Rajasthan Royals (RR) host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 36 of IPL 2026 on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, starting at 7:30 PM IST. This is RR’s first home match in Jaipur this season after playing three home games in Guwahati.
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Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
25 April 2026 07:30 PM
For your Dream11 team, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the safest captain pick as the tournament’s top run-scorer, while Abhishek Sharma (coming off a stunning 135* vs DC) works perfectly as vice-captain on Jaipur’s batting-friendly surface.
RR vs SRH Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | RR vs SRH, IPL 2026 Match 36 |
| Date | Saturday, April 25, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| RR Captain | Riyan Parag |
| SRH Captain | Ishan Kishan (stand-in) |
| Head-to-Head | SRH leads 12-9 in 21 matches |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for RR vs SRH IPL 2026 Match 36
RR vs SRH Match 36 Weather Reports
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Daytime High | 41°C |
| Match-Time Temp | 34-37°C |
| Humidity | 15-25% |
| Wind Speed | 10-15 km/h |
| Rain Probability | < 5% |
| Sky Condition | Clear and Sunny |
| Dew Factor | High (evening match; significant dew in 2nd innings) |
| Match Interruption Risk | Very Low |
Pitch Report for Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-Friendly (true bounce, fast outfield) |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL) | 175-195 runs |
| Boundary Length | Short boundaries; quick outfield rewards stroke-play |
| 200+ Totals | Frequent; SRH’s 286/6 in IPL 2025 at Uppal is the rivalry’s record |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first (dew factor heavily favors chasing side) |
| Pace Assist | Good bounce and carry; swing available early |
| Spin Assist | Moderate; spinners get turn on this red-soil surface as game progresses |
| Dew Effect | Significant in 2nd innings; chasing team heavily favored |
Injury Updates
Pat Cummins (SRH): Still injured. Ishan Kishan continues as stand-in captain and has been outstanding in the role with 91 vs RR (Match 21) and consistent performances. SRH’s debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain have filled the pace void admirably.
RR’s Jaipur Return: This is RR’s first home match in Jaipur after 3 games in Guwahati. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (200+ runs) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (184 runs) will be eager to replicate their Guwahati dominance at the Pink City.
Abhishek Sharma (SRH): Coming off the highest individual score of IPL 2026 (135* off 56 balls vs DC). His SR of 229.26 this season is the best among batters with 100+ runs. In devastating form.
RR vs SRH Head-to-Head
| Category | SRH | RR | Highest Total | Lowest Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 13 wins | 9 wins | SRH: 286/6 (2025) | RR: 102 (2014) |
In 21 IPL meetings, SRH hold a comfortable 12-9 lead over RR. However, in the reverse fixture this season (Match 21 at Hyderabad), SRH thrashed RR by 57 runs after Praful Hinge reduced RR to 9/5 in 3 overs.
RR will be desperate to avenge that humiliating defeat on their home turf. The last time RR hosted SRH at Jaipur, they won a close encounter by 4 wickets.
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Key Players to Watch in RR vs SRH, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights & Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | Batter | Tournament’s leading run-scorer with 200+ runs. His 26-ball 78 vs RCB remains the innings of the season. Playing his first IPL match in Jaipur adds extra motivation. |
| Abhishek Sharma | SRH | Batter | Coming off 135* vs DC (highest individual score in IPL 2026). Season SR of 229.26 (best among 100+ run scorers). Part of the explosive ‘Travishek’ opening pair with Travis Head. |
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | WK-Batter | Current Orange Cap holder with 283+ runs at SR 145. SRH’s middle-overs destructor who thrives against spin. Two fifties in last 3 innings. |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | Batter | 184 runs with 2 fifties this season. Holds the fastest IPL fifty record (13 balls). His ability to anchor while maintaining SR 150+ makes him RR’s batting backbone. |
| Jofra Archer | RR | Bowler | RR’s premier pace weapon. His searing yorkers and clever slower balls at the death are virtually unplayable. Will look to exploit Jaipur’s early-swing conditions. |
| Ishan Kishan | SRH | WK-Batter | Stand-in captain who scored 91 vs RR in Match 21. Has thrived in the leadership role with SRH winning 3 of 4 under his captaincy. A proven match-winner at No. 3. |
