IPL 2026: Eliminator, SRH vs RR Match Prediction

Sunrisers Hyderabad to Face Rajasthan Royals in IPL Eliminator

The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set to clash with the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Eliminator of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on Wednesday, May 27. The winner of this high-stakes game will earn a chance to compete in the final in Ahmedabad on Sunday against the losing team of Qualifier 1.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals Rivalry

SRH and RR have faced off twice this season, with SRH emerging victorious in both encounters. The Sunrisers secured a convincing 57-run win in Hyderabad and followed it up with a five-wicket triumph in Jaipur towards the end of April. Now, the Sunrisers are eyeing their second IPL final in three years and hope to clinch their first title since 2016. On the other hand, RR last made it to the final in 2022, where they were defeated by the Gujarat Titans. The Royals have been seeking their first IPL triumph since their inaugural win in 2008.

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh is known to heavily favor batsmen, with teams batting first posting scores exceeding 250. Additionally, there have been instances where totals over 220 have been successfully chased down this season. The ground’s shorter boundaries and quick outfield make it a paradise for batsmen.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals Predicted Lineups

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora, Smaran Ravichandran, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Shivang Kumar, Eshan Malinga, Sakib Hussain (Impact Player: Travis Head)

Rajasthan Royals (RR): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Yash Raj Punja, Brijesh Sharma (Impact Player: Ravindra Jadeja)

Key Players to Watch Out For

Probable Best Batter: Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan has been a standout performer for SRH this season, particularly against RR with outstanding scores of 91 and 74 in their previous encounters. The left-handed captain has amassed 569 runs in the tournament at an impressive average of 40.64.

Probable Best Bowler: Jofra Archer

Jofra Archer has been a key player for RR, picking up four wickets against SRH this season. The England international’s bowling prowess has been crucial in guiding his team to the playoffs, with a total of 21 wickets in IPL 2026.

Today’s Match Prediction: The chasing team is favored to win the match.

With both teams eager to secure a spot in the final, the SRH vs RR Eliminator promises to be an intense showdown filled with thrilling cricket action. Fans can expect a high-scoring affair at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium as the two teams battle it out for IPL glory.