Sunrisers Hyderabad are one of the six Indian Premier League teams that have bought a franchise in the upcoming T20 league of Cricket South Africa. Formerly the base of the SRH franchise was Port Elizabeth, but now it has been changed to Gqeberha.
It would not be a surprise if there are similar faces in the coaching staff of the Gqeberha franchise and Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL team. Dale Steyn, who was SRH’s fast-bowling coach in IPL 2022, could play a coaching role for the Gqeberha franchise in CSA’s T20 league. Like that, some retired Indian players who once played for Hyderabad in IPL could turn for Gqeberha team in CSA T20 league.
In this listicle now, we will look at four former Sunrisers Hyderabad Indian players who could make a surprise entry in the Gqeberha franchise of CSA T20 League.
1. Former SRH all-rounder Bipul Sharma
All-rounder Bipul Sharma played an important role in Hyderabad’s IPL 2016 championship win. Sharma can play cameos with the bat and bowl some important overs of spin in the middle. He has shifted to USA now but can be available to play if needed.
2. Former SRH all-rounder Yuvraj Singh
Another member of Hyderabad’s winning squad to feature on the list is Yuvraj Singh. He has played in Global T20 League and Abu Dhabi T10 League after retirement. Singh could bring his experience to the fore, having played in South Africa before.
3. Parthiv Patel
Former Hyderabad wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel will make his return to cricket in the upcoming Legends League T20. If he impresses in that tournament, Patel could be considered for CSA T20 League.
4. Irfan Pathan
All-rounder Irfan Pathan has done well in Legends League. He has proven that he still has the capability to perform well on the cricket field. Pathan could be an important asset for the Gqeberha franchise.
