Sunrisers Hyderabad will face Punjab Kings in a reverse fixture on May 6 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in the Indian Premier League 2026.
SRH currently sit third on the points table with six wins from 10 matches. Having lost the earlier encounter against PBKS, they will be eager to bounce back and settle the score. However, a recent defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders means they need a quick turnaround to regain momentum.
On the other hand, PBKS are at the top of the table with six wins in nine matches. Despite their strong position, back-to-back losses against Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans have slightly dented their rhythm. They will be keen to return to winning ways and register their seventh victory of the season.
SRH vs PBKS: Match Details
| Match | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings, Match 49, IPL 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Wednesday, May 06, 7:30 PM |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad: Pitch Report
The surface at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is generally known to favor batters, with the ball coming nicely onto the bat, allowing for free-flowing stroke play and high scores. However, bowlers can still find success if they maintain disciplined lines and lengths. The previous match being a day game saw slightly different behavior from the pitch. In a night fixture, conditions are likely to change, dew could play a role, making batting easier in the second innings.
SRH vs PBKS: Head-to-Head T20 record
| Matches Played | 25 |
| Won by SRH | 08 |
| Won by PBKS | 17 |
| Tied | – |
| No Result | – |
| First-ever fixture | April 19, 2013 (SRH Won) |
| Most recent fixture | April 11, 2026 (PBKS Won) |
SRH vs PBKS: Predicted Playing XIs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (WK), Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Salil Arora, Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (C), Shivang Kumar, Harshal Patel, Sakib Husain
Impact Player: Eshan Malinga
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (C), Marcus Stoinis, Suryansh Shedge, Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact Player: Vijaykumar Vyshak
SRH vs PBKS: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma could be the key batter in this clash. He has been in outstanding form, scoring 440 runs in 10 innings at an impressive average of 48.89. Given the batting-friendly conditions at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, his aggressive approach at the top can set the tone for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Probable Best Bowler: Eshan Malinga
Eshan Malinga could prove to be the key bowler in this clash. With 15 wickets in 10 matches, he has been a consistent performer and a genuine wicket-taking option. On a batting-friendly surface like the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, his ability to strike at crucial moments can shift momentum. If he delivers a tight and impactful spell, he could play a decisive role in guiding his team toward victory.
