SRH vs RR Match Prediction: Rajasthan Royals (RR) will be looking to record their fifth straight win in Indian Premier League (IPL) when they play Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Thursday, May 02, 2024. The match is scheduled to kick-off at 07:30 PM (IST). SRH dropped out of top-four after losing two consecutive games.
Match Preview
Not so long ago, SRH were flying high. Their batters were scorching bowlers, breaking numerous records and scoring runs at will. Then came the game against Royal Challengers Bangalore. SRH were the outright favorites to clinch their 5th consecutive win, but the game took a turn for the worse for the 2016 champions, resulting in a loss by 35 runs.
This was not a one-game blip as SRH also lost their last match. This time, they were completely outplayed, and their fabled batting unit looked plain average. As a result, SRH now find themselves out of the top four in the standings.
Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, remain the team to beat. They have suffered just one defeat this season, winning 8 times in nine matches. They have on foot in the playoffs already, but will be looking to nail down a spot in the top two.
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SRH vs RR Match Details
Match No | 50 |
Teams | Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals |
Captains | Pat Cummins (SRH) | Sanju Samson (RR) |
Date & Time | May 02, Thursday, 07:30 PM |
Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium |
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium offers a balanced pitch where batsmen and bowlers can make life difficult for each other. But the way this season has panned out, with the batters dominating the bowlers on all grounds, expect the same storyline to unfold in this match as well.
Even in the last game at this venue, Royal Challengers Bangalore easily crossed the 200-run mark, and SRH lost due to their batsmen’s utter failure. So expect the team batting first to score at least 180-190 runs.
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SRH vs RR Match Prediction Head-To-Head Record
There’s nothing that sets Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals apart in their head-to-head encounters, with both teams claiming victory nine times in their 18 meetings. That’s about as even as it gets. However, Rajasthan Royals have shown dominance in recent seasons, emerging victorious three times in their last four encounters. On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad managed to secure a win in their latest match, successfully chasing down Rajasthan Royals’ formidable total of 214 runs in 20 overs, ultimately winning the game by four wickets.
Last Meeting Between SRH vs RR
RR: 214/2 (1st innings)
SRH: 217/6 (2nd innings)
SRH vs RR Predicted Playing 11:
Sunrisers Hyderabad Predicted Playing XI:
Travis Head
Abhishek Sharma
Aiden Markram
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Heinrich Klaasen (WK)
Shahbaz Ahmed
Abdul Samad
Pat Cummins (C)
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Jaydev Unadkat
Mayank Markande
T Natarajan (IMPACT PLAYER)
Rajasthan Royals Predicted Playing XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Jos Buttler
Sanju Samson (C/WK)
Riyan Parag
Rovman Powell
Shimron Hetmyer
Dhruv Jurel
Ravichandran Ashwin
Trent Boult
Avesh Khan
Sandeep Sharma
Yuzvendra Chahal (IMPACT PLAYER)
SRH vs RR Match Prediction: Best Batters And Bowlers
SRH Probable highest scorer: Travis Head | Abhishek Sharma | Henrich Klaasen
Travis Head has scored most runs for SRH in IPL 2024
Travis Head: The 30-year-old Australian is the leading scorer for SRH in IPL 2024. He has hit 40 fours and 19 sixes en route to 338 runs in 8 innings. Head is certainly a solid option to have in SRH vs RR Dream11 Today match.
Balls Faced | 160 |
Runs Scored | 338 |
4s | 40 |
6s | 19 |
Abhishek Sharma: This young Indian batter sits second on SRH’s leading run-scorer list. That’s some achievement considering the profile of his teammates in SRH Playing XI. Even more impressive is his strike-rate which goes beyond 200.
Balls Faced | 141 |
Runs Scored | 303 |
4s | 22 |
6s | 27 |
Klaasen has hit 28 sixes in 9 innings
Heinrich Klassen: His numbers this season are mind blowing. The 32-year-old South African has hit just 9 fours in 9 matches, averaging one four per innings. But his sixes’ count goes all the way to 28. That’s more than 3 sixes per innings. Klaasen is worth the shot either as a captain or vice-captain in SRH vs RR Dream11 Prediction teams.
Balls Faced | 159 |
Runs Scored | 295 |
4s | 09 |
6s | 28 |
RR Probable Highest Scorer: Sanju Samson | Jos Buttler | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Riyan Parag
Samson leads the scoring charts for RR
Sanju Samson: He was rewarded for his incredible scoring form in IPL 2024 with a place in Team India‘s squad, Sanju Samson is playing like a true leader and shows no signs of slowing down. What’s even more impressive is his ability to adjust his game according to the situation.
Balls Faced | 33 |
Runs Scored | 71 |
4s | 07 |
6s | 04 |
Jos Buttler: Known for his ferocious batting, Buttler has shown his prowess with magnificent centuries against KKR and RCB this season. He can turn the game in a matter of a few overs. The Englishman should be in your Dream11 fantasy cricket teams.
Balls Faced | 18 |
Runs Scored | 34 |
4s | 04 |
6s | 01 |
Jaiswal is back in form for RR
Yashasvi Jaiswal: After a career-changing couple of years where he was a top scorer for Team India and Rajasthan Royals last season, Jaiswal‘s slow start to the current campaign puzzled everyone. However, he is back to his usual self, scoring runs and winning games for his team. He should be in your fantasy cricket team.
Balls Faced | 18 |
Runs Scored | 24 |
4s | 03 |
6s | 01 |
Riyan Parag: This season marks a pivotal moment in the young career of Riyan Parag. While expectations were already high before the start of IPL 2024, few expected him to perform this well. Describing his performances this season might require some outrageous superlatives.
Balls Faced | 208 |
Runs Scored | 332 |
4s | 22 |
6s | 21 |
SRH Probable Best Bowler: T Natarajan | Pat Cummins
T Natarajan has been exceptional this IPL 2024 season. Despite playing just 7 games, joint fewest in top-20 in Purple Cap list, he has picked up 13 wickets. The 33-year-old is a true poacher, who knows how to get the better of batters.
Balls Bowled | 168 |
Runs Given | 252 |
Wickets | 13 |
Economy | 9.00 |
Pat Cummins: With 10 scalps in nine matches, Pat Cummins is SRH’s 2nd highest wicket taker in IPL 2024. His best performance is 3/43 which came against the Royal Challengers Bangalore when SRH posted 287/3 in 20 overs.
Balls Bowled | 168 |
Runs Given | 252 |
Wickets | 13 |
Economy | 9.00 |
RR Probable Best Bowler: Trent Boult | Yuzvendra Chahal | Avesh Khan
Yuzvendra Chahal: Back in the Indian Team setup for the T20 World Cup 2024, Chahal’s performance in the ongoing Indian Premier League speaks volumes. He has picked up the most wickets for the Royals this season. He can be used as captain in SRH vs RR Today’s IPL teams.
Balls Bowled | 204 |
Runs Given | 306 |
Wickets | 13 |
Economy | 9.00 |
Trent Boult: The New Zealander needs no introduction. Ask any top-order batsman about facing Boult with the new ball, and they’ll tell you how brutal he can be, capable of ripping through any batting lineup. He is a solid option to have in SRH vs RR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket team.
Balls Bowled | 192 |
Runs Given | 250 |
Wickets | 10 |
Economy | 7.81 |
Who Will Win Today IPL Match Between SRH vs RR
Despite recent hiccups for Sunrisers Hyderabad, there’s no denying that SRH is full of quality and match-winners. They can defeat any team, including the table-topper Rajasthan Royals, on any given day. However, RR has been more consistent and has secured wins from improbable situations, such as the match against KKR. The 2008 IPL champions are the team to beat this season. Although SRH is at home and will be driven by staunch home fans, RR starts this game as a slight favorite.
Chances Of A Win
SRH: 47%
RR: 53%
Disclaimer: The above match prediction is based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.