Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are set to clash in the second match of IPL 2025. The SRH vs RR encounter will take place on Sunday, March 23, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
These two teams last met in the second qualifier of the previous season, where SRH emerged victorious. Riding high on that win, SRH will aim to replicate their success against RR this time. Known for their ultra-aggressive batting style last season, SRH will look to kick off their new campaign with the same intensity.
On the other hand, RR will be eager to avenge their qualifier loss by defeating SRH on their home ground. RR had a strong start to the previous season and will aim to begin this season with a win as well.
As both teams gear up for the SRH vs RR clash, let’s take a look at the weather and pitch conditions for the match.
SRH vs RR Weather and Pitch Report – Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad (IPL 2025, Match 2):
SRH vs RR Weather Report:
The weather forecast for the SRH vs RR match isn’t particularly favorable. While the match is unlikely to be completely washed out, there’s a 10% chance of rain during the first hour of play. The temperature is expected to remain in the 20s throughout the match.
SRH vs RR Pitch Report:
Here are the key stats for the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad:
| Matches Played | 77 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 34 (44.16%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 43 (55.84%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 28 (36.36%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 49 (63.64%) |
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) |
| Highest Team Innings | 277/3 (Sunrisers Hyderabad) |
| Lowest Team Innings | 80 (Delhi Capitals) |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 26.95 |
| Average Runs per Over | 8.2 |
| Average Score Batting First | 160.76 |
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium witnessed several high-scoring games last season, and the pitch is expected to favor batsmen in the upcoming match as well. Out of the six matches played here last year, three saw both teams scoring 200 or more runs. Both SRH and RR will likely aim to bat first and post a big total before defending it.
Conclusion:
SRH and RR were among the top performers last season. While SRH reached the final, RR’s journey ended in the second qualifier. Both teams will be determined to start their 2025 campaign on a winning note and set the tone for a successful season.
