SRH vs RR, IPL 2025 Highlights: Sunrisers Hyderabad crush Rajasthan Royals to start their campaign with a bang

After missing out on the Champions Trophy squad, Yashasvi Jaiswal will be determined to make a strong impact in IPL 2025. With his sights set on cementing a spot in India’s T20I lineup, expect an explosive start to his campaign.

Weather-wise, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are forecasted, but a complete washout seems unlikely. The match, starting at 3:30 PM IST, is expected to be played under partly cloudy skies with temperatures between 22°C and 34°C and humidity levels ranging from 61-78%.

Still recovering from an injury sustained in the last T20I against England, Sanju Samson hasn’t received full fitness clearance from the NCA. As a result, he will play only as a batter in the first three IPL matches for RR. In his absence, Riyan Parag will lead the Royals, facing a big challenge early in the season.

Rahul Dravid makes his long-awaited return to the IPL, this time as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals. After guiding India to a T20 World Cup victory last year, Dravid now sets his sights on adding an IPL title to his already impressive coaching resume.

CSK Predicted XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (WK), Sam Curran, R Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana

MI Predicted XI: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Raj Angad Bawa, Deepak Chahar, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Arjun Tendulkar

In 20 IPL encounters, SRH leads with 11 wins, while RR has secured 9 victories. Their rivalry dates back to April 24, 2013, with their last clash on May 24, 2024.

Fans are in for a treat as two of the best modern-day pacers, Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami, join forces for SRH. With Harshal Patel and Adam Zampa adding depth to the attack, SRH boasts one of the most formidable bowling lineups in the tournament.

Catch the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals clash live on the JioHotstar App and website. The match will also be broadcast on Star Sports Network and Network 18 TV channels in India at 3.30 PM.

Rain could play a role in today’s match as the Indian Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium pitch is batting-friendly, providing a solid platform for high scores. While pacers may extract some early bounce, the surface remains consistent throughout the match, favoring batters. Historically, chasing teams have thrived here, as pitch conditions do not change significantly over time.

Dew is not a major factor at this venue, and even when present, it does not heavily impact bowlers. To maintain balance, umpires usually provide a fresh ball from the 11th over, ensuring fair competition. This makes the stadium a high-scoring and competitive venue, where chasing teams often have the upper hand.

SRH: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Pat Cummins(c), Harshal Patel, Adam Zampa, Mohammed Shami, Rahul Chahar, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Zeeshan Ansari, Wiaan Mulder, Atharva Taide, Simarjeet Singh, Eshan Malinga, Aniket Verma.

RR: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag(c), Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel(w), Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kumar Kartikeya, Akash Madhwal, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Maheesh Theekshana, Kwena Maphaka, Ashok Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Kunal Singh Rathore

Get ready for more thrilling action! It’s only Day 2 of IPL 2025, and we’re already set for the season’s first double-header. Kicking things off, last year’s runner-up, Sunrisers Hyderabad, takes on Rajasthan Royals on their home turf.