Fans eagerly anticipating the upcoming clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL 2024) can rest assured that the game will proceed as scheduled. The Hyderabad Cricket Board (HCA) has confirmed that power supply to the Uppal Stadium, which was reportedly cut off due to unpaid dues, has been restored.
In a statement released by the HCA President’s Office, it was assured, “Ahead of the IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings today, the Electricity Department has restored power supply at Uppal Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad. The IPL match between SRH and CSK will continue as usual.”
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Earlier reports had indicated that the stadium’s power supply was disconnected due to the board’s outstanding dues, exceeding Rs 3 crores. Despite the board’s plea to waive off a portion of the surcharge amounting to 1.6 crores, the electricity department stood firm on their decision.
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The Power at the Rajiv Gandhi Int’l stadium has been restored for now and It seems IPL governing council will have to get into clearing all this.
For now, We’re going to have tomorrow’s match of CSK against SRH.#ChennaiSuperKings pic.twitter.com/rnQYVxMH7Q
— Hustler (@HustlerCSK) April 4, 2024
This forthcoming fixture holds significant importance for both teams as they seek to regain momentum. Pat Cummins’ Sunrisers Hyderabad has secured only one victory in their three matches, notably achieving a record-breaking T20 innings score of 277 runs against the Mumbai Indians.
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Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, have enjoyed a promising start to the tournament. Gaikwad, appointed as captain just before their opening match against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, led the team to two consecutive victories before facing their first defeat against the Delhi Capitals in Vizag.
As the defending champions strive to maintain their winning streak, they face a formidable challenge away from home. With the scales tipped in favour of the home side this season, Chennai Super Kings are determined to secure their first away victory of the campaign.
