Playoff spot at stake, is worried about DC Exer Patel’s injury

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is near its thrilling climax, and matches 55 pits Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) against Delhi capitals (DC) in an important encounter at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. This match promises intensive competition to keep the expectations of his unconscious playoffs alive with SRH and to strengthen his top-four status. Both teams claimed explosive batting lineups and powerful bowling attacks, establishing the stage for a blockbuster Shodown under Hyderabad Lights.

Matching details

• match: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capital, Match 55, IPL 2025
• date and time: Monday, May 5, 2025, 7:30 pm IST
• venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
• TV broadcast: Star Sports Network (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, and Regional Channel)
• live streaming: Jiohotstar (Website and App)

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SRH vs DC Match Preview

Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, are in a position of one-or-death. With only three wins out of ten matches, their playoffs are likely hanging from a thread, requiring victory in all the remaining games and somewhere else favorable results. SRH’s aggressive batting approach, which was dazzling early in the season with a total of 286 runs against Rajasthan Royals, recently in outing, highlighting the discrepancies.

Under the captaincy of Exer Patel, Delhi’s capitals have been kept better with six out of ten matches, which are fifth in the numeral table. However, after a strong start with four consecutive wins, DC has lost pace, leaving three of their last four matches. This conflict is important for DC to re -achieve and secure a playoff berth for DC, while SRH aims to resolve its campaign with an enthusiastic home performance. The major battle like Abhishek Sharma against Kulip Yadav and Travis Head is facing Mitchell Starc, possibly shaping the result.

Recent form

• Sunrisers Hyderabad: SRH’s season has been a rollercaster. He started with a blast, posted the second largest IPL total (286/3) against Rajasthan Royals, but struggled since then lost seven of his last nine matches. A heavy 80 -run defeat for Kolkata Knight Riders and a disadvantage to Gujarat Titans exposed batting collapse and bowling discrepancies. Annic Verma’s explosive 74 off 41 balls against Lucknow Super Veterans offered a glimpse of Asha, but SRH needs its top orders to set fire continuously.
• Delhi capitals: DC enjoyed the onset of a dream, winning five of their first six matches, including SRH’s seven -wicket thrashing in Visakhapatnam, operating by Mitchell Starc’s five -wicket slope and 50 of FAF Do Plessis. However, Kolkata Knight Riders and others have recently given rise to their speed. KL Rahul’s return has increased his batting, but the middle order needs to be stepped up.

Pitch -report

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium IPL 2025 has a batting paradise. With a average first-wari score of around 190, the scoring rate of 10.8 runs per over, it can serve the batsmen well. Four of the four of this season have been won by chasing the sides, although SRH is the only team that successfully defends here. The pitch quickly appreciated the batsmen. But spinners and pace bowlers can find help in the second half, especially with slow delivery and yorker. The fast bowlers are expected to bounce, while spinners can catch in the first innings. Given the historical trend, teams may prefer to follow.

Srh vs DC head-to-head records

Hyderabad and Delhi’s rivalry is closely fought, which has faced 25 times in the IPL. SRH holds a slight lead with 13 wins in 12 of DC. In Hyderabad, teams are matched equally, each winning three of their six matches. At his most recent meeting in IPL 2025, DC Cruise was seen for a seven -wicket win, chasing 164 in 164. SRH’s last win over DC in Hyderabad came in 2024, a 67 -run thrashing led by Travis Head. This head-to-head record suggests a tight competition, both teams are capable of dominating their day.

11 predicted to play

Sunrisers Hyderabad

SRH should make a call on Ishan Kishan, which has a dip in the form. They can see Sachin Baby or Atharva Tyid as an alternative to replace Ishan.

• Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishaan Kishan, Heinrich Klassen (WK), Annic Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadakat, Zishan Ansari
• Effect sub: Mohammed Shami, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Rahul Char, Vian Mulder

Delhi capitals

Exer Patel suffered an injury to his hand in the last match against KKR. If he exits, Faf du Plesisis is likely to lead. Sameer Rizvi could return to the eleven to play in his absence.

• Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porl (W), Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Axar Patel (C), Triston Stabs, Weepraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushtha Chanera, Mukesh Kumar
• Effect sub: Ashutosh Sharma, Jake Fraser McGark, Tripurana Vijay, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferrera

Hyderabad weather

The weather in Hyderabad on May 5, 2025 is expected to be clear with ensuring a uninterrupted match, there is no possibility of rain. The temperature will hover with moderate humidity (about 50–60%) around 30–32 ° C, which will create a comfortable sports condition. The wind speed of 10–15 km/h is predicted, the game is unlikely to affect significantly.

Dastics

Delhi capitals

Abishek Porl (W), Faf du Plessis, Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Axar Patel (C), Triston Stabs, Weeparaz Nigam, Ashutosh Sharma, Mitchell Starc, Dushmanatha Chanera, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Jake Friend, Jake Friend, Jake Friends, Jack Faras, Jake Farera, Mohiti Tiwari, Mohit Tiwari Jadav Mandal, Manwant Kumar L, T Natarajan

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishaan Kishan, Heinrich Kleseen (W), Annic Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Undakat, Zisha Annsari, Mohammad Shami, Abin Dubin, Atharva Taid, Simarjit Singh, Harsh Malinga, Harsh Malinga