IPL 2019: Strongest possible XI for Sunrisers Hyderabad

#8 Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan stamped his authority as the leading spinner in T20 cricket in the IPL last season. The young Afghan won matches single-handedly for the Sunrisers and was a major reason for them defending low totals consistently. Rashid has continued his good form while playing for his national side and in other T20 leagues since then. Apart from his impeccable bowling, Rashid has enhanced his reputation as a hard-hitting lower-order batsman and will look to contribute more with the bat for the Sunrisers.

#9 Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar had a mediocre season in IPL 2018 according to his own high standards. Bhuvi has emerged as the leader of the Sunrisers' bowling-attack and has been extremely effective with the new ball and in the death. However, he suffered a back injury in IPL 2018 and his participation was restricted to 12 matches. However, Bhuvi has regained full fitness once again and will be Sunrisers' go-to man.