Written By: Ankit Kumar | Updated: Dec 13, 2025, 12:09 PM
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Although Sunrisers Hyderabad, under the captaincy of Pat Cummins, reached the final of IPL 2024, the team's performance in the 2025 season did not live up to expectations. The batting order repeatedly failed on the flat pitch of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, while the bowlers consistently leaked runs. As a result, SRH finished seventh in the points table, forcing the team management to make tough decisions.
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In this regard, the franchise released seven players before the mini-auction and also traded Mohammed Shami to the Lucknow Super Giants. Now, SRH will have a salary cap of ₹25.50 crore available for the mini-auction to be held in Abu Dhabi on December 16. The batting lineup is strong, but concerns remain regarding the bowling.
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Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi, with a base price of ₹2 crore, could be a priority for SRH. The team needs a spinner who can take regular wickets and also control the run rate. Bishnoi fits this role perfectly.
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Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer could prove to be an X-factor for SRH. Iyer, released by KKR, has all-round capabilities that could improve the team's balance, although he is likely to attract fierce bidding.
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Afghan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman, with a base price of ₹2 crore, could also be on SRH's radar. His experience in international leagues makes him a valuable asset, and he could prove to be a cheap but effective option for SRH.
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Fast bowler Shivam Mavi could strengthen the pace attack alongside Pat Cummins and Harshal Patel. His pace could bring extra aggression to SRH's bowling attack.
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Left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya is known more for controlling the run rate than for taking wickets. If given the right role, he can bring balance to SRH's bowling attack.
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