game against David Warner and his men, fans will hope for another top knock from Abhishek Sharma against KKR in Hyderabad.     

2. Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rahmanullah Gurbaz's IPL Records and Stats

This wicket-keeper batter of Afghanistan is known for playing big shots, especially in the powerplay overs. But, Gurbaz failed to do so for KKR since the start of this ongoing IPL. Hence, he lost his place to Jason Roy also. But, in the last match, Rahmanullah Gurbaz got a chance against Gujarat Titans (GT).

He did not disappoint as Gurbaz scored 81 runs off 39 balls, including five fours and seven sixes. After this knock, he has scored now 183 runs in six innings, at an average of 30.50 and a strike rate of 145.24. Gurbaz has notched up two cities also. So, another big knock is expected from him in Hyderabad.

3. Heinrich Klaasen

Heinrich Klaasen's IPL Records and Stats

This wicket-keeper batter has shown great form so far while coming out to bat at the crucial stages of matches for SRH so far in IPL 2023. In six matches, Heinrich Klassen has scored 153 runs, at an average of 51 and a strike rate of 182.14. In the last game against DC, he smashed 53* runs off 27 balls.

He hit two fours and four sixes. His knock helped SRH to score 197 runs in 20 overs. Klassen has also the ability to play spinners well during the middle overs. So, against the quality spin attack of KKR, Heinrich Klaasen is expected to play another crucial role in front of the home crowd as a finisher.