Despite losing his father a day earlier, Mandeep Singh came out to open Kings XI Punjab innings against Sunrisers Hyderabad and is earning praises from all around the world. The right-handed batsman, who played only three games in Dream11 Indian Premier League (IPL) before this contest, replaced in-form opener Mayank Agarwal, who sustained an injury against Delhi Capitals a few days back. As per several reports, Mandeep’s father Hardev Singh had suffered a significant deterioration in his health last month. He was admitted in a Chandigarh-based hospital before breathing his last on October 23. Despite the major tragedy, Mandeep showcased the great spirit and opened Punjab’s innings. Paying tribute to the batsman’s late father, KXIP players also sported black bands in their arms. KXIP vs SRH Score Updates IPL 2020.

Meanwhile, SRH captain David Warner elected to bat first at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium after winning the toss. Mandeep indeed has a great responsibility on his shoulders as Mayank Agarwal was in red-hot form in the tournament. Also, he opened the innings despite the presence of Chris Gayle who batted brilliantly in the last few games. Meanwhile, let’s look at how netizens praised the Indian batsman.

Praises From Mandeep!!

Nitish Rana Also Played Despite Father-In-Law's Loss!!

Respect!!

Indeed!!

Great Dedication!!

Its’s a crucial game for both teams’ point of view as their position in team standings is quite similar. With KL Rahul, Chris Gayle and Nicholas Pooran being in red-hot form, Punjab will be determined to post a mammoth total while Sandeep Sharma and Rashid Khan will have the onus to make an impact with the ball.

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