A thrilling contest is set to unfold as Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 36 of IPL 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on Saturday, April 25.
Match Preview
Rajasthan Royals have been in excellent form this season, winning five out of their seven matches so far. Under the leadership of Riyan Parag, the team looks well-balanced and confident. Playing their first home game of the season in Jaipur, RR will be eager to continue their winning momentum and strengthen their position in the points table.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, meanwhile, will be boosted by the return of their skipper Pat Cummins, who is back after missing the first half of the tournament due to workload management. SRH had already defeated RR earlier this season, and they will aim to replicate that performance and gain a psychological edge.
With both teams carrying strong momentum and match-winners in their squads, fans can expect an exciting encounter.
Match Details
• Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Match 36, IPL 2026
• Date & Time: Saturday, April 25, 7:30 PM (IST)
• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Broadcast: JioStar Network Channels, JioHotstar (App & Website)
Pitch Report – Jaipur
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium is expected to offer a batting-friendly surface with a fast outfield and relatively shorter boundaries. Batters are likely to enjoy stroke play, making it a high-scoring venue.
Chasing teams are expected to have an advantage, as conditions tend to improve under lights. The captain winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first.
Head-to-Head Record
• Matches Played: 22
• RR Won: 9
• SRH Won: 13
• Tied/No Result: 0
Predicted Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma
Impact Player: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (WK), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Shivang Kumar, Harsh Dubey, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Salil Arora
Probable Best Performers
Best Batter: Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma is coming off a शानदार century in the previous match and looks in top form. His aggressive approach at the top could be crucial on a batting-friendly Jaipur pitch.
Best Bowler: Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer has regained his rhythm and has been effective in controlling the flow of runs. His pace and accuracy make him a key weapon against SRH’s strong batting lineup.
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Considering the pitch conditions and recent trends, this match is expected to be a high-scoring contest with chasing advantage.
Prediction:
Team batting second to win
Rajasthan Royals have the edge due to their current form and home advantage, but Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strong lineup and the return of Pat Cummins make them a serious contender.
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