April 6, 2025 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Match Overview
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Gujarat Titans (GT) lock horns in Match 19 of IPL 2025 at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. SRH, languishing at the bottom of the table with just one win in four matches, face an uphill battle against GT, who are riding high on two consecutive wins 18. The Titans, led by Shubman Gill, aim to solidify their playoff credentials, while SRH’s Pat Cummins seeks to revive his team’s faltering campaign.
Team Form and Key Concerns
- SRH: After a record-breaking 286-run start, SRH’s aggressive batting approach has crumbled, with subsequent scores of 190, 163, and 120. Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen have struggled for consistency, while the bowling unit (economy rates above 12) has failed to contain opponents 56.
- GT: Sai Sudharsan (186 runs in 3 matches) and Shubman Gill anchor a strong top order, supported by finishers like Sherfane Rutherford. However, Kagiso Rabada’s absence (personal reasons) weakens their pace attack, with Gerald Coetzee or Glenn Phillips likely as replacements 17.
Head-to-Head Record
GT dominates SRH historically, winning 3 of 5 encounters (1 win for SRH, 1 no-result). The Titans have won their last three meetings, including a 34-run victory in 2023 68.
Pitch and Weather Report
- Pitch: A batting paradise with flat tracks and short boundaries. Average scores exceed 200, and chasing teams have a 56% win rate. Spinners may find slight assistance as the game progresses 78.
- Weather: Scorching heat (38°C at start, ~30°C by evening) with no rain forecast. Dew could favor chasing teams 58.
Predicted Playing XIs
SRH: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Nitish Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami, Simarjeet Singh, Adam Zampa (Impact Sub: Zeeshan Ansari) 29.
GT: Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Sherfane Rutherford (Impact Sub: Arshad Khan) 27.
Key Players to Watch
- Sai Sudharsan (GT): In sublime form (186 runs, 2 fifties) and crucial for GT’s starts 7.
- Travis Head (SRH): Aggressive opener with a half-century in SRH’s first game; pivotal for a strong Powerplay 18.
- Rashid Khan (GT): Despite a slow start, his familiarity with Hyderabad’s conditions makes him a threat 39.
- Harshal Patel (SRH): Purple Cap winner in 2024; a wicket-taker who can exploit death overs 38.
Dream11 Tips
- Captaincy Picks: Shubman Gill (GT) or Travis Head (SRH) 18.
- Differential Picks: Sherfane Rutherford (GT, 15–20 ball cameos), Rashid Khan (GT, low ownership), Harshal Patel (SRH) 3.
- Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler (GT) and Heinrich Klaasen (SRH) for explosive finishes 8.
Match Prediction
GT holds the edge due to superior form and SRH’s inconsistent batting. If SRH bats first, they might post 240+, but GT’s balanced attack could restrict them. Verdict: GT to win if they chase; SRH’s best chance lies in batting first and leveraging home conditions
