New Delhi: Smart adjustments and some prior knowledge help young pacer Praful Hinge in indian premier league In 2026, he announced that he will represent Sunrisers Hyderabad against rajasthan royals.The 24-year-old struck early, removing teenage star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with just the second ball and picking up multiple wickets in a sizzling start. But behind this breakthrough was a clear plan, fine-tuned with last-minute tweaks by the coaching staff.
“I played an Under-23 match against him and got him out with a bouncer. So, I thought if I bowled to bouncer, he would chase me, like he does to every bowler now. I wanted to test him again with a bodyguard. He tried to hit the ball but couldn’t hit it in time. “Praful Hinge said in JioStar News Room.“In the meeting, we discussed him. I first shared my opinion and then the bowling coach added his opinion. I wanted to bowl to him from around the wicket, but he asked me to bowl one over the wicket and I got him out on that ball. So, we both were happy.”Despite a strong debut, Hinge insists not much has changed.“Yes, I plan to bowl out Sooryavanshi with bouncers… I didn’t know that I would take four wickets in the first game… But, I don’t feel like my life has changed much after that. I am trying to stay away from social media and focus on training,” he added.Hinge also highlighted the role of senior players and team management in shaping his mentality, while taking inspiration from Pat Cummins.Under the guidance of legends such as Glenn McGrath and Varun Aaron, his journey reflects steady growth and a promising future.
