After finishing sixth in 2025 and missing the playoffs by a whisker, the franchise made a bold move, handing the captaincy reins to Ishan Kishan. With pressure mounting, SRH’s new skipper Ishan Kishan took charge, displaying the form and leadership that earned him the captaincy. Teaming up with Heinrich Klaasen, Kishan launched a spirited counterattack. As the dust settles on the first innings, both teams will know there’s plenty at stake—not just for the points table, but for momentum in what promises to be another fiercely contested IPL season. The answers are unfolding live, and if this match is any indication, IPL 2026 is set for another rollercoaster ride.

Source: Mint March 28, 2026 21:01 UTC