In the upcoming IPL 2024 season, Pat Cummins has assumed the captaincy role for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), succeeding Aiden Markram. Markram’s leadership in the past two seasons resulted in below-par performances, with SRH finishing 8th in 2022 and 10th in 2023.
Pat Cummins, known for his successful captaincy with Australia in the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup finals, brings significant leadership experience to SRH. His appointment as captain not only underscores his exceptional leadership skills but also establishes him as the highest-paid captain in IPL history.
In the IPL 2024 mini auction, Sunrisers Hyderabad secured Pat Cummins for a substantial investment of Rs 20.50 crore, solidifying his financial value in the league. Since David Warner’s departure in 2021, SRH underwent multiple captaincy changes, with Kane Williamson, Aiden Markram, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and now Pat Cummins leading the team. Warner’s exit, after steering SRH to their inaugural IPL title in 2016, created a significant leadership vacuum that has seen several individuals taking on the captaincy role.
