The inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on the 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 36 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be played at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Saturday.
Rajasthan Royals have enjoyed a strong campaign so far and head into this clash with confidence after a comprehensive win over Lucknow Super Giants. With five wins from seven matches, RR are placed second on the points table and have looked well-balanced across departments.
Their batting unit, led by the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal and young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, has been in fine form, while their bowling attack continues to deliver in crunch moments.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, meanwhile, are beginning to peak at the right time. Placed fourth with four wins from seven matches, SRH are coming off a dominant victory over Delhi Capitals. Their earlier 57-run win over Rajasthan this season will give them added confidence heading into this rematch.
With explosive batters like Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, along with the return of skipper Pat Cummins, SRH will be keen to continue their upward momentum.
While RR aim to consolidate their position near the top of the table, SRH will look to complete a season double and strengthen their playoff push in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter.
Weather watch in Jaipur
Conditions in Jaipur are expected to be hot and dry for the evening game, with temperatures hovering around 32°C–34°C during match hours.
There is no chance of rain, ensuring a full game. However, dew is expected to play a role in the second innings, which could favour the chasing side.
IPL 2026 RR vs SRH: Match Details
What time will the RR vs SRH IPL 2026 match start?
The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
What time will the toss take place?
The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
Where is the RR vs SRH match being played?
The match will be held at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
Where can you watch the RR vs SRH IPL 2026 match live on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
Where can you livestream the RR vs SRH match?
Fans can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
RR vs SRH IPL 2026: Head-to-Head Record
Matches: 22
RR wins: 9
SRH wins: 13
Sunrisers Hyderabad hold the edge historically, including a convincing win earlier this season.
RR vs SRH IPL 2026: Predicted Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma
Impact Player: Brijesh Sharma
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Salil Arora, Shivang Kumar, Harsh Dubey/Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Sakib Hussain
RR vs SRH IPL 2026: Pitch & Conditions
The Jaipur surface is expected to be a balanced wicket offering assistance to both batters and bowlers.
Fast bowlers like Jofra Archer and Pat Cummins could get early movement with the new ball, while spinners are likely to come into play during the middle overs due to grip from the surface.
A par score is expected to be around 180+, though anything close to 195 could be highly competitive. Dew later in the evening may make chasing easier.
Team News & Key Updates
Rajasthan Royals:
RR will be boosted by their recent win and are likely to stick with their core combination. Playing at their original home venue could provide an added advantage.
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
The return of captain Pat Cummins is a major boost. SRH’s aggressive top order and improving bowling attack make them a formidable unit.
Players to Watch
Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR): Key to RR’s strong starts at the top.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR): One of the breakout performers this season.
Abhishek Sharma (SRH): Leading run-scorer and in explosive form.
Heinrich Klaasen (SRH): A dangerous finisher in the middle order.
RR vs SRH IPL 2026: Squads
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Pat Cummins (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Aniket Verma, Smaran Ravichandran, Salil Arora, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Liam Livingstone, Kamindu Mendis, Krains Fuletra, Brydon Carse, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain, Onkar Tarmale, Jaydev Unadkat, Shivam Mavi, Harshal Patel, Eshan Malinga, Gerald Coetzee, Harsh Dubey, Amit Kumar, Zeeshan Ansari, Dilshan Madushanka
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel, Donovan Ferreira, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Aman Perala, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Dasun Shanaka, Adam Milne, Brijesh Sharma, Jofra Archer, Kuldeep Sen, Kwena Maphaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma