Royal Challengers Bengaluru Faces Key Player Absences Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

In a crucial IPL match at Ekana Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be without star players Devdutt Padikkal and Rajat Patidar. Padikkal's hamstring injury has ruled him out for the season, while Patidar will play as an impact player due to a recent finger injury. With 17 points from 12 matches, RCB needs to secure victories in their remaining games to enhance their chances of making it to the top two. The match promises to be a significant challenge for the team as they face Sunrisers Hyderabad.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 23, 2025, 19:58 IST

Match Preview: RCB vs SRH

In the upcoming match at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be without two of their top batsmen, Devdutt Padikkal and Rajat Patidar. Padikkal has been sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a hamstring injury, prompting the inclusion of Mayank Aggarwal in the squad. Meanwhile, Patidar will participate in today's game as an impact player.

During the toss, Jitesh Sharma was spotted alongside Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins.

Jitesh Sharma Takes the Helm

Rajat Patidar, who suffered a finger injury in the last match against CSK two weeks ago, will only play as a batter today to avoid further injury. His participation is contingent on the league's suspension, which allowed his finger infection to heal sufficiently.

RCB's Path to the Top

Currently, RCB has accumulated 17 points from 12 matches, securing eight victories. To secure a spot in the top two, they must win both of their remaining games. Alternatively, a win combined with favorable outcomes in other matches could also see them qualify.

Team Lineups

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarawal, Jitesh Sharma(w/c), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Lungi Ngidi, Suyash Sharma.

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan(w), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins(c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga.