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The clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals has become one of the Indian Premier League’s most entertaining contests. While Hyderabad has built its reputation around disciplined bowling and tactical cricket, Rajasthan has often relied on fearless batting and aggressive stroke play. Whenever these franchises meet, fans expect explosive power hitting, dramatic momentum swings, and standout individual performances. This article breaks down a complete match scorecard, batting and bowling performances, turning points, records, head-to-head numbers, and the biggest moments that shaped the contest. Whether you’re looking for the complete scorecard or a detailed match analysis, you’ll find every important detail in one place.
Match Summary
The match delivered exactly what IPL fans expect—a high-scoring contest filled with attacking cricket and pressure-filled moments. Sunrisers Hyderabad posted an imposing total after an aggressive batting display, while Rajasthan Royals responded with intent but struggled to maintain the required run rate during the middle overs.
Hyderabad’s top order laid the platform before the finishers accelerated in the final five overs. Rajasthan’s chase remained alive thanks to a few explosive partnerships, but disciplined death bowling eventually secured the victory.
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Tournament: Indian Premier League
Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 36 runs
Player of the Match: Travis Head
Full Match Scorecard
First Innings Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
| Travis Head | 62 | 37 | 8 | 3 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 38 | 21 | 5 | 2 |
| Aiden Markram | 28 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 48 | 24 | 3 | 4 |
| Abdul Samad | 17 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| Shahbaz Ahmed | 9* | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Total: 201/6 (20 Overs)
Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Trent Boult | 4 | 38 | 2 |
| Avesh Khan | 4 | 44 | 2 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | 4 | 31 | 1 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 4 | 39 | 1 |
| Sandeep Sharma | 4 | 46 | 0 |
Second Innings Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 34 | 22 | 5 | 1 |
| Jos Buttler | 29 | 20 | 4 | 1 |
| Sanju Samson | 52 | 35 | 5 | 2 |
| Riyan Parag | 31 | 19 | 2 | 2 |
| Shimron Hetmyer | 20 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| Dhruv Jurel | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Total: 165/8 (20 Overs)
Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Pat Cummins | 4 | 28 | 2 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 4 | 30 | 2 |
| T Natarajan | 4 | 27 | 2 |
| Jaydev Unadkat | 4 | 40 | 1 |
| Mayank Markande | 4 | 36 | 1 |
Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Over |
| 1 | 57 | 5.2 |
| 2 | 92 | 9.1 |
| 3 | 132 | 13.6 |
| 4 | 148 | 16.2 |
| 5 | 158 | 17.4 |
| 6 | 194 | 19.1 |
Match Result
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Rajasthan Royals by 36 runs.
The victory came through a balanced performance rather than individual brilliance alone. Hyderabad dominated the Powerplay with the bat, accelerated in the death overs, and then executed their bowling plans effectively during Rajasthan’s chase.
Player of the Match
Travis Head
Travis Head played one of the defining innings of the match. His aggressive start ensured Hyderabad stayed ahead of the required scoring pace from the beginning. Rather than allowing Rajasthan’s bowlers to settle, he attacked both pace and spin equally well.
His innings also reduced pressure on the middle order, allowing Klaasen and the finishers to play freely during the final overs.
Records Broken During the Match
- Hyderabad recorded another successful 200-plus total.
- Travis Head registered another fifty against Rajasthan Royals.
- Heinrich Klaasen continued his outstanding strike rate in IPL middle overs.
- Pat Cummins reached another milestone for IPL wickets.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar added to his tally of wickets in Hyderabad home matches.
- The match produced another 350-plus combined runs between both teams.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | Sunrisers Hyderabad Wins | Rajasthan Royals Wins | No Result |
| 21 | 11 | 10 | 0 |
The rivalry has remained remarkably competitive over the years. Hyderabad holds only a narrow advantage, highlighting how closely matched these franchises have been across multiple IPL seasons.
Recent Meetings
| Season | Winner | Margin |
| 2025 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 36 Runs |
| 2024 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 Run |
| 2024 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 36 Runs |
| 2023 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 Wickets |
| 2023 | Rajasthan Royals | 72 Runs |
Recent encounters show how momentum has shifted between both teams. While Hyderabad has enjoyed success lately, Rajasthan has also produced dominant victories, making every fixture difficult to predict.
Major Records
| Record | Achievement |
| Highest Team Total | 217 |
| Lowest Team Total | 102 |
| Highest Individual Score | 124 |
| Best Bowling Figures | 5/24 |
| Highest Partnership | 139 |
| Most Sixes in One Match | 24 |
Final Thought
The rivalry between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals continues to produce entertaining IPL cricket. Both teams combine exciting young talent with experienced international stars, creating contests filled with momentum shifts and tactical battles.
