Delhi Capitals Face Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025 Showdown

The 55th match of IPL 2025 features Delhi Capitals taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. After recent losses, DC aims to regain momentum, while SRH fights for playoff survival. Key players like KL Rahul and Abhishek Sharma will be pivotal in this high-stakes encounter. With a favorable pitch for high scores and sunny weather expected, this match promises to be an exciting showdown. Discover the head-to-head stats, probable lineups, and more in our detailed preview.
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Delhi Capitals Face Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025 Showdown

Match Preview: DC vs SRH

In the 55th match of IPL 2025, Delhi Capitals (DC) will clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.


 


DC is looking to bounce back after recent defeats against KKR and RCB. On the other hand, SRH is in dire need of a victory to keep their playoff hopes alive.


 


Match Details: SRH vs DC


 



  • Match: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Match 55, IPL 2025

  • Date: Monday, May 5, 2025 

  • Time: 7:30 PM IST

  • Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium 

  • Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema


 


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Head-to-Head: SRH vs DC


 




























SRH vs DC Head-to-Head Stats
Total Matches 25
Won by Delhi Capitals 12
Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad 13
Tied/NR 0
Last 5 Matches Result DC: 3, SRH: 2


 


In their last five encounters since 2022, DC has secured victories in three matches, while SRH has won two, including their recent IPL 2025 meeting.


 


Team Preview for Match 55


 


Delhi Capitals (DC)


 


DC started the season strong but has faced setbacks recently, currently sitting in 5th place with 6 wins and 4 losses, including two consecutive defeats.


 


Key players to watch include KL Rahul and Axar Patel.


 


Key Players of DC: KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav


 


Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)


 


Following a commanding 44-run win against RR, SRH's performance has declined, managing only three wins out of ten matches. This match is crucial for their playoff aspirations.


 


Key SRH Players: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Heinrich Klassen


 


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Probable Playing XI for SRH vs DC Match 55


 


DC Expected XI: KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, Axar Patel, Tristan Stubbs, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Vipraj Nigam, Dushmantha Chameera 


 


Impact Subs: Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, Jake Fraser-McGurk


 


SRH Expected XI: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Jaydev Unadkat, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Aniket Verma, Mohammed Shami, Zeeshan Ansari


 


Impact Subs: Abinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Travis Head, Rahul Chahar


 


Pitch & Weather Insights for SRH vs DC Match 55


 


Pitch Analysis


 


The pitch at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is anticipated to be conducive for high scores, favoring the team batting second.


 


Weather Forecast


 


Hyderabad's weather is expected to be sunny with clear skies, with temperatures around 37 degrees Celsius and no rain forecasted.


 


Final Thoughts


 


DC enters this match as the favorite, while SRH will rely on their bowlers to counter DC's formidable batting lineup. All eyes will be on KL Rahul once again.


 


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