Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will be desperate to get back to winning ways as they face the high-flying Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Saturday, April 12.
The two teams have had contrasting journeys so far this season. SRH find themselves languishing at the bottom of the table with just one win, while PBKS have built solid momentum with three victories, keeping them in the upper half of the standings.
Pitch Report
The Uppal pitch is known to favour batters, although the last match between SRH and Gujarat Titans was an exception. That game was more of a hiccup than a trend, and unless SRH collapse under pressure again, expect a high-scoring affair. Historically, chasing teams have had the edge here, winning 45 out of 80 IPL matches. The average first innings score is around 163.
Head-to-Head
In 23 IPL encounters, Sunrisers Hyderabad have dominated with 16 wins, while Punjab Kings have managed just seven. SRH also did the double over PBKS last season, winning both fixtures.
Weather Forecast
The skies in Hyderabad are expected to remain clear on April 12, with no rain disruptions forecast for the game.
Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network and will be available for streaming on the JioCinema app and website.
Match Prediction
On current form, PBKS hold the advantage. However, if SRH’s top order finds its rhythm, they’ll back themselves to notch up their second win of the season.