It was the 2015 ODI World Cup semi-final that defined the contest between these two sides, when New Zealand edged South Africa in a heart-stopping finish, leaving the Proteas and their fans shattered
After enduring a lean patch in the shortest format, Suryakumar rediscovered his touch with a decisive 82 in the second T20I, a knock that ended his 468-day wait for a T20I fifty.
The stadium is hosting its first men’s international cricket match and becomes the 55th venue in India to join this bandwagon. India are currently leading the five-game series 1-0, and a win on Thursday will help them make it 2-0.
According to Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) officials, ticket demand has surged dramatically, and the venue, set to host its first-ever men’s international fixture, is poised for a packed house.
Richie Richardson of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees imposed the sanction after KL Rahul’s side was found to be two overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration.
In the process, South Africa past the highest World Cup total ever — Australia’s 417/7 against Afghanistan in the 2015 edition.
With this victory, South Africa won the series 2-1, defeating a quality England side in their own territory. In their first innings, South Africa scored 191/5 in their 20 overs.
The Sun Risers Hyderabad managed to restrict the explosive KKR batting lineup to a score of 175/8 in 20 overs after the end of the first innings which eventually led to a cruising victory for Hyderabad.
However, the most miserly bowling effort came from Tabraiz Shamsi, who conceded just 11 runs in his four overs and claimed the wicket of Chris Gayle, who was dismissed for 11.
The right-handed batsman will not play the remaining three Tests of the series. His injury will require surgery and will remove him from play for at least six weeks.
