Sat Mar 22 23:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Sunrisers Hyderabad Coach Backs Second Ball Rule in IPL 2025
**Hyderabad, March 23, 2025** – Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori has voiced his support for the BCCI’s decision to introduce a second ball in evening IPL matches to combat the effects of dew. Speaking on the eve of SRH’s opening match against Rajasthan Royals, Vettori described the measure as a “pragmatic answer to a difficult problem,” acknowledging that dew significantly impacts certain venues like Chennai and Mumbai.
Vettori highlighted the increasingly aggressive batting style in the IPL, with teams regularly exceeding 250 runs. He anticipates the possibility of scores reaching 300 this season, presenting a significant challenge for bowlers. He noted that the flat pitches commonly found in IPL matches favor batsmen, creating a dynamic where bowlers must adapt to aggressive batting strategies.
The coach revealed that captain Pat Cummins has addressed the team, particularly the bowlers, on the need to strategize against this aggressive batting approach. Vettori emphasized that the onus is on batsmen to score runs, while bowlers need to find ways to counteract this high-scoring trend. The new ball rule, he believes, is a step in the right direction.
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