Dale Steyn will not be a part of the SunRisers Hyderabad coaching team for the upcoming season of IPL. Cricbuzz has learnt that the South African pace legend has requested permission to take a break from the IPL duties this year. He is expected to return next season, pending all necessary arrangements and requirements.
The franchise is expected to announce Pat Cummins as the new skipper for the upcoming season. The Australia captain was acquired for Rs 20.5 crore in the last auction in Dubai and is highly regarded as an international captain. The change was expected for quite some time since Cummins is highly respected in international cricket. The fact that Cummins works with franchise head coach Vettori in the Australian national team also increases his chances to be appointed as the skipper.
Cummins has not done much in the IPL. However, his illustrious achievements at the international level, including his contributions to Australia's triumph in the WTC and World Cup, both at the expense of the Indian team, may ultimately influence the decision of the management to place faith in his leadership.
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