SRH VS PBSK – Match 27 Preview : SRH vs PBKS – Match Preview & Prediction IPL 2025
• Match: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS)
• Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
The 27th match of IPL 2025 will witness a thrilling clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. Both teams have a solid mix of youth and experience, and with the tournament approaching the mid-stage, every match will be crucial in shaping the points table.
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Pitch Report – Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
The Hyderabad pitch is known for offering good bounce and decent assistance for both batters and bowlers. Historically, it has been a batting-friendly surface, but as the match progresses, spinners could play a crucial role.
• Pacers: Early swing and bounce in the powerplay.
• Spinners: Effective in the middle overs with grip on the surface.
• Batting First vs Chasing: Teams chasing have found success here, but a competitive score would be around 170-180.
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Weather Report
• Temperature: Around 30°C in the evening.
• Humidity: Moderate (50-60%).
• Rain: No rain is expected, ensuring a full game.
• Dew Factor: Dew could play a role in the second innings, assisting the batters while making it tough for bowlers to grip the ball.
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Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)
• Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – 4 Wins
• Punjab Kings (PBKS) – 1 Win
SRH has dominated Punjab Kings in recent encounters, winning four of their last five matches. The home advantage for SRH could further tilt the odds in their favor.
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Team Analysis
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Squad for IPL 2025
Batters:
• Abhinav Manohar, Aniket Verma, Atharva Taide, Sachin Baby, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy
All-rounders:
• Wiaan Mulder, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK)
Bowlers:
• Adam Zampa, Eshan Malinga, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Mohammed Shami, Pat Cummins (C), Rahul Chahar, Simarjeet Singh, Zeeshan Ansari
Team Strengths:
• Power-packed batting lineup with Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen.
• Pace attack led by Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami—a lethal combination in any conditions.
• Spin depth with Rahul Chahar and Adam Zampa.
Team Weaknesses:
• Middle-order inconsistency could be a concern if the top order fails.
• Death bowling remains a worry despite experienced bowlers.
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Punjab Kings (PBKS) Squad for IPL 2025
Batters:
• Harnoor Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Shashank Singh, Shreyas Iyer (C)
All-rounders:
• Aaron Hardie, Azmatullah Omarzai, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen, Marcus Stoinis, Musheer Khan, Suryansh Shedge
Wicketkeepers:
• Josh Inglis (WK), Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Vishnu Vinod (WK)
Bowlers:
• Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar, Kuldeep Sen, Lockie Ferguson, Praveen Dubey, Vyshak Vijay Kumar, Xavier Bartlett, Yash Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal
Team Strengths:
• Explosive batting led by Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, and Marcus Stoinis.
• Strong pace attack with Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, and Marco Jansen.
• Spin wizard Yuzvendra Chahal could be a game-changer.
Team Weaknesses:
• Over-reliance on Shreyas Iyer and Maxwell in the middle order.
• Pace attack has been inconsistent in death overs.
Key Players to Watch
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
1. Travis Head – The Australian left-hander is in sublime form and can provide SRH with a solid start.
2. Pat Cummins – The captain’s all-round abilities and leadership will be crucial.
3. Ishan Kishan – An explosive wicketkeeper-batsman who can change the game in the powerplay.
4. Rahul Chahar – His leg-spin could be effective in Hyderabad conditions.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
1. Shreyas Iyer – The PBKS captain is a vital cog in their batting lineup.
2. Glenn Maxwell – The ‘Big Show’ can turn the game around with his aggressive batting and off-spin.
3. Arshdeep Singh – PBKS’s lead pacer, known for his yorkers and death-over skills.
4. Yuzvendra Chahal – The veteran leg-spinner will play a key role in controlling the middle overs.
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Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Wicketkeepers:
• Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen
Batters:
• Travis Head, Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma
All-rounders:
• Glenn Maxwell (VC), Marcus Stoinis, Wiaan Mulder
Bowlers:
• Pat Cummins, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Vice-Captain: Glenn Maxwell
Note: Changes might be required based on the final playing XI.
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Final Match Prediction
SRH has a strong batting lineup with big hitters like Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen, while PBKS will rely on their middle-order strength with Shreyas Iyer and Glenn Maxwell.
• SRH Advantage: Strong head-to-head record, home conditions, and an experienced pace attack.
• PBKS Strength: Versatile all-rounders, quality spin attack, and an aggressive approach.
Given the pitch conditions and current form, Sunrisers Hyderabad hold a slight edge, but if Punjab Kings’ middle order fires, they could pull off an upset. Expect a high-scoring contest with SRH starting as favorites at their home ground.
Predicted Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) (60-40 in favor of SRH)
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