Sunrisers Hyderabad face Chennai Super Kings in Match 27 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at Hyderabad, with both teams aiming to build momentum as the tournament progresses. SRH come in with confidence after a strong win, while CSK are looking to continue their comeback.
Match details
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Date: April 18, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST | 7:00 PM PST | 2:00 PM GMT
Team overviews
Sunrisers Hyderabad have shown flashes of brilliance this season. After an inconsistent start, they bounced back with a strong performance in their previous match, with new players stepping up. Their bowling unit, in particular, looks promising when it executes well.
Chennai Super Kings have recovered after a slow start to the season. With a couple of wins under their belt, they are gaining confidence. Their experienced core, combined with in-form batters, makes them a dangerous side as the tournament progresses.
Key players
Sanju Samson has returned to top form, scoring heavily in recent matches, including a century earlier in the tournament. His aggressive approach at the top will be crucial for CSK.
Harsh Dubey has been one of the most economical bowlers for SRH this season. His ability to control runs and pick wickets against strong batting lineups makes him a key player in this clash.
Head-to-head record
Matches played: 22
Sunrisers Hyderabad wins: 7
Chennai Super Kings wins: 15
Chennai Super Kings hold a clear advantage in past encounters.
Pitch report
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium offers a batting-friendly surface, but recent matches have shown that disciplined bowling can make a big impact. Scores are generally high, and chasing teams often have the edge.
Probable playing XIs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (Captain: Ishan Kishan)
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (c), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora (wk), Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Sakib Hussain
Chennai Super Kings (Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad)
Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh
Impact Player: Mukesh Choudhary
Probable match scenarios
If Sunrisers Hyderabad bat first, they could target a score between 240 and 250, given their aggressive batting lineup. Their bowlers will need to strike early to defend such a total.
If Chennai Super Kings bat first, they are likely to aim for 230 to 240, relying on their top-order firepower. Their bowlers will focus on controlling the middle overs.
The chasing team is likely to have an advantage at this venue.
Live streaming and broadcast
India: JioStar Network channels, JioHotstar app and website
Pakistan: Tapmad TV, local sports broadcasters
United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Go app
Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
Global: Official IPL broadcast partners and streaming platforms
Match prediction
Both teams appear evenly matched heading into this contest. Sunrisers Hyderabad have momentum on their side, while Chennai Super Kings bring experience and form into the game. Given the conditions and recent trends, the team chasing is likely to have the upper hand in what promises to be a high-scoring thriller.
