Reflecting on the defeat, Pathan pointed out that SRH failed to capitalise on the powerplay after losing early wickets, which hampered their ability to post a truly imposing total.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIshan Kishan mentioned after the game that they would have to look at their approach, especially at the start. If you lose regular wickets, you have to play with more responsibility, which didn\u2019t happen,\u201d Pathan told Jio Hotstar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
SRH found themselves in early trouble after losing three wickets inside the Powerplay, forcing the middle order to consolidate rather than accelerate. While they eventually reached the 200-run mark, Pathan felt the total was below par given the nature of the pitch.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThey lost three early wickets, and once that happens, it becomes very difficult to push beyond 200. They eventually scored 200, but it wasn\u2019t enough on this pitch,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pathan also highlighted SRH\u2019s lack of bowling resources as a major concern, especially in the absence of control during crucial phases of the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt was a mix of not getting a good start and the bowling not being up to the mark. Kishan was under pressure, and it\u2019s never easy when you are leading a side in the IPL for the first time,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The former cricketer emphasised that managing the Powerplay, both with bat and ball, will be key for SRH moving forward in the tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt was a mix of not getting a good start and the bowling not being up to the mark. Kishan was under pressure, and it\u2019s never easy when you are leading a side in the IPL for the first time,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sunrisers Hyderabad will next face Lucknow Super Giants in their home ground, Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad, on April 5.<\/p>\r\n\r\n