IPL 2025: Sunrisers Hyderabad Set to Challenge Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 65
Match Preview: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
In the 65th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium.
Currently, RCB holds the second position in the standings with eight victories from twelve matches, while SRH finds itself in eighth place with only four wins and seven losses.
Match Details
- Match: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 65, IPL 2025
- Date: Friday, May 23, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Ekana International Cricket Stadium
- Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema
Head-to-Head Statistics
| RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head Stats | |
| Total Matches | 25 |
| Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad | 13 |
| Won by Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 11 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Last 5 Matches Result | SRH: 2, RCB: 3 |
In their last five encounters, RCB has triumphed in three, including their most recent match in IPL 2024.
Team Previews for Match 65
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Having already been eliminated from the tournament, SRH will aim to disrupt RCB's campaign. The team's success will heavily rely on the performance of their top order, particularly Abhishek Sharma. In the bowling lineup, Pat Cummins is expected to lead effectively.
Key Players for SRH: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB is eager to return to the field after a two-week hiatus due to rain washing out their last match against KKR. Currently positioned second, a victory would elevate them to the top of the table. Key players to watch include Virat Kohli and Phil Salt, although Josh Hazlewood will be absent. Mayank Agarwal's return to RCB is also noteworthy.
Key Players for RCB: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt
Probable Playing XI
Expected XI for SRH: Ishan Kishan (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Sachin Baby, Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Reddy, Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins, Jaydev Unadkat, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami
Impact Subs: Zeeshan Ansari
Expected XI for RCB: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar (capt), Jitesh Sharma, Romario Shepherd, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Lungi Ngidi
Impact Subs: Suyash Sharma
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The pitch at Ekana Cricket Stadium is expected to favor batsmen, although bowlers may find some assistance with the new ball. The initial overs will be crucial for bowlers, but once batters settle in, high scores are anticipated.
Weather Report
The weather forecast indicates hot conditions, with temperatures around 37°C expected throughout the day, likely cooling down as the match progresses.
Conclusion
As the match approaches, Royal Challengers Bengaluru are favored to win against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The RCB bowlers will need to deliver exceptional performances to counter the SRH batting lineup.