Dubey Joins SRH as Ravichandran's Injury Replacement
In a critical mid-season move in IPL 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed all-rounder Harsh Dubey as an injury replacement for Smaran Ravichandran. The Pat Cummins-led side announced the acquisition ahead of their must-win clash against Delhi Capitals, to be held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Monday, May 5. With a fee set at Rs 30 lakh, this new player would add some depth to the SRH squad as they fight for their survival in this tournament.
An addition to the team in this scenario is the perfect one for Sunrisers, currently placed ninth on the IPL 2025 Points Table. With just six points from 10 matches– three wins, seven losses-the team badly needed reinforcement with Ravichandran having to pull out for the season due to injury. The all-rounder adds to the batting and bowling options of SRH, being a left-arm spin all-rounder.
Harsh Dubey: A Promising Addition to SRH
The handsome performer, Harsh Dubey, Is a Player from Vidarbha with a superb resume in the Indian domestic cricket. He holds a nice combination of aggressive bowling and controlling off-side shots, with 127 wickets and 941 runs to his credit. He has appeared in 16 T20s, 20 List A matches, and 18 First-Class matches, demonstrating his game adaptability and awareness.
Another jewel in the crown for Dubey was his selection for the Player of the Tournament honours in the 2024/25 Ranji Trophy. He took 69 wickets and scored 476 runs in the process, which were crucial to the successful campaign of Vidarbha. This magnificent domestic season brought him into the spotlight during the IPL 2025 trials. Dubey impressed the scouts and team management of Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
With Smaran Ravichandran out of consideration, SRH has found its ideal candidate in Dubey, whose recent form and all-round abilities can add that bit of extra edge to tight situations.
Current Standing of Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025
The campaign of IPL 2025 has hardly gone according to plans for Sunrisers Hyderabad. Despite having a star-studded team under the Australian skipper Pat Cummins, Sunrisers Hyderabad have been a victim of inconsistency. Placed strangely, these three wins came in staggered moments, while the seven losses have questioned their team combinations and injury management.
Next up are the Delhi Capitals. SRH must win every game ahead to remain in playoff contention. The run-up to the match on May 5 will be critical at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. A fresh face like Harsh Dubey may well be the x-factor Cummins has been looking at for those middle overs.
What Harsh Dubey Brings to SRH in IPL 2025
Dubey’s inclusion could very well improve SRH’s bowling options during the middle overs. Theoretically, his ability to break partnerships and economic bowling should lessen the pressure applied by the mainstay bowlers like Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, and Mohammed Shami. Batting-wise, Dubey could strengthen SRH’s lower-middle order, which lacks self-executing power.
Harsh Dubey, too, is famed for his presence of mind and ability to perform under pressure — attributes that have eluded SRH’s younger players this season. On top of a top order led by mature campaigners such as Heinrich Klaasen, Travis Head, and Ishan Kishan, Dubey would add additional depth and calmness to the playing eleven.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Full Squad for IPL 2025
Here’s a look at the updated Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad for IPL 2025:
- Travis Head
- Abhishek Sharma
- Ishan Kishan
- Heinrich Klaasen (wicketkeeper)
- Aniket Verma
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Kamindu Mendis
- Pat Cummins (captain)
- Harshal Patel
- Jaydev Unadkat
- Zeeshan Ansari
- Mohammed Shami
- Abhinav Manohar
- Sachin Baby
- Rahul Chahar
- Wiaan Mulder
- Atharva Taide
- Simarjeet Singh
- Harsh Dubey
- Eshan Malinga
The inclusion of Harsh Dubey strengthens the bench and provides a backup to key all-rounders in the squad. With the tournament nearing its final leg, rotation and squad depth will play a crucial role for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
IPL 2025: Upcoming Matches for Sunrisers Hyderabad
As the league stage nears its climax, every game is a do-or-die situation for SRH. Here’s a quick look at their upcoming fixtures:
- May 5 – vs Delhi Capitals at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
- May 8 – vs Mumbai Indians
- May 12 – vs Chennai Super Kings
- May 16 – vs Punjab Kings
To make it to the IPL 2025 Playoffs, SRH needs to win all these remaining fixtures and also rely on other results going their way. Harsh Dubey’s performance in these crucial games could determine not just the outcome of matches, but the team’s fate this season.
Reactions and Analysis: Harsh Dubey in IPL 2025
Dubey’s selection has been welcomed by cricket experts and fans alike: calling the decision a “smart move given his recent domestic form.” Former cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra said, “Dubey has earned this call-up. SRH needed someone who can both restrict and contribute runs — Dubey is that player.”
The social media platforms too are flooded with support for the youngster, with Laning hashtag #DubeyJoinsSRH, #HarshDubeyIPL2025, and #SRHvsDC was trending well before the big match.
Final Thoughts on SRH's New Signing
With Harsh Dubey joining Sunrisers Hyderabad as Smaran Ravichandran’s injury replacement, the team hopes to turn around their fortunes in the remaining matches of IPL 2025. It’s a golden opportunity for Dubey to prove himself on the biggest T20 stage and for SRH to finally find the winning formula.
And as the race for the playoffs hots up, every run, wicket, and strategic call is going to matter. All eyes are now set on the upcoming match against Delhi Capitals, where Dubey might finally make his long-awaited IPL debut this 2025.
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Recent Highlights
IPL 2025 POINTS TABLE
TEAMS | POINTS |
GT | 16 |
RCB | 16 |
PBKS | 16 |
MI | 14 |
DC | 14 |
KKR | 11 |
LSG | 10 |
SRH | 7 |
RR | 6 |
CSK | 6 |
