Sunrisers Hyderabad face Delhi Capitals in Match 31 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at Hyderabad, with both teams looking to build momentum and strengthen their position on the points table. SRH enter with back-to-back wins, while DC aim to continue their resurgence after a thrilling victory.
Match details
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad
Date: April 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST | 7:00 PM PST | 2:30 PM GMT
Team overviews
Sunrisers Hyderabad have had a mixed campaign but are beginning to find form at the right time. After inconsistent results earlier in the season, they have bounced back with consecutive wins against Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings. With momentum on their side, SRH will be eager to register another win and solidify their position in the top four.
Delhi Capitals started strongly with two wins but lost momentum with back-to-back defeats. However, they bounced back impressively in their last match, where David Miller guided them to a thrilling last-over win against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. With renewed confidence, DC will look to maintain consistency moving forward.
Key players
Abhishek Sharma has been in explosive form this season, scoring 188 runs in six innings at a remarkable strike rate. His aggressive starts at the top can put immediate pressure on the opposition.
Lungi Ngidi has been effective with the ball, picking up seven wickets in five matches. His variations, especially in the death overs, make him a key weapon for Delhi Capitals.
Head-to-head record
Matches played: 26
Sunrisers Hyderabad wins: 13
Delhi Capitals wins: 11
Tied: 1
No result: 1
Sunrisers Hyderabad hold a slight edge in head-to-head encounters.
Pitch report
The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium generally offers a batting-friendly surface. However, recent matches have shown that disciplined bowling can also be effective. With chasing teams often enjoying success here, captains winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.
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, Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Harsh Dubey
Delhi Capitals (Captain: Axar Patel)
Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar
Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma
Probable match scenarios
If Sunrisers Hyderabad bat first, they are likely to target a score between 180 and 190, relying on their aggressive top order. Their bowlers will aim to defend with disciplined lines and variations.
If Delhi Capitals bat first, they could aim for 175 to 185, depending on how their middle order performs. Their bowlers will need to control SRH’s explosive top order early on.
The team batting first may have a slight edge, as suggested by recent match trends.
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
This contest appears evenly balanced, with both teams carrying momentum into the game. Sunrisers Hyderabad have the advantage of recent form, while Delhi Capitals possess match-winners capable of turning the game. It could come down to key moments, but SRH might hold a slight edge if their top order fires again.
