The Rajasthan Royals (RR) are set to play against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Jaipur on April 25. RR has a solid home record and has been winning regularly. On the other hand, SRH managed to defeat RR earlier in the season and has some powerful hitters. The pitch is favorable for both batsmen and spinners but the dew at night makes it easier to chase down scores. Here’s the detailed analysis of this RR vs SRH match prediction.
Match Preview
| Detail | Information |
| Match | Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) |
| Date | April 25, 2026 |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Capacity | ~ 24,000 seats |
| RR Captain | Riyan Parag |
| SRH Captain | Pat cummins |
| Ticketing | Available via BookMyShow, District by Zomato and official franchise websites |
| Broadcast & Streaming (India) | Star Sports Network and JioHotstar (digital) |
| International Broadcast | Willow TV (USA/Canada), Sky Sports (UK/NZ), Fox Cricket (Australia), SuperSport (South Africa), ICC.tv (select regions) |
In Match 36, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face off against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on April 25. RR under the captaincy of Riyan Parag is looking for payback after SRH defeated them by 57 runs earlier this season. Pat Cummins’ SRH team is on a winning streak with three consecutive victories. Both teams have powerful hitters and skilled bowlers making this matchup vital for playoff positions and it could come down to the last few overs.
Pitch, Ground & Weather Conditions
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur has shifted towards being batting-friendly though bowlers still have their moments.
- Boundaries are moderate (64-72m square and 67-75m straight), so placement and running matter as much as power hitting.
- Average first‑innings scores are around 175-180 runs with totals above 185 often competitive.
- Fast bowlers can use swing and seam early while spinners remain effective in the middle overs.
- Weather will be hot but dry, starting around 35-39°C and cooling to 28-35°C later.
- Clear skies, low humidity (17–35%) and dew will make bowling conditions tougher.
Head-to-Head IPL Stats (H2H)
| Head to Head Metric | SRH | RR |
| Matches Played | 22 | 22 |
| Wins | 13 | 9 |
| Losses | 9 | 13 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 |
Out of the 22 matches, Sunrisers Hyderabad have won 13 while Rajasthan Royals have won 9 matches. For a deeper breakdown of their head-to-head record and match details, check out the RR vs SRH Head to Head.
Players to Watch Out
The Jaipur showdown promises fireworks with star performers and young talents ready to change the game.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) – Key Players
| Player | Reason |
| Jofra Archer | Wicket-taker in both Powerplay and death overs. |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder and lethal on slow tracks. |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Aggressive opener and explosive powerplay batting. |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Teenage sensation and fearless in powerplay. |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Leg-spinner specialist and crucial in middle overs. |
| Dhruv Jurel | Reliable middle-order hitter and strong finisher. |
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – Key Players
| Player | Reason |
| Pat Cummins (C) | Skipper returns from injury, leadership and death bowling. |
| Abhishek Sharma | Explosive opener and fearless batting in the powerplay. |
| Travis Head | Aggressive top-order batter. |
| Ishan Kishan | Explosive opener who consistently delivers quick runs. |
| Heinrich Klaasen | Middle-order anchor and reliable finisher. |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | Provide stability in middle order and effective bowling spells. |
Match Prediction – Who Will Win RR vs SRH IPL Match?
The Rajasthan Royals depend on their explosive openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and the young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. They also have a strong pace-spin combination with Jofra Archer and Ravi Bishnoi while Ravindra Jadeja provides some balance. However, their middle order is a bit unstable and choosing overseas players might be challenging. On the flip side, Sunrisers Hyderabad boasts the league’s most formidable batting lineup featuring Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan. They are supported by death-bowling experts Eshan Malinga and Pat Cummins. Their vulnerabilities include occasional collapses if the top order fails, spin being neutralized by dew and concerns about Cummins’ fitness after his injury. The toss will play a crucial role as teams chasing have a significant advantage when dew is present.
Prediction: Sunrisers Hyderabad are narrowly favored to win but if Rajasthan Royals post good total and Jofra Archer strikes early, the game could swing either way.
