Pat Cummins and Travis Head For SRH (Source: @Abhishek_Fan_/X.com)
Pat Cummins and Travis Head, the two superstars of SRH, are likely to join the franchise ahead of the resumption of the league on May 17. There were doubts over the participation of the Australian duo due to travel issues and WTC final, but now ESPNCricinfo has reported that they would join their beloved Orange Army.
South African And Sri Lankan Players Unsure Over Return To India
However, the report states that there is no confirmation on participation of other overseas players like Heinrich Klaasen, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis and Wiaan Mulder. Sunrisers Hyderabad are already out of the tournament, and have only three matches left in the tournament.
Cummins' availability for the remaining three matches was confirmed by his manager, Neil Maxwell. Also, Ben Oliver, Cricket Australia's head of national teams also stated that they would work with players on their individual decision to return to India or not.
"Pat has a responsibility as captain of the franchise and is looking at returning.," said Neil Maxwell.
SRH To Resume IPL 2025 Campaign Against LSG
Pat Cummins and Travis Head were both retained by SRH ahead of IPL 2025, and are crucial players for the franchise. They could not make an impact that was expected from them this season, but would be looking to finish off the season on a high and take some confidence into the next edition.
SRH will resume their IPL campaign with a game against LSG at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on May 19 and will play their last two matches against RCB and KKR on May 23 and May 25.