Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kings XI Punjab – 08/10/2020

Hyderabad v Punjab – IPL Betting Tips, Latest Odds, Team News, Predictions – 08/10/2020

The IPL’s current bottom two will both be looking for a much-needed boost when they clash in Dubai.

Hyderabad have picked up two wins from their first five but are desperate for more momentum now.

KXIP, meanwhile, will feel they should have more rewards for their efforts so far.

Discover our best IPL betting tips for this contest.

Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kings XI Punjab – Match Preview

Sunrisers have historically dominated this fixture in the past. They have won eight of the 10 matches played since 2015.

That said, KXIP have shown improvement and bagged a rare success over Hyderabad in the first fixture of last year’s tournament.

Where: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

When: Thursday, 8 October 2020

Start time: 14:00 GMT (19:30 IST)

Pitch conditions: The pitch in Dubai has offered plenty to the bowling attacks but is starting to become slightly more predictable for the batsmen the more action it sees. Bigger boundaries here also help the bowlers, though.

Weather conditions: It’s a similar story on the weather front. Expect hot conditions throughout and dew around as the contest wears on.

Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kings XI Punjab – Latest Odds

Sunrisers Hyderabad are made the favourites to secure a third win of IPL 2020. They can be backed at 1.8 with 10CRIC.

Kings XI are considered 2.05 shots by Rizk as they look to avoid being cut adrift at the bottom of the group.

Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kings XI Punjab – Team News

Sunrisers are without Bhuvneshwar Kumar after the bowler picked up an injury against CSK.

That has resulted in Kumar being ruled out for the rest of the tournament. He has been replaced in the squad by another pacer in the form of Prithvi Raj Yarra.

Hyderabad are already without Mitchell Marsh for IPL 2020 after they previously named Jason Holder as his replacement.

KXIP could now turn to Chris Gayle as they look to get back to winning ways. He is yet to feature in this year’s tournament.

Another possible change could see Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman given an opportunity. He is another that fans will want to see more of following his impressive CPL campaign.

Hyderabad v Punjab – Squads

Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kings XI Punjab – Betting Tips and Prediction

Both of these sides have already shown some good moments in this tournament despite sitting in the bottom two places of the IPL group stage.

You feel there is much more to come from them both, especially given their impressive top orders.

Back Sunrisers to Win the Match

It is Sunrisers who traditionally dominate this fixture and siding with them to get back on track looks the best bet in the outright market at 1.8 with 10CRIC

They have a fearsome opening pair in David Warner and Jonny Bairstow and the duo can again give SH a solid foundation to build on.

While their bowling attack has been weakened with the loss of Kumar, they should be able to manage his absence. Rashid Khan can again cause problems to the KXIP line-up.

Hyderabad’s win over Delhi Capitals is a stand-out performance and one that shows just what this side is capable of when everything clicks for them.

However, there are plenty of other markets to also look at ahead of this contest.

Back Pooran for Top KXIP Batsman

Nicholas Pooran has done well in support of a strong KXIP top order in the opening games of this year’s IPL.

He has got starts in many of his recent innings without going on. Despite the fact KL Rahul has been in fine form, the value selection in the top KXIP batsman market could be the West Indian.

Should Kings XI lose early wickets then he’s perfectly placed to strike. His price of 5.5 with 22Bet also looks like a value play.

Rashid Khan to be Named Man of the Match

Afghan star Rashid Khan would have liked more of an impact in the first few games but this could be his time to shine.

He is a huge threat with the ball but could also add a few vital runs if required. At some stage this IPL he’ll burst to life with an outstanding individual performance.

Backing him to get the man of the match award is a longshot but still a bet worth making at 11.00 with bet365.

Make sure to check out our round-up of the best bets for this fixture.