Suresh Raina is set to miss his first ever IPL match, as he will be visiting his wife in Holland who is due to deliver the couple’s first child.

Following their victory on Sunday over Kolkata Knight Riders, the captain of Gujarat Lions said that he will leave to meet his wife and is set to miss the May 14 clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Raina who has played in every single IPL match since 2008 is also the highest run-getter in the tournament across all editions.

Currently, the southpaw is leading the top-ranked team in the league table after playing a pivotal role as a Chennai Super Kings player in the past seasons.

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