NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will start as favourites against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their opening Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday. Armed with a balanced squad featuring powerful hitters like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen, SRH are well-equipped to post a massive total on the batting-friendly track. The return of all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy after injury adds more depth to their lineup.
Abhishek Sharma’s recent form is a significant boost, as he smashed 135 off just 54 balls against England in his last T20I appearance. With such explosive capabilities, SRH could potentially set the much-anticipated 300-run record if they bat first. Last season, they breached the 250-run mark thrice, including 287 against Royal Challengers Bangalore and 277 versus Mumbai Indians.
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Captain Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami lead SRH’s experienced pace attack, supported by spinner Adam Zampa. In contrast, Rajasthan Royals look underwhelming, especially without their captain Sanju Samson, who is nursing a finger injury. Riyan Parag will lead in Samson’s absence, but the Royals’ bowling lacks depth beyond Jofra Archer.
SRH dominated both encounters with RR last season, winning narrowly in the league stage and comfortably in Qualifier 2. With momentum and firepower on their side, SRH appear poised to continue their dominance.
SRH vs RR Match Time, Date, and Venue
Where will the SRH vs RR IPL 2025 match be played?
The match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take place at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
When is the SRH vs RR IPL 2025 match?
The highly anticipated clash is scheduled for Sunday, March 23.
What time does the SRH vs RR IPL 2025 match start?
The match will begin at 3:30 PM IST, with the toss at 3:00 PM IST.
Where to watch SRH vs RR IPL 2025 on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on the JioStar Network.
How to watch SRH vs RR IPL 2025 online?
Fans in India can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app.
SQUADS:
Sunrisers Hyderabad: Pat Cummins (c), Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma, Sachin Baby, Mohammed Shami, Adam Zampa, Aniket Verma, Abhinav Manohar, Rahul Chahar, Eshan Malinga, Harshal Patel, Kamindu Mendis, Wiaan Mulder, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Atharva Taide, Brydon Carse, Simarjeet Singh, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari.
Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (c), Sanju Samson, Shubham Dubey, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Rana, Kunal Singh Rathore, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Ashok Sharma, Tushar Deshpande, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kumar Kartikeya, Akash Madhwal, Kwena Maphaka, Sandeep Sharma, Maheesh Theekshana, Yudhvir Singh.
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