Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set to take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 55th match of IPL 2025. The game will be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, which is the home ground of Sunrisers Hyderabad. The match will start at 7:30 PM.
SRH’s Struggles Continue
So far, SRH have had a poor season. They’ve managed just three wins in ten matches. With playoff hopes all but gone, Pat Cummins and his squad have little left to play for except pride. In their last game, Gujarat Titans beat them by 38 runs in a high-scoring contest at Ahmedabad.
SRH have failed to click as a unit. Their top-order batters and fast bowlers have struggled to perform consistently. However, without the pressure of qualification, they can now play freely and try to spoil the party for other teams. This match gives them a chance to entertain home fans and fight back.
DC Face Must-Win Scenario
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals have hit a rough patch. They have lost four of their last six matches. As the league enters a crucial stage, Axar Patel and his team must regroup. They need to win this game to stay in the playoff race.
Earlier this season, DC defeated SRH by seven wickets. That victory will give them confidence heading into this fixture.
DC started their campaign with four straight wins. But recently, they’ve struggled and now sit at 12 points. They’ve only won twice in their last six games. With playoff spots tightly contested, even 18 points may not be enough this year.
Delhi Will Be Glad to Be Away from Home
DC will breathe a sigh of relief to be out of Delhi. It’s not just the heat or pollution — the slow pitch at their home venue hasn’t suited them. Their away record is better. They’ve won three of their four away games, including two victories in Visakhapatnam and a thrilling Super Over finish in Delhi.
Home Advantage May Not Help SRH Much
Though SRH return home, the pitches in Hyderabad haven’t brought them much joy. In fact, only Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians, and Punjab Kings have a better home record this season. SRH's form at home has been shaky, and they too have expressed concerns about the nature of the surfaces.
Team Preferences
Both SRH and DC prefer flat pitches that allow big scores. However, DC have an edge because of Kuldeep Yadav, their star spinner. Mathematically, SRH are still in the race, but even if they win all remaining games, they can only get to 14 points. Two teams have already crossed that mark, and two others sit on 14. So SRH are technically still alive but realistically out. With nothing to lose, they could become a dangerous side — especially when they play without pressure.
Pitch Report
The pitches at Hyderabad have shown mixed behavior. One game, especially against Mumbai Indians, had a slower surface. But other matches turned into high-scoring affairs. As a result, teams winning the toss will likely choose to bowl first.
Weather Report
AccuWeather predicts hot conditions at the start of the game, around 35°C. The temperature is expected to drop to 29°C by the end. Humidity will range between 25% and 41%. The sky should remain clear, and there’s almost no chance of rain.
Probable Playing XI's
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 Sub: 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 Sub: Ashutosh Sharma