IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad Face Off Against Rajasthan Royals in Crucial Match

As the IPL 2026 season heats up, Sunrisers Hyderabad prepares to face off against Rajasthan Royals in a crucial match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. With SRH struggling at the bottom of the points table and RR soaring high with a winning streak, this match promises to be an exciting encounter. The pitch is known for its batting-friendly conditions, favoring both teams' strong batting lineups. Discover the predicted playing XI and squad details as both teams aim for victory.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 13, 2026, 16:38 IST

Match Preview: SRH vs RR

On April 13 (Monday), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will clash with Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad for the 21st match of IPL 2026. This matchup features two teams positioned differently on the points table. SRH has struggled recently, securing only 2 points from four matches, placing them 7th. In contrast, RR is enjoying a winning streak, having claimed victory in four consecutive games, and currently sits at the top of the table.

Pitch Analysis

SRH Vs RR Pitch Report

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions. Both teams boast strong batting lineups, particularly with effective opening partnerships. However, RR's depth in batting gives them an edge. Additionally, fast bowlers can expect some swing and movement early in the game. With RR featuring bowlers like Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, and Sandeep Sharma, they may have the upper hand against SRH.

Predicted Lineups

SRH Vs RR Predicted Playing XI

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (C/WK), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Harshal Patel, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Praful Hinge
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (w), Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma
Impact Player: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Squad Overview

SRH vs RR Squads

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (w/c), Heinrich Klaasen, Liam Livingstone, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga, Salil Arora, David Payne, Shivam Mavi, Zeeshan Ansari, Kamindu Mendis, Brydon Carse, Smaran Ravichandran, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge, Krains Fuletra, Onkar Tarmale, Amit Kumar
Rajasthan Royals: Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Riyan Parag, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Kwena Maphaka, Sandeep Sharma, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Ravi Bishnoi, Sushant Mishra, Adam Milne, Kuldeep Sen, Shubham Dubey, Brijesh Sharma, Ravi Singh, Vignesh Puthur, Aman Rao Perala