Rajasthan Royals take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 36 of IPL 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Both teams arrive in strong form, setting up a high-scoring and closely contested encounter.
Match details
Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Date: April 25, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST | 7:00 PM PST | 2:00 PM GMT
Team overviews
Rajasthan Royals, led by Riyan Parag, have been one of the most consistent teams this season with five wins in seven matches. Playing their first home game of the season, they will look to capitalize on familiar conditions and continue their strong run as they push for a top spot.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, captained by Pat Cummins, receive a major boost with the return of their skipper. After missing the first half of the tournament, Cummins’ presence adds balance and leadership to the squad. SRH will aim to build momentum and climb higher in the standings.
Key players
For Rajasthan Royals, the spotlight will be on Jofra Archer, who has regained his rhythm and has been instrumental in controlling the flow of runs. His ability to strike at key moments makes him a crucial figure against a strong SRH batting lineup.
Sunrisers Hyderabad will rely heavily on Abhishek Sharma, who comes into the match on the back of a sensational century. His aggressive approach at the top can provide SRH with a rapid start and put pressure on the opposition early.
Other key contributors include explosive batters like Travis Head and reliable finishers in both lineups.
Head-to-head record
Sunrisers Hyderabad have the upper hand historically, winning 13 out of 22 matches against Rajasthan Royals, while RR have secured nine victories. SRH also won the most recent encounter earlier in April 2026.
Pitch report
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium is expected to produce a batting-friendly surface. The fast outfield and shorter boundaries make it ideal for stroke play, while the flat pitch ensures consistent bounce. High-scoring matches are likely, and chasing teams are expected to have an advantage.
Probable playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR) – Captain: Riyan Parag
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Brijesh Sharma, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma
Impact Player: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – Captain: Pat Cummins
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (c), Shivang Kumar, Harsh Dubey, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Salil Arora
Probable match scenarios
A run-fest is expected, with powerplay scores potentially reaching 65 to 80. Rajasthan could aim for totals around 225 to 235, while Sunrisers may target 220 to 230. The team winning the toss is likely to bowl first, considering the chasing advantage at this venue.
Live streaming and broadcast
India: JioStar Network channels, JioHotstar app and website
Pakistan: JioHotstar app and website (digital access), local sports broadcasters as available
UK: Official IPL broadcast partners on television and streaming services
Australia: Official sports networks and streaming platforms covering IPL
Global: JioHotstar and official IPL broadcast partners depending on region
Match prediction
This contest appears evenly matched, with both teams boasting strong batting lineups and impactful bowlers. Rajasthan Royals hold a slight edge due to their current form and home advantage, but Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strengthened squad with Pat Cummins’ return adds balance and confidence. The chasing team is likely to win, and the match could go down to the wire.
