Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will look to build on their explosive start to IPL 2025 as they take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at home. SRH, led by Pat Cummins, registered a dominant victory in their last match against Rajasthan Royals, thanks to a stunning century from Ishan Kishan. Meanwhile, LSG, under Rishabh Pant’s leadership, suffered a heartbreaking one-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals in a high-scoring thriller.
With the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium producing run-fests, expect another high-scoring encounter with both teams boasting batting firepower. The toss could play a crucial role, with chasing teams likely to have an advantage under dewy conditions.
Match Details: SRH vs LSG
- Series: Indian Premier League 2025
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
- Date & Time: March 27, 07:30 PM IST
- Broadcast: Star Sports Network
- Live Stream: JioStar & JioHotstar
Pitch Report & Ground Details
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 70m square boundaries, 76m straight down the ground |
| Pitch Type | Flat batting track |
| Par Score | 200+ expected |
| Bowler Assistance | Minimal help; batters dominate |
| Last IPL Match | SRH vs RR – 528 runs scored in 40 overs |
| Toss Impact | Chasing teams have a slight advantage |
The conditions heavily favor batters, making it essential for teams to pack their line-ups with powerful hitters. Pacers who bowl well at the death and spinners with variations will be key.
Team Analysis
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH’s top order is firing on all cylinders, with Ishan Kishan and Travis Head setting the tone. Abhishek Sharma provides valuable all-round contributions, while Heinrich Klaasen remains a destructive force in the middle order. Pat Cummins leads the bowling attack, supported by Mohammed Shami and Harshal Patel.
Key Players:
- Ishan Kishan – Century in the last match, in top form.
- Travis Head – Explosive left-hander, scored 67 off 31 balls last game.
- Abhishek Sharma – Provides balance with bat and ball.
- Harshal Patel – Reliable death bowler.
- Adam Zampa – Key spinner on a track that offers some grip.
Probable XI:
- Abhishek Sharma
- Travis Head
- Ishan Kishan (wk)
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Aniket Verma
- Pat Cummins (c)
- Harshal Patel
- Mohammed Shami
- Simarjeet Singh
- Adam Zampa
- Impact Sub: Abhinav Manohar
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG will be eager to bounce back after their close loss to DC. Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh were the standout batters, while Ravi Bishnoi showed promise with the ball. However, their bowling unit, including Shardul Thakur and Avesh Khan, needs to improve its execution at the death.
Key Players:
- Nicholas Pooran – Scored 75 off 30 balls in the last game.
- Mitchell Marsh – Reliable top-order batter, aggressive stroke maker.
- Rishabh Pant – X-factor player, looking to find form post-injury.
- David Miller – Destructive finisher.
Probable XI:
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
- Nicholas Pooran
- David Miller
- Ayush Badoni
- Shahbaz Ahmed
- Shardul Thakur
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Avesh Khan
- Manimaran Siddharth
- Impact Player: Avesh Khan
SRH vs LSG Dream11 Team – Fantasy Tips
Wicketkeepers:
- Ishan Kishan (C) – In-form batter, scored a century in the last game.
- Nicholas Pooran (VC) – Explosive batter, can be a match-winner.
- Heinrich Klaasen – Capable of scoring big in quick time.
Batters:
- Travis Head – Aggressive opener, can take full advantage of powerplay.
- Aiden Markram – Can anchor the innings, decent against spin.
All-rounders:
- Abhishek Sharma (VC) – Left-hand batter and handy left-arm spinner.
- Mitchell Marsh – Provides power-hitting and can contribute with the ball.
- Nitish Kumar Reddy – Offers value as a lower-order hitter and occasional bowler.
Bowlers:
- Harshal Patel – Leading wicket-taker in IPL 2024, effective in death overs.
- Simarjeet Singh – Can trouble batters with variations and pace with the new ball.
- Adam Zampa – Key spinner who thrives on slightly dry tracks.
Captaincy & Vice-Captaincy Picks
- Captain Choices: Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, Nicholas Pooran
- Vice-Captain Choices: Travis Head, Adam Zampa, Mitchell Marsh
Match Prediction
SRH, playing at home and coming off a dominant victory, have the momentum. However, LSG possess the firepower to spring a surprise. If LSG can tighten their bowling in the death overs, they can make it a close contest. That said, SRH start as slight favorites given their batting depth and form.
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