IPL 2026: SRH vs RCB Match Prediction, Match 67 - Who will win today’s IPL match between Hyderabad and Bengaluru?
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Who will win today’s IPL match between Hyderabad and Bengaluru? (Source: BCCI/IPL)
Published - 21 May 2026, 11:15 PM• Read time - 12 mins
The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) encounter is more than just another fixture. It is an opportunity for both sides to secure a place in the top two and, more importantly, to earn the cushion of a second chance should they falter in the IPL playoffs.
For SRH, the setting could not be more ideal. The match unfolds in Hyderabad, and the home advantage is twofold: the energy of their own crowd and the remarkable record of not losing a night game at this ground.
RCB, meanwhile, arrive with baggage. Three of their four defeats this season have come away from home, underlining their vulnerability on the road. While they did overcome SRH in the curtain‑raiser, that result now feels like a distant memory. SRH have since grown into a far stronger, more balanced outfit, well‑equipped to counter the threat posed by RCB’s powerful lineup.
For SRH, it is a chance to reinforce their dominance at home. For RCB, it is a test of resilience in hostile territory with the playoffs just around the corner.
SRH vs RCB Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Friday, April 22 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 67 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 89 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 39 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 49 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 167 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 156 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 286/6 (20) by SRH vs RR, 2025 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 80/10 (19.1) by DC vs SRH, 2013 |
| Highest Score Chased | 246 [247/2 in 18.3 overs] by SRH vs PBKS, 2025 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 126 by SRH vs PWI, 2013 |
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Average | Good |
| Bounce | Good | Decent | Decent |
| Movement | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Above average |
| Best Phase | Middle overs | With new ball | Middle Overs |
SRH vs RCB Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 26 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 14 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 12 |
SRH vs RCB Predicted Playing 11 with Impact sub
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora, R Smaran, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (c), Shivang Kumar, Eshan Malinga, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam, Josh Hazlewood, Jacob Duffy
Players to watch out for in SRH vs RCB
Heinrich Klaasen (SRH):
Heinrich Klaasen is in a rich vein of form. Despite being a middle-order batter he is one of the strong contenders for the orange cap this season, which just tells you how consistent he has been in terms of his returns with the bat. Expect him to do the yet again for SRH on Friday.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB):
If there's one bowler whom you could trust on any given day this IPL season, then it has to be RCB's lead pacer, Bhuvneshwar Kumar. He is the leading wicket-taker of this edition. Bhuvneshwar played 11 seasons for SRH before joining RCB and therefore nobody can have a better understanding of them than the lad from Meerut himself. He would be expected to utilise that knowledge to good effect.
Today's Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
