Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2026 Eliminator on Wednesday, 27 May, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur. The match begins at 7:30 PM IST with the winner advancing to Qualifier 2 on May 29 and the loser exiting IPL 2026.
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Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium, Mullanpur,
27 May 2026 07:30 PM
SRH finished third on the points table with 18 points after a dominant 55-run demolition of RCB in their final league game. RR sealed the fourth and final playoff spot with 16 points following a crucial 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians. SRH hold a commanding 14-9 head-to-head lead over RR across 23 IPL meetings and won both league stage fixtures against them this season.
Dew is expected from the 10th over at Mullanpur. For 2nd innings fantasy, target dew-resistant pace bowlers, explosive top-order batters, and premium all-rounders who earn points across both departments under Mullanpur playoff lights.
SRH vs RR Eliminator IPL 2026 Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | SRH vs RR, Eliminator, IPL 2026 |
| Date | Wednesday, 27 May 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| SRH Captain | Pat Cummins |
| RR Captain | Riyan Parag |
| Winner | Advances to Qualifier 2 on May 29 at the same venue |
| Loser | Eliminated from IPL 2026 |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for SRH vs RR Eliminator (2nd Innings)
The points start after the 2nd innings begins, so build your team based on the 2nd innings only.
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SRH vs RR Eliminator Weather Report (27 May, Mullanpur)
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Match-Time Temperature | ~33-36°C at 7:30 PM IST; hot Punjab evening with temperatures easing to 28°C by the final over; warm and demanding playing conditions throughout |
| Humidity | High (~55-65%); proximity to the Shivalik foothills retains moisture in the evening air; players will need regular hydration breaks throughout the innings |
| Wind Speed | Light southwesterly breeze, 8-14 km/h; minor swing assistance for pace bowlers with the new ball in the powerplay; gusts unlikely to affect shot-making |
| Rain Probability | Less than 5% — clear skies forecast throughout the evening; no weather interruptions expected; a full 40-over Eliminator is guaranteed |
| Dew Factor | Significant — dew settles from the 10th-12th over onwards under floodlights; ball becomes slippery for spinners and grip reduces noticeably; chasing team gains a clear batting advantage in the second half of the innings |
| Match Interruption Risk | Very Low — no rain forecast and a fully equipped modern venue with excellent drainage; a complete 40-over knockout match is the overwhelming expectation |
Pitch Report — Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced surface built on a sand-based foundation with consistent bounce and carry; the pitch offers assistance to both batters and bowlers at different stages; stroke-makers can score freely once set while disciplined fast bowling is rewarded with the new ball |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | 185-200 runs; the venue has produced totals above 200 on multiple occasions in IPL 2026 including a record chase of 265 by PBKS; both teams have the firepower to post 200-plus scores in knockout conditions |
| Toss Decision | Bowling first strongly preferred; three of the four IPL 2026 matches at this venue were won by the side bowling first; dew from the 10th over further assists the chasing team; both Cummins and Parag are expected to bowl first at the toss |
| Pace Assist | Excellent in the powerplay with new-ball carry and seam movement; the Mullanpur surface rewards hard-length bowling with sharp bounce to the keeper throughout the match; Jofra Archer, Pat Cummins, and Sakib Hussain are the standout pace options in this Eliminator |
| Spin Assist | Moderate from overs 7 to 14 in the first innings; the sand-based pitch offers enough grip for wrist-spin and orthodox variations; however, dew from the 10th over of the 2nd innings reduces spin effectiveness significantly in the death phase |
| Dew Effect | Significant from the 10th-12th over of the 2nd innings; the ball becomes wet and difficult to grip for spinners; pace bowlers retain effectiveness through the dew-affected phase, reinforcing their premium 2nd innings fantasy value in this Eliminator |
SRH vs RR Eliminator Head-to-Head Record
| Category | SRH | RR |
|---|---|---|
| Overall IPL Wins | 14 | 9 |
| Total IPL Meetings | 23 | 23 |
| IPL 2026 Meetings | Won both league stage fixtures against RR this season | Lost both league stage meetings against SRH |
| At Mullanpur | 1 win from 2 matches at this venue | Unbeaten at this venue with 3 wins from 3 matches |
| IPL 2026 Season Form | Won 9 of 14 matches; 18 points; finished 3rd | Won 8 of 14 matches; 16 points; finished 4th |
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Key Players to Watch in SRH vs RR Eliminator for 2nd Innings
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | Batter | The most destructive middle-order batter in IPL 2026 with 606 runs at a strike rate exceeding 170 across the league stage; his ability to accelerate from the 10th over onwards and clear any boundary at will makes him the single most dangerous 2nd innings fantasy pick in this Eliminator; his power-hitting against both pace and spin in the death overs is unmatched in this fixture. |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | Batter | The 15-year-old sensation and most exciting young talent in world cricket right now with 583 runs in IPL 2026 at an astonishing strike rate exceeding 230; his 53 sixes this season are the second-most by any batter in any T20 tournament ever; his fearless left-handed strokeplay from the top of the order has redefined what is possible for a teenage opener in knockout cricket. |
| Jofra Archer | RR | All-Rounder | RR’s most impactful match-winner with 21 wickets this season and genuine all-round ability demonstrated by his match-winning 32 off 15 balls against MI in the final league game; his express pace with the new ball generates sharp carry and bounce from the Mullanpur surface, and his ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him the premium fantasy all-rounder in this Eliminator. |
| Abhishek Sharma | SRH | Batter | SRH’s explosive left-handed opener who smashed 56 off 22 balls in the final league game against RCB and has been one of the most destructive powerplay batters of IPL 2026; his six-hitting ability from ball one and clean striking over the in-field make him enormously dangerous in any 2nd innings chase under dew at Mullanpur. |
| Pat Cummins | SRH | Bowler | SRH’s captain and most experienced pace weapon in high-pressure knockout cricket; the Australian Test captain brings leadership and control with the ball in the death overs where his slower balls and variations are highly effective; his ability to bowl clutch overs at the death under dew conditions makes him a valuable 2nd innings bowling pick in this Eliminator. |
