Sunrisers Hyderabad will take on Delhi Capitals in Match 31 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
SRH are currently fourth on the points table with six points. They have registered wins against Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings to strengthen their position. Riding on this momentum, they will aim to secure their fourth victory of the season.
Meanwhile, DC sit fifth on the table, also with six points. They have defeated Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru so far. Coming off a thrilling win in their last match, DC will look to carry that momentum forward in this encounter.
Pitch Report
The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium has traditionally favoured teams batting first, but that trend has shifted in recent seasons with pitches becoming noticeably flatter. The surface can slow down as the game progresses, often offering good bounce and carry early on. At its best, the ball comes nicely onto the bat, allowing stroke play with ease. However, when conditions deteriorate, spongy bounce can creep in, making shot-making more challenging for batters.
IPL Stats and Records at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
| Matches Played |
86 |
| Matches Won Batting First |
37 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 47 |
| Matches With No Result | 01 |
| Matches Tied | 01 |
| Average First Innings Score | 163 |
| Highest Team Total | 286 |
| Highest Total Successfully Chased | 246 |
Strategies and match-ups
Sunrisers Hyderabad are in good rhythm, with youngsters Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain impressing in their debut and carrying that form into the game against Chennai Super Kings. With their batting unit firing consistently, SRH will be aiming to secure another victory.
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals have often found themselves in closely contested matches. Their losses to Gujarat Titans and CSK were narrow, while their recent win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru came in a last-over thriller. Going forward, DC will look to close out games more comfortably rather than relying on tight finishes.
Historically, the two sides have faced each other 26 times, with SRH winning 13 matches and DC claiming 11 victories. With both teams level on points this season, they will be eager to maintain their winning momentum in this evenly poised contest.
