IPL 2023: Predicting 3 Most Run Scorers in Today's SRH vs RCB Match

The stage is getting ready at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad for the 65th match of the ongoing IPL. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on 18 May 2023. RCB are currently in the fifth spot with 12 points in 12 games. But, SRH are in the ninth spot with eight points in 12 games.

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So, RCB will look for a win to strengthen their chance for the playoffs. While SRH will look to spoil the party for Faf du Plessis and his men. However, in Hyderabad, SRH have an upper hand over RCB in the history of IPL. In seven matches so far, SRH have won six times while RCB have won only once. 

Also Read: SRH vs RCB, IPL 2023: Head to Head Record, Stats, and Pitch History at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad

Here are the possible three most run scorers in the SRH vs RCB clash in IPL 2023

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1. Glenn Maxwell

Glenn Maxwell's IPL Records and Stats

The RCB all-rounder has come up with some crucial contributions so far in IPL 2023. While batting in the middle order, Glenn Maxwell has scored 384 runs in 12 matches, at an average of 34.90 and a strike rate of 182.85. He has smashed five fifties so far in the tournament. In the last game against Rajasthan Royals (RR), Maxwell scored 54 runs off 33 balls.

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He smashed five fours and three sixes in that inning. He played a crucial role in the partnership of 69 runs with Faf du Plessis. So, he is expected again to score some important runs against Aiden Markram and his men in Hyderabad. In the last two matches, Maxwell smashed two consecutive fifties.        

2. Heinrich Klaasen

Heinrich Klaasen's IPL Records and Stats

This SRH wicketkeeper has been a positive sign throughout the ongoing IPL so far. Whenever the team were in a critical situation, Heinrich Klaasen has come up and scored some vital runs. In 10 matches, he has scored 326 runs, at an average of 46.57 and a strike rate of 172.48. However, he has scored two fifties so far.

In the last game against Gujarat Titans (GT), he scored 64 runs off 44 balls, including four fours and three sixes. He was the lone warrior from his team as SRH scored 154 runs in 20 overs while chasing 189 runs. Hence, the home fans will hope to see another important knock from Klaasen against RCB.    

3. Faf du Plessis

Faf du Plessis' IPL Records and Stats

The RCB skipper is having a dream season so far in IPL 2023. Currently, Faf du Plessis is in the top spot in the race for the Orange Cap this year. He has scored 631 runs in 12 matches, at an average of 57.36 and a strike rate of 154.27. He has notched up seven fifties so far in the ongoing tournament.

However, in the last game against RR, du Plessis scored 55 runs off 44 balls, including three fours and two sixes. He also stitched a partnership of 50 runs for the first wicket with Virat Kohli and another partnership of 69 runs with Glenn Maxwell for the second wicket. Thus, fans will hope for another top knock from this star batter against SRH.