Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 67 of IPL 2026 on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, starting at 7:30 PM IST. Full circle: this fixture opened IPL 2026 (Match 1 on March 28), and now it returns with both teams already qualified for the playoffs. Neither side will hold back.
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Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
22 May 2026 07:30 PM
For your Dream11 team, Virat Kohli is the safest captain pick with his elite record at Uppal and the freedom of a dead-rubber mindset allowing aggressive stroke-play, while Ishan Kishan works perfectly as vice-captain after his outstanding season as SRH’s stand-in skipper.
SRH vs RCB Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | SRH vs RCB, IPL 2026 Match 67 |
| Date | Friday, May 22, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| SRH Captain | Pat Cummins |
| RCB Captain | Rajat Patidar |
| Playoff Status | Both teams already qualified |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for SRH vs RCB IPL 2026 Match 67
SRH vs RCB Match 67 Weather Reports
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Daytime High | 39°C |
| Match-Time Temp | 32-35°C |
| Humidity | 35-50% |
| Wind Speed | 10-14 km/h |
| Rain Probability | < 10% (mostly clear) |
| Sky Condition | Clear and Warm |
| Dew Factor | Moderate to High (evening match; dew in 2nd innings) |
| Match Interruption Risk | Very Low |
Pitch Report for Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting Paradise (true bounce, fast outfield, flat track) |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | 195 runs (from 6 matches at this venue this season) |
| Boundary Length | Standard; fast outfield amplifies run-scoring |
| 200+ Totals | SRH posted 242/3 and chased 244 vs MI at this venue; routine here |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first (dew assists chasing; 190+ first innings totals common) |
| Pace Assist | Good bounce and carry; ball comes onto the bat with true pace |
| Spin Assist | Limited; spinners need variations to survive on this surface |
| Dew Effect | Moderate in 2nd innings; chasing team has edge under lights |
Injury Updates
Both Teams Already Qualified: SRH (8W-5L) and RCB are both through to the playoffs. This is effectively a dress rehearsal before the knockout stage. Neither team has any reason to hold back, meaning Dream11 managers get the rare gift of two full-strength sides playing without pressure.
Full Circle: This fixture opened IPL 2026 (Match 1, March 28 at Hyderabad). In that game, RCB won by 10 wickets as Phil Salt and Virat Kohli chased down 143 without losing a wicket. SRH will be desperate to avenge that humiliation on home turf.
Three of Four Top Run-Scorers: This match features Abhishek Sharma (440+ runs, SR 206+), Heinrich Klaasen (494+ runs, SR 156+), and Virat Kohli (478+ runs, avg 48+). Combined, these three have scored more than 1,400 runs this season.
Top-2 Positioning: Though both are qualified, a win here could decide top-2 finish which gives the advantage of an extra chance in playoffs (Qualifier 1 vs Eliminator). So neither side will rest key players.
SRH vs RCB Head-to-Head
| Category | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) |
| Total Wins | 14 | 13 |
| Highest Total | 287/3 (2024) | 262/7 (2024) |
| Lowest Total | 86 (vs GT, 2026)* | 68 (vs SRH, 2022) |
SRH’s 286/6 in IPL 2025 at this venue remains the highest total in this rivalry. With both teams’ explosive batting lineups and a flat Uppal track averaging 195, the combined total could exceed 385 runs per the prediction model.
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Key Players to Watch in SRH vs RCB, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights & Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | RCB | Batter | 478+ runs at avg 48+ this season. Scored an unbeaten fifty chasing 143 at this venue in Match 1. With playoff position secured, expect a carefree Kohli looking to finish the league stage on a high. |
| Abhishek Sharma | SRH | Batter | 440+ runs at SR 206+ (highest SR among 300+ run scorers). His 135* vs DC remains the season’s highest individual score. If Abhishek fires at Uppal, even 200+ may not be safe for RCB. |
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | WK-Batter | 494+ runs at SR 156+ this season. The middle-overs destructor who thrives against spin at Uppal. Approaching the 500-run milestone; this match could be where he reaches it. |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | RCB | Bowler | Purple Cap holder with 22+ wickets this season. Returning to his former home ground. RCB’s most reliable bowler and the best in the tournament. His seam movement could be decisive in the powerplay. |
| Pat Cummins | SRH | Bowler | SRH captain whose return from injury sparked their playoff push. His death-over bowling and tactical leadership complete SRH’s lineup. The battle between Cummins and Kohli is appointment television. |
| Josh Hazlewood | RCB | Bowler | RCB’s premier overseas pacer. His nagging length and powerplay control will be crucial against SRH’s explosive ‘Travishek’ opening pair. Concedes less than 8 RPO in the first 6 overs this season. |
