India, March 12 -- Sunrisers Hyderabad will kick off the new IPL season with a high-profile clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the defending champions. The opening match promises plenty of excitement as both sides boast powerful batting units capable of piling up big totals. With the game set to take place at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, a venue known for high-scoring contests, fans could be in for a night dominated by boundaries and towering sixes. Given the firepower in both lineups, a run-filled encounter looks very much on the cards to start the tournament.

Meanwhile, attention will also be on the availability of their skipper Pat Cummins. He missed the recent ICC T20 World Cup because of an injury, and there is still no clear ...