The IPL 2025 excitement is reaching its final stages, with every match becoming a do-or-die affair for the teams. In this context, today witnesses an interesting clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC).
SRH vs DC: IPL 2025's 55th match presents a thrilling encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC). This match will be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, starting at 7:30 PM. Currently, Axar Patel-led Delhi Capitals are in a comfortable position, having won 6 out of 10 matches, securing 12 points and placing them fifth in the points table.
Delhi aims to secure a playoff berth with a victory in this match. On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad's situation is concerning; they've won only 3 out of 10 matches, leaving them with 6 points.
A Do-or-Die Match for Hyderabad
Under Axar Patel's captaincy, Delhi Capitals will strive for victory, not only to maintain their playoff hopes but also to break their two-match losing streak. Delhi has won 6 out of 10 matches, accumulating 12 points and holding the fifth position in the points table.
Conversely, Hyderabad's performance has been extremely disappointing. With only 3 wins out of 10, they are almost out of the playoff race. However, playing at home, they will attempt a comeback, making the path for Delhi challenging.
Hyderabad Pitch
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium pitch is considered a balanced, batting-friendly track. While fast bowlers might find some initial movement, the pitch becomes easier for batsmen as the game progresses.
- Average first innings score: 163 runs
- Recent matches have witnessed high scores—in 2025, SRH scored 286/6 against RR.
Fast bowlers have generally enjoyed more success here, especially after the powerplay. The pitch offers less assistance to spinners, though they can still pick up wickets with accurate bowling.
Pitch and Toss Dynamics: A Statistical Glance
Statistics reveal the significance of the toss at this venue.
- Total matches played: 82
- Wins batting first: 35
- Wins chasing: 47
- Teams winning the toss and the match: 31
- Teams losing the toss and winning the match: 51
This data indicates that winning the toss isn't a guarantee of victory, but chasing teams possess a slight advantage on this pitch. The effect of dew in the second innings is also observed, making it difficult for bowlers to grip the ball.
SRH vs DC: Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record between the two teams is closely contested:
- Total matches: 25
- Matches won by SRH: 13
- Matches won by DC: 12
At the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, both teams have clashed 6 times, with Hyderabad and Delhi winning 3 matches each.
Probable Playing 11 for SRH vs DC
Delhi Capitals: Faf du Plessis, Abhishek Porel (wicket-keeper), KL Rahul, Axar Patel (captain), Tristan Stubbs, Viprat Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera, and Mukesh Kumar.
Impact Player - Ashutosh Sharma
Sunrisers Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wicket-keeper), Ankit Verma, Pat Cummins (captain), Kamindu Mendis, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Jishan Ansari, and Mohammed Shami.
Impact Player - Travis Head
