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Match Overview
Match 27 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 features Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) locking horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, on Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 PM IST.
SRH, despite a strong start with a record-breaking 286 in their opener, have slumped dramatically with four consecutive losses. Their aggressive top-order approach has failed to click, and their bowling unit has struggled, holding the worst economy (10.73) and average (41.47) in the league. Captain Pat Cummins has lacked impact with the ball, while the absence of a dependable spinner has added to their woes.
PBKS, on the other hand, come into this game riding high after an 18-run win over CSK. Sitting fourth on the table, they’ve been consistent and dynamic, with multiple players stepping up even in the absence of big knocks from stars like Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis.
Match Details
| Fixture | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings – Match 27, IPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, April 12, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Live Telecast | JioStar Network Channels, JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Head-to-Head Record
| Total Matches Played | 23 |
|---|---|
| Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad | 16 |
| Won by Punjab Kings | 7 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| First Match | April 19, 2013 |
| Most Recent Match | May 19, 2024 |
Pitch & Conditions – What to Expect in Hyderabad
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has been a batting haven this season, with the average first-innings score at a massive 213 in the last 10 matches. Though SRH’s recent scores have dipped, the pitch still favors batters. Teams batting first have won 60% of games here, but dew could play a role later in the evening. Expect a high-scoring affair unless early wickets fall.
Predicted Playing XIs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins (C), Zeeshan Ansari, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami
Impact Player: Rahul Chahar
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (C), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson
Impact Player: Yash Thakur
Key Players to Watch
Ishan Kishan (SRH):
The explosive left-hander needs to rediscover his form. After a century in the opener, he’s been quiet, but a big knock here could turn things around for SRH.
Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS):
Even with only one wicket in four matches, Chahal has kept things tight. The leg-spinner, IPL’s all-time highest wicket-taker, will be key in the middle overs.
Today’s Match Prediction by CricketBettingTips.com
The team bowling first is likely to hold the edge, especially with conditions expected to remain dry and conducive to chasing under lights. Expect PBKS to continue their momentum—but if SRH’s top order fires, it could be anyone’s game.
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