Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 31 of IPL 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad on April 21 at 7:30 PM IST.
SRH come into this match with mixed results at home this season, having registered one win and one loss. They produced a dominant performance in their last game at this venue, posting a massive total and securing a convincing victory.
Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, will be looking to take advantage of the balanced conditions at Hyderabad and improve their record against SRH in what has historically been a closely contested rivalry.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Pitch Report for SRH vs DC, IPL 2026
The pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium offers a balanced surface with something for both batters and bowlers. Early in the innings, batters can play their shots freely, but the pitch tends to slow down as the game progresses.
The two matches played here in IPL 2026 highlight this balance. One game saw a successful chase of 160, while the other featured a dominant 200+ total being defended comfortably.
Spinners and bowlers using variations can be effective in the middle overs, while batters who settle in can still score big runs.
SRH vs DC Head-to Head Record at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
|
Match No. |
Date |
Winner |
Margin |
|
1 |
Apr 24, 2023 |
Delhi Capitals |
6 wickets |
|
2 |
Apr 14, 2019 |
Delhi Capitals |
39 runs |
|
3 |
May 5, 2018 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
9 wickets |
|
4 |
Apr 19, 2017 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
15 runs |
|
5 |
May 11, 2016 |
Delhi Capitals |
7 wickets |
|
6 |
May 3, 2013 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
1 run |
Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals have faced each other 6 times at this venue, with both teams winning 3 matches each, making it a perfectly balanced contest.
What Happened in the Recent IPL Matches at Hyderabad?
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has hosted two IPL 2026 matches so far, producing contrasting outcomes.
In the first match, Sunrisers Hyderabad scored 156/9, but Lucknow Super Giants chased the target successfully with 160/5 in 19.5 overs, thanks to a match-winning knock from Rishabh Pant.
In the most recent match, Sunrisers Hyderabad posted a massive 216/6 and defeated Rajasthan Royals by 57 runs. The bowling unit dominated as RR were bowled out for 159, highlighting the impact of bowlers on this surface.
Rajiv Gandhi Stadium: Key Stats (IPL 2026)
|
Metric |
Value |
|
Matches |
2 |
|
Bat 1st Won |
1 |
|
Bat 2nd Won |
1 |
|
Highest Total |
216/6 (SRH vs RR) |
|
Lowest Total |
156/9 (SRH vs LSG) |
|
Highest Target Chased |
160 |
|
200+ Totals |
1 |
|
Venue Trend |
Balanced |
Key Insights for SRH vs DC Match
- The venue has shown balanced results with one win each for batting first and chasing teams
- A score of 160 may not be safe, as chasing teams have succeeded
- The pitch is capable of producing high scores, as seen in the 200+ total
- Bowlers, especially in the middle overs, can play a crucial role
Final Verdict
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. While batters can score freely early on, bowlers come into play as the match progresses.
With both teams having an equal record at this venue and recent matches showing varied outcomes, the SRH vs DC clash is expected to be competitive, with conditions not heavily favouring either side.