SRH vs DC Match Prediction – Indian Premier League, Match 31
Published - 27 Mar 2026, 06:05 PM | Updated - 28 Apr 2026, 06:05 PM
⚡ QUICK VERDICT
Edge to Sunrisers Hyderabad
Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad
Win Probability: 55%
Best Batter: Heinrich Klaasen
Best Bowler: Eshan Malinga
Toss Strategy: Bowl first
Expected 1st innings score: 210-220
FULL ANALYSIS BELOW ↓
SRH
64%
DC
36%
WIN PROBABILITY
Match
Match 31
Series
IPL
Date
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Time
07:30 PM IST
City
Hyderabad
29.71°C
Humidity 41%
Rain 99%
Hyderabad is expected to have hot and sunny conditions for the match. Temperatures will range between 26 and 38 degrees Celsius. Light southeast winds of 6 to 10 km/h will provide little relief.
SRH
14
DC
12
Last 5: SRH
WWWWL
DC
LLLWL
Sunrisers Hyderabad have secured 13 wins compared to Delhi Capitals’ 12 wins in head-to-head encounters. Delhi dominated Hyderabad last season, chasing a 163-run target within 16 overs after Kuldeep Yadav took three crucial wickets.
Live
| Team | Pos | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRH | #3 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | +0.815 |
| DC | #7 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -1.060 |
| Team | Pos | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBKS | #1 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 13 | +1.333 |
| RCB | #2 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 12 | +1.919 |
| RR | #4 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | +0.602 |
| GT | #5 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 8 | -0.475 |
| CSK | #6 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -0.121 |
| KKR | #8 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 5 | -0.751 |
| MI | #9 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -0.736 |
| LSG | #10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 4 | -1.106 |
Match Context & Stakes
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 31st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Tuesday, April 21.
Both teams currently have six points, creating a tight race for the top four playoff spots. Sunrisers Hyderabad are in fourth place, while Delhi Capitals are close behind in fifth.
Match Breakdown by Phases
Match Breakdown by Phases (Powerplay / Middle / Death)
Powerplay: Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to attack Lungi Ngidi early, while Delhi Capitals will rely on Pathum Nissanka for stable starts.
Middle Overs: Tristan Stubbs is expected to control the scoring rate against SRH bowlers. Ishan Kishan should make big scores after his low contribution in recent games.
Death Overs: David Miller will aim to target Eshan Malinga, while Heinrich Klaasen looks to finish strongly against Mukesh Kumar in the final overs.
Impact Players to Watch
AB
KEY IMPACT
Abhishek Sharma
SRH • BAT
380 runs
Avg 47.5 · SR 212.3
HE
GAME CHANGER
Heinrich Klaasen
SRH • BAT
349 runs
Avg 43.6 · SR 149.8
KL
X-FACTOR
KL Rahul
DC • BAT
358 runs
Avg 44.8 · SR 185.5
Pitch Report — Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal
Based on last 5 completed T20 matches.
196
Avg score
6
Avg wickets
Score Distribution (1st Innings)
023
< 140
140-180
> 180
Pitch: Batting Friendly
Par: 184 - 208
Medium
Batting Friendly: 4
Bowling Friendly: 0
Neutral: 1
Teams batting first have scored noticeably better.
Editorial Pitch Notes
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium offers a flat batting surface. The average first innings score is around 230 runs, about 44 runs higher than the second innings average. Batters can play freely, while fast bowlers often struggle to control the scoring rate across the innings.
Toss Scenario Analysis
Batting First Advantage
SRH +5%55%
Chasing Preference
DC +5%55%
If Sunrisers Hyderabad bat first, a total between 220 and 235 is likely, putting Delhi Capitals under pressure. If Delhi Capitals bat first, they may score around 190 to 205 runs. The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium generally favors chasing teams, so the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first.
Key Players to Watch
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Heinrich Klaasen is the current orange cap with 283 runs at a strike rate of 145, dominating the middle overs.
Abhishek Sharma has scored 188 runs at an impressive strike rate of 229.26, providing aggressive starts in the powerplay.
Eshan Malinga is the highest wicket taker for the Sunrisers with eight wickets, offering key breakthroughs against top-order batters.
Delhi Capitals
KL Rahul anchors the innings, scoring 168 runs in five matches at a strike rate of 168.
Tristan Stubbs adds middle-order stability with 169 runs at an average of 84.5 and a strike rate of 133.
Lungi Ngidi is the leading wicket taker for DC with seven wickets at an economy rate of 8.38.
Key Battles That Decide the Game
Abhishek Sharma vs Lungi Ngidi:
Lungi Ngidi must use early swing to dismiss Abhishek Sharma before he capitalizes in the powerplay.
Heinrich Klaasen vs Kuldeep Yadav:
Kuldeep Yadav needs precise wrist-spin variations to contain Heinrich Klaasen, who anchors the Sunrisers Hyderabad middle order.
KL Rahul vs Eshan Malinga:
Eshan Malinga must deliver accurate powerplay overs to dismiss KL Rahul early and prevent Delhi Capitals from building momentum.
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Expert Insight
Sunrisers Hyderabad hold an advantage as their batting lineup has crossed the 200-run mark four times in six matches. Their bowlers have also claimed 68% of available wickets. In contrast, Delhi Capitals have struggled with bowling consistency, taking only 54% of available wickets.
🏆 Final Verdict
Sunrisers Hyderabad — edge on paper
Sunrisers Hyderabad are expected to defeat Delhi Capitals. They have stronger batting depth and better wicket-taking consistency. Delhi Capitals depend heavily on key players like KL Rahul, which could be a weakness. With home advantage, SRH are likely to secure a win at home.
Our Pick
SRH
Confidence
0%87%100%
FAQs
Q: Who is the leading run-scorer for Sunrisers Hyderabad this season?
A: Heinrich Klaasen currently holds the orange cap with 283 runs at a 145 strike rate.
Q: What is the strike rate of Abhishek Sharma?
A: Abhishek Sharma possesses the highest strike rate among batters, scoring 188 runs at 229.26.
Q: How many wickets has Lungi Ngidi taken for Delhi Capitals?
A: Lungi Ngidi leads the Delhi Capitals pace attack with seven wickets at an 8.38 economy rate.
Q: What is the average first innings score at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium?
A: The incredibly flat pitch provides a massive average first innings score of exactly 230 runs.
Q: Who will win the Sunrisers Hyderabad versus Delhi Capitals match?
A: Sunrisers Hyderabad are highly favored to win due to their exceptionally dominant batting lineup.
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