Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match No. 31 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
SRH currently sit fourth on the points table with six points. They began their campaign with a loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru but bounced back against Kolkata Knight Riders. However, inconsistent results followed, including a narrow defeat to Lucknow Super Giants and another loss to Punjab Kings. Recently, though, they have found momentum with back-to-back wins over Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, and will be aiming to secure their fourth win of the season.
Meanwhile, DC had a strong start with two consecutive victories before slipping with back-to-back defeats. They bounced back impressively in their latest outing against RCB, where David Miller sealed a thrilling last-over win. Riding high on that momentum, DC will look to carry their resurgence forward in this clash.
SRH vs DC Match Details
| Match | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals, Match 31, IPL 2026 |
| Date and Time | Tuesday, April 21, 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Broadcast and Live-streaming | JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad Pitch Report
The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad is generally known for being a batting-friendly venue. However, the recent clash between SRH and CSK showed that bowlers can also have a significant impact when they maintain disciplined lines and lengths. With conditions often allowing teams to chase successfully, captains winning the toss are likely to prefer bowling first, making it the more practical choice at this venue.
SRH vs DC Head to Head T20 Record
| Matches Played | 26 |
| Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad | 13 |
| Won by Delhi Capitals | 11 |
| Tied | 01 |
| No Result | 01 |
| First-ever Fixture | Aprill 12, 2013 (SRH Won) |
| Most-recent Fixture | May 05, 2025 (No Result) |
SRH vs DC Predicted Playing XIs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (c), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora (wk), Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Harsh Dubey
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar
Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma
SRH vs DC Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma could be the key batter for Sunrisers Hyderabad in this clash. The opener has scored 188 runs in six innings at a staggering strike rate of 229.26, showcasing his explosive form. His aggressive approach at the top, alongside Travis Head, will be crucial for SRH. The left-hander is known for taking on bowlers right from the outset, often putting the opposition under immediate pressure with his attacking stroke play.
Probable Best Bowler: Lungi Ngidi
Lungi Ngidi could be the key bowler in this clash. The South African pacer has taken seven wickets in five matches, proving his effectiveness. His variations, especially the slower deliveries, are difficult to read, often forcing batters into mistakes. If he executes his plans well, his four-over spell could play a crucial role in tightening the grip on the opposition.
