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IPL 2026 • Match 28
Sunrisers HyderabadSunrisers HyderabadHome
VS
Punjab KingsPunjab KingsAway
18 April 2026 07:30 pm IST Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

SRH vs PBKS Match Preview

SRH's explosive batting meets PBKS's pace attack in Hyderabad. Travis Head vs Rabada in the powerplay could be the decisive battle. Klaasen's ability to score at 200+ SR in the death overs makes him the most dangerous fantasy pick.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Travis Head vs Kagiso Rabada — Australia vs South Africa clash
  • 2Klaasen in the death overs — the most destructive finisher in IPL
  • 3Two teams desperate for wins to stay in playoff contention
  • 4Arshdeep vs Head — left-arm pace vs aggressive opener

SRH vs PBKS Head to Head Record

12
SRH Wins
20
Total Matches
8
PBKS Wins
60%
40%
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RGICS Pitch Report

BalancedAvg 1st Innings: 170-180

Hyderabad offers a balanced surface that rewards skilled batting. The pace bowlers get assistance early, while spinners come into play in the middle overs.

Toss Decision

Chase under lights. Moderate dew gives a slight advantage to the chasing team.

Key Player Battle

Travis Head vs Kagiso Rabada

Sunrisers Hyderabad

SRH Key Players

  • Travis Head
  • Heinrich Klaasen
  • Pat Cummins
  • Abhishek Sharma
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Punjab Kings

PBKS Key Players

  • Shikhar Dhawan
  • Liam Livingstone
  • Sam Curran
  • Kagiso Rabada
  • Arshdeep Singh

Fantasy Cricket

SRH vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is SRH vs PBKS IPL 2026?

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Match 28 is scheduled for 18 April 2026 at 02:00 pm IST at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

What is the SRH vs PBKS head to head record?

In 20 IPL encounters, Sunrisers Hyderabad leads 12-8. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for SRH vs PBKS at RGICS?

Hyderabad offers a balanced surface that rewards skilled batting. The pace bowlers get assistance early, while spinners come into play in the middle overs.

Who will win SRH vs PBKS IPL 2026 Match 28?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at RGICS?

The average first innings score at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad is approximately 170-180. Both bat and ball are competitive at this venue.

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Last updated: 31 March 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.