That context lent added intrigue to his return, now in opposition colours following an off-season trade. The SRH-LSG rivalry, though still nascent, has already carved out a distinct identity, particularly in Hyderabad. It was here in 2024 that SRH dismantled a 166-run target inside 10 overs, a game that became as notable for events off the field as on it. A year later, the same fixture had pundits speculating about the first 300-plus total in IPL history, only for their disciplined bowlers to subdue one of the most explosive batting units in the league with clear cut planning.
Data Shorts: Shami’s Powerplay nous powers LSG’s redemption arc
