Today, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will clash in an IPL 2025 encounter. This match holds immense significance for both teams, especially for Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are currently struggling in the season.
Sports News: The 27th match of IPL 2025 will be played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings. This encounter will commence at 7:30 PM at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Sunrisers Hyderabad have faced defeat in their last four matches and are languishing at the bottom of the points table. On the other hand, Punjab Kings arrive in Hyderabad after winning their last match, placing them fifth in the points table with 3 wins from 4 matches.
Sunrisers Hyderabad will be determined to break their losing streak and improve their position on the points table. The team will be relying on its key players to make a b comeback. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings will aim to continue their impressive performance and secure another victory to solidify their position.
Pitch Report
The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium pitch is generally considered to be batting-friendly. High scores are expected, as seen in the season's first match where Hyderabad scored 286/6. However, in subsequent matches, the pitch has shown variations, resulting in lower scores.
The average first innings score at this ground is 165 runs, while the average score while chasing is 154 runs. Winning the toss and electing to bat first might be advantageous, as maintaining scoreboard pressure will be crucial.
Weather Impact
The weather in Hyderabad today is expected to be hot, with no likelihood of rain. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature will be around 34 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature will be around 28 degrees Celsius. Players might also face some humidity during the match, which could affect their performance. Players will need to focus on their fitness and gameplay in this weather.
SRH vs PBKS Head-to-Head Statistics
In IPL history, a total of 23 matches have been played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings. Sunrisers Hyderabad have won 16 of these matches, while Punjab Kings have managed only 7 victories. Notably, at Hyderabad's home ground, SRH has won 8 out of 9 matches, with Punjab winning only once. Despite this head-to-head record, Punjab Kings' b current form makes them a formidable opponent for any team.
The pitch and weather conditions during today's match could make for an exciting contest, with batsmen potentially enjoying favorable conditions. However, the humidity and heat will present a mental challenge as well. This will be a crucial match for both teams, potentially leading to significant changes in the points table.
SRH vs PBKS Probable Playing XI
Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Ankit Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami, and Simarjeet Singh/Jaydev Unadkat.
Punjab Kings: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh, and Yuzvendra Chahal.
