Experts Matthew Hayden and Kevin Pietersen believe that Chennai, Kolkata Knight Riders are better placed to win the IPL title on Sunday due to a superior spin attack and a better record against their rivals Sunrisers Hyderabad.
He says that KKR had defeated SRH in the league stage matches and this will give them an edge in Sunday's summit clash.
"I am confident that KKR will win here, because after a few days off, it will be helpful to watch this match and understand the strengths and weaknesses of Sunrisers Hyderabad," Hayden said on Sta Sports Cricket. stay.
“KKR, after defeating SRH, is going to have great momentum.I also think the quality spin of (Sunil) Narine and Varun Chakravarthy in the red class is going to make a difference."
The 52-year-old former Australia opener believes that the strong mentality of the player and the team is important to win a tough tournament like the IPL.
"It's just about getting it right, really that simple. You've done all the hard work, traveled the country, been in and out of planes, buses, different hotels and different beds. It is a really challenging, rigorous tournament and in the end only the strong of heart get a chance to lift that trophy."Luck will always play a small role in a player's life, no doubt about that, but more than anything, it's about making sure you are committed to your team on the day. What I saw from Rajasthan Royals It was that they were committed. During the match, when it came to batting (on Friday), there was complete disbelief," he said.
"They felt the pressure and tension and they succumbed to it. Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, bounced back.It is not easy to make a comeback in a big match after defeat. We were talking about this only with India and Pakistan. The final is not about retreating into your shell.
"The final is about putting your chest forward, holding your ground, understanding your role and going for the win. That's the mentality you need in the final," he said.It's a hunt, and you need to be in it to win it," he added.
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen also believes that KKR is a strong contender to win the IPL title this time.
“I didn't like the way Sunrisers performed the other evening in Ahmedabad and I think it will put them on the backfoot early on Sunday.
"The way they finished that game, Pat Cummins got the ball to Travis Head, and Shreyas Iyer went bang, bang, bang. That will give KKR a lot of confidence going into the final, knowing that they are the first Have already defeated SRH."A few days ago, Peterson said.
"So it's going to be really tough for Sunrisers to move forward, but I think they will because they won the SA20, so they know how to win. They have a structure that knows how to win "And when you win, you've got that belief within the franchise, that belief within the ownership, then the momentum has its own way."
Pietersen feels the toss will play an important role but KKR's positive mindset will definitely give them an edge over SRH.
“The toss is 50-50.I really think you have to consider the possibility of dew and be prepared even if it doesn't happen. It's about mentality and confidence coming into this match.
“I think that's where KKR have the advantage, the way they have played, they have won Qualifier One, and their preparation over the last three or four days.
"Also, look at their key players: Sunil Narine's form at the top of the order, Venkatesh Iyer's batting form, captain Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 50 in the last game, and their impressive bowlers, especially spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Narine. Their Have a team full of match winners."
He says that KKR had defeated SRH in the league stage matches and this will give them an edge in Sunday's summit clash.
"I am confident that KKR will win here, because after a few days off, it will be helpful to watch this match and understand the strengths and weaknesses of Sunrisers Hyderabad," Hayden said on Sta Sports Cricket. stay.
“KKR, after defeating SRH, is going to have great momentum.I also think the quality spin of (Sunil) Narine and Varun Chakravarthy in the red class is going to make a difference."
The 52-year-old former Australia opener believes that the strong mentality of the player and the team is important to win a tough tournament like the IPL.
"It's just about getting it right, really that simple. You've done all the hard work, traveled the country, been in and out of planes, buses, different hotels and different beds. It is a really challenging, rigorous tournament and in the end only the strong of heart get a chance to lift that trophy."Luck will always play a small role in a player's life, no doubt about that, but more than anything, it's about making sure you are committed to your team on the day. What I saw from Rajasthan Royals It was that they were committed. During the match, when it came to batting (on Friday), there was complete disbelief," he said.
"They felt the pressure and tension and they succumbed to it. Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, bounced back.It is not easy to make a comeback in a big match after defeat. We were talking about this only with India and Pakistan. The final is not about retreating into your shell.
"The final is about putting your chest forward, holding your ground, understanding your role and going for the win. That's the mentality you need in the final," he said.It's a hunt, and you need to be in it to win it," he added.
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen also believes that KKR is a strong contender to win the IPL title this time.
“I didn't like the way Sunrisers performed the other evening in Ahmedabad and I think it will put them on the backfoot early on Sunday.
"The way they finished that game, Pat Cummins got the ball to Travis Head, and Shreyas Iyer went bang, bang, bang. That will give KKR a lot of confidence going into the final, knowing that they are the first Have already defeated SRH."A few days ago, Peterson said.
"So it's going to be really tough for Sunrisers to move forward, but I think they will because they won the SA20, so they know how to win. They have a structure that knows how to win "And when you win, you've got that belief within the franchise, that belief within the ownership, then the momentum has its own way."
Pietersen feels the toss will play an important role but KKR's positive mindset will definitely give them an edge over SRH.
“The toss is 50-50.I really think you have to consider the possibility of dew and be prepared even if it doesn't happen. It's about mentality and confidence coming into this match.
“I think that's where KKR have the advantage, the way they have played, they have won Qualifier One, and their preparation over the last three or four days.
"Also, look at their key players: Sunil Narine's form at the top of the order, Venkatesh Iyer's batting form, captain Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 50 in the last game, and their impressive bowlers, especially spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Narine. Their Have a team full of match winners."
