Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 36 of IPL 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Both teams are currently in the top four and fighting for strong playoff positions, making this a high-pressure contest.
RR have been strong this season with 5 wins in 7 matches, while SRH are coming with momentum after multiple wins in a row. One key factor that can impact this match is the toss, especially in Jaipur conditions where chasing has shown a slight advantage.
Match Details
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Indian Premier League 2026 |
| Match No. | 36 |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Date | April 25, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar, Star Sports Network |
RR vs SRH Toss Prediction
The toss is expected to play an important role in this match because of dew and chasing advantage in night games.
| Toss Stats | RR | SRH |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 22 | 22 |
| Wins | 9 | 13 |
Toss Insight
- Teams chasing have a slight edge at Jaipur
- Dew makes batting easier in the second innings
- Captains are likely to choose bowling first
Likely Toss Winner: Rajasthan Royals
Toss Decision Prediction:
The captain winning the toss is expected to bowl first.
What the Numbers Suggest About Toss
When RR Win the Toss
| Matches | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | 3 | 8 |
When RR Lose the Toss
| Matches | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | 6 | 5 |
Key Insights
- RR perform better when they lose the toss
- SRH have dominated recent matches regardless of toss
- Toss gives advantage, but match performance is more important
RR vs SRH Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | RR Won | SRH Won |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | 9 | 13 |
Key Insights
- SRH have won the last few matches consistently
- They defeated RR earlier this season by a big margin
- Momentum is currently with SRH
RR vs SRH Head-to-Head at Jaipur
| Matches | RR Won | SRH Won |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 2 |
What This Shows
- Equal record at Jaipur
- Home advantage exists but not dominant
- Match result depends on execution
RR vs SRH Pitch Report – Jaipur
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced to Batting Friendly |
| Pace Bowling | Early help with bounce |
| Spin Bowling | Important in middle overs |
| Dew Factor | High in second innings |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 180–195 |
| Chasing Advantage | Slight edge |
Pitch Insight
- Flat pitch with fast outfield
- Big scores possible
- Spinners and variation bowlers will be important
- Dew will make chasing easier
RR vs SRH Probable Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma
Impact Player: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (wk/c), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins, Harsh Dubey, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Liam Livingstone
Key Players to Watch
Rajasthan Royals
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – Consistent top-order batter
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – Explosive opener with high strike rate
- Jofra Archer – Key wicket-taker with pace and control
- Ravindra Jadeja – All-round contribution
Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Abhishek Sharma – In top form with aggressive batting
- Heinrich Klaasen – Dangerous finisher
- Pat Cummins – Leadership and bowling strength
- Eshan Malinga – Leading wicket-taker
RR vs SRH Match Prediction
Scenario 1: Rajasthan Royals Bat First
| Phase | Score |
|---|---|
| Powerplay | 60–75 |
| Total | 190–210 |
| Prediction | SRH slight edge |
Scenario 2: Sunrisers Hyderabad Bat First
| Phase | Score |
|---|---|
| Powerplay | 65–80 |
| Total | 200–220 |
| Prediction | SRH slight edge |
Match Prediction
Sunrisers Hyderabad look slightly stronger due to better recent form and consistent performances from key players. However, Rajasthan Royals have a strong batting unit and home support.
Win Probability
| Team | Winning Chance |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 45% |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 55% |
Prediction Summary
- Toss Prediction: Rajasthan Royals likely to win the toss
- Toss Decision: Bowl first
- Match Winner Prediction: Sunrisers Hyderabad slight favorites
- Pitch: Batting-friendly with dew advantage
- Key Players: Abhishek Sharma, Klaasen, Jaiswal, Archer
Cricket fans can expect a high-scoring and competitive match where toss, dew, and key player performances will decide the final result.
