IPL 2025: Sunrisers Hyderabad Set to Clash with Gujarat Titans in Match 51
Match Preview: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans
In the 51st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi International Cricket Stadium.
Currently, SRH is positioned ninth in the standings with three victories and six defeats, while GT holds the fourth spot with six wins from nine matches.
Match Details for GT vs SRH
GT vs SRH Match 51: Key Information
- Match: Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Match 51, IPL 2025
- Date: Friday, May 2, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium
- Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema
Head-to-Head Statistics: GT vs SRH
GT vs SRH Head-to-Head Stats
| Head-to-Head Record | |
| Total Matches | 6 |
| Wins by Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 |
| Wins by Gujarat Titans | 4 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Last 4 Matches Result | NR: 1, SRH: 1, GT: 3 |
In their recent encounters, Gujarat Titans have had the upper hand over Sunrisers Hyderabad, winning their last match in IPL 2025. The last time SRH triumphed over GT was in 2022, where GT successfully chased down a target of 153 runs, winning by seven wickets, with Mohammed Siraj earning the Player of the Match title for his impressive bowling figures of 4/17.
Team Analysis for Match 51
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
After a strong start with a significant win against RR, SRH has struggled to maintain momentum. They have, however, secured two victories in their last four matches, including a recent win against CSK. The team recently took a break in the Maldives to regroup before this crucial match.
SRH's chances of making the playoffs are slim, making this match vital for their aspirations. Key players like Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma will be pivotal in their batting lineup, while Harshal Patel is expected to lead the bowling attack.
Key Players for SRH: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Gujarat Titans have rebounded well after a rocky start, winning six matches in IPL 2025, including three of their last five games. However, their bowling unit struggled in the last match against RR, where Vaibhav Suryavanshi played a crucial role in keeping RR's hopes alive.
Opener Sai Sudharsan will be essential at the top of the order, while Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna are expected to spearhead the bowling attack.
Key Players for GT: Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj
Predicted Playing XI for Match 51
Probable Playing XI for GT vs SRH
Expected XI for SRH: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami.
Impact Substitutes: T Head, A Manohar, S Baby, R Chahar, W Mulder
Expected XI for GT: Shubman Gill (capt), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Impact Substitutes: Ishant Sharma, Mahipal Lomror, Anuj Rawat, Arshad Khan, Dasun Shanaka
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch & Weather Report for GT vs SRH Match 51
Pitch Analysis
The pitch in Ahmedabad is expected to be a batting-friendly surface, with the ball coming onto the bat nicely under lights. However, spinners may find some assistance if they bowl accurately. Chasing teams may have an advantage, as batting first could prove challenging.
Weather Forecast
Cloudy conditions are anticipated throughout the match, with temperatures around 39°C, likely decreasing as the game progresses.
Final Thoughts
Conclusion
Gujarat Titans are favored to win this match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. For SRH to succeed, their bowlers will need to deliver exceptional performances to counter the GT batting lineup.