Hey Orange Army,

I've been pondering over our team's recent performances and strategy, and something's been bothering me - are we slowly turning into what RCB has been traditionally known for? Hear me out before you grab your pitchforks.

For years, RCB has been celebrated for their explosive batting lineup, capable of putting up mammoth scores, but often criticised for their lacklustre bowling attack. On the other hand, SRH has prided itself on a robust, often match-winning, bowling squad. Our victories have been hard-fought, often clawed back from the jaws of defeat by our bowlers in the dying overs. There's a unique satisfaction in winning a match because your bowlers outsmarted and outplayed the opposition, a sentiment I'm sure many of you share.

But of late, I've sensed a shift. Our bowling, which used to be our backbone, seems to have taken a backseat. It's as if the strategy has flipped, and now we're chasing those high scores typical of a team like RCB. Don't get me wrong, scoring 277 against MI is no small feat, but somehow, it didn't bring me the joy I expected. It made me question - are we moving away from our identity?

Our bowlers, once the spearhead of our team, now seem less threatening. Where are those deliveries that used to target the stumps, leaving batters bewildered? It appears that our bowlers are now playing defensively, but even that isn't working out as planned. This shift is concerning.

RCB, despite their star-studded batting lineup, has yet to clinch the IPL title, finishing as runners-up at best. Their reliance on batting hasn't secured them a trophy. Is this the path we're heading down as well?

I'm all for evolving and adapting strategies, but not at the cost of losing our core strength and identity. Bowling has been our forte, and it should remain so. We shouldn't forget what made us champions in 2016.

What do you guys think? Are we becoming too batting-oriented, or is this just a temporary phase? Let's discuss.