🔎 Match Preview – SRH vs DC, IPL 2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set to host Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 55 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, on Monday, May 5, at 7:30 PM IST.
It’s been a tough season for SRH, with just three wins from 10 matches. Their latest outing resulted in a 38-run defeat to Gujarat Titans, and they now find themselves out of playoff contention. However, with pressure off and pride on the line, Pat Cummins and his men will be aiming to disrupt Delhi’s campaign.
Delhi Capitals have had an inconsistent run, with four losses in their last six matches. Axar Patel’s side remains in the playoff race but must start winning again quickly. They defeated SRH earlier this season by seven wickets and will hope to repeat that result to keep their top-four hopes alive.
Both teams are loaded with match-winners, and with nothing to lose for SRH and everything at stake for DC, expect a fierce Monday night battle in Hyderabad.
📊 Match Details – SRH vs DC, Match 55, IPL 2025
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals |
| Date | Monday, May 5, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Live Broadcast | JioStar Network & JioHotstar App/Website |
🏟️ Pitch Report – Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
The pitch in Hyderabad has been a high-scoring one throughout IPL 2025, with an average scoring rate of 11.28 runs per over. Early movement for pacers fades quickly, making it a paradise for batters. Spinners have struggled, leaking over 10 runs per over. Given the conditions, teams winning the toss are expected to bowl first.
🧠 Expected First Innings Score: 190–210
📌 Chasing Advantage: High – Toss-winner likely to opt for bowling first
🔁 Head-to-Head Stats – SRH vs DC
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 25 |
| Matches Won by SRH | 13 |
| Matches Won by DC | 11 |
| Tied Matches | 1 |
| No Results | 0 |
| First-Ever Match | April 12, 2013 |
| Most Recent Match | March 30, 2025 |
🧢 Predicted Playing XIs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami
💥 Impact Player: Travis Head
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel (WK), Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Axar Patel (C), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar
💥 Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma
🌟 Probable Best Performers
⭐ Best Batter: Faf du Plessis (DC)
The seasoned opener is coming off a composed 62 in his last outing. With 165 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 134.14 this season, Faf remains a critical figure at the top. He could play a match-defining innings against SRH’s vulnerable bowling.
🔥 Best Bowler: Kuldeep Yadav (DC)
Kuldeep has been in excellent form with 12 wickets in 10 matches. His 3/22 against SRH earlier this season was instrumental in DC’s win, and he’ll be aiming for a repeat performance against the same opponents.
🔮 Today’s Match Prediction – Who Will Win SRH vs DC?
With both teams facing contrasting pressures, Delhi’s need for victory may give them the edge. However, SRH playing without pressure at home could spring a surprise. Still, DC’s deeper bowling unit and batting experience might tip the balance.
📌 Cricket Betting Tips Prediction: ✅ Delhi Capitals to win
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