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The IPL 2024 Auction was nothing short of a rollercoaster ride, with teams engaging in intense bidding wars to secure their desired players. Amidst the frenzy, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) managed to grab the spotlight by acquiring two Australian match-winners in the form of Travis Head (INR 6.8 crore) and Pat Cummins (INR 20.5 crore) in whopping deals.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s surprise acquisitions
Although Cummins’ acquisition grabbed headlines as the Aussie skipper became the second-costliest deal in IPL history, it was Head joining the Hyderabad-based franchise that added an extra layer of excitement among fans.
Notably, the Hyderabad-based franchise already had a strong lineup with notable international players before entering the auction process, yet they actively participated in a dramatic bidding war for the Australian duo of Cummins and Head. This unexpected move left fans in a state of anticipation, wondering about the team’s plans and the roles these players would play in the upcoming season.
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Head’s role in SRH? Tom Moody reveals inside information
Now, former SRH head coach Tom Moody has shed light on the rationale behind Head’s acquisition by Hyderabad-based franchise., revealing some inside information and adding another layer of excitement to the upcoming season.
In his recent interaction on Star Sports, the ex-coach of the Orange Army disclosed that during the auction, Muttiah Muralitharan expressed the team’s excitement about acquiring Head, specifically mentioning their intention to utilize him as an opener.
“They have got a lot of options there. They have got a lot of match-winners. The one thing we don’t know is who is going to captain his side. One thing we do know is that I heard Muttiah Muralitharan during the auction that they were thrilled to get Travis Head because they wanted him as an opener,” said Moody.
What Head brings to SRH camp?
It is worth mentioning that Head’s recent international performances have been phenomenal, and he played a major role in helping Australia emerge triumphant in the WTC 2021-23 and the ODI World Cup 2023. Beyond his batting prowess, Head’s right-arm bowling adds an additional dimension to his skill set, making him a valuable asset for SRH.
