The rivalry between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad is one of the most exciting in IPL history. SRH has a slight edge with 13 wins, while RCB has won 11 matches, and 2 matches ended in a no-result.
This shows that the rivalry is very close and competitive. Home conditions have also played an important role, with both teams performing better on their home grounds.
SRH has recently become known for its aggressive batting style and big scores. They even made a record by scoring 287 runs in an inning, which is the highest team total in IPL history.
As the IPL continues to grow, fans can expect more exciting matches between these two teams. You can explore more stats, records, and match details in this blog.
Overview of RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head Record in IPL
Sunrisers Hyderabad entered the IPL in 2013. Since then, the team has played 26 matches against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. SRH clinched their maiden IPL title with a thrilling 8-run win over RCB in the 2016 final, making this rivalry even more storied.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 26 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru Won | 11 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad Won | 13 |
| No Result | 02 |
| Highest Score (SRH) | 287 |
| Lowest Score (RCB) | 68 |
RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head at Different Venues
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record at different venues.
RCB vs SRH at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
There have been 8 matches between these two teams at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, with RCB winning 5, SRH 3.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 8 |
| RCB Won | 5 |
| SRH Won | 3 |
RCB vs SRH at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
RCB and SRH have faced off 9 times at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, with RCB winning 3 and losing 6. SRH has dominated RCB at their home ground.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 9 |
| RCB Won | 3 |
| SRH Won | 6 |
RCB vs SRH at Neutral Venues
There have been 8 matches between SRH and RCB at neutral venues. Of those, RCB has won only 3 games, whereas the orange army has got the better of them 5 times.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 9 |
| RCB Won | 3 |
| SRH Won | 6 |
RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head Team Records
SRH and RCB have formed many records in their rivalry in terms of the team’s total. Let’s have a look at them.
Highest Team Total in RCB vs SRH Matches
SRH scored the IPL’s highest-ever team total against RCB, 287/3 in IPL 2024, where RCB nearly chased down the target by reaching 262/7.
| Team | Score | Run Rate | Result | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRH | 287/3 | 14.35 | Won | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | 15 Apr 2024 |
| RCB | 262/7 | 13.1 | Lost | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | 15 Apr 2024 |
| SRH | 231/2 | 11.55 | Won | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium | 31 Mar 2019 |
| SRH | 231/6 | 11.55 | Won | Ekana Stadium | 23 May 2025 |
| RCB | 227/4 | 11.35 | Won | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | 12 Apr 2016 |
Lowest Team Total in RCB vs SRH Matches
RCB’s lowest score against SRH stands at 68 runs, while Sunrisers Hyderabad’s lowest score against RCB stands at 125 runs.
| Team | Score | Run Rate | Result | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 68 | 4.2 | Lost | Brabourne Stadium | 23 Apr 2022 |
| RCB | 113 | 5.69 | Lost | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium | 31 Mar 2019 |
| RCB | 120/7 | 6 | Lost | Sharjah Stadium | 31 Oct 2020 |
| SRH | 125 | 6.46 | Lost | Wankhede Stadium | 8 May 2022 |
| RCB | 130/8 | 6.5 | Lost | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium | 7 Apr 2013 |
RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head Batting Records
Here are the batting records between SRH and RCB.
Best Batting Performances
The encounters between the two teams have so far spanned multiple centuries. The highest score among them is Jonny Bairstow’s 114, which came off just 56 balls in IPL 2019. His teammate, Henry Klassen, follows him with 104 runs.
| Player | Runs | Balls | SR | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonny Bairstow (SRH) | 114 | 56 | 204 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium |
| Henry Klassen (SRH) | 104 | 51 | 204 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium |
| Travis Head (SRH) | 102 | 41 | 249 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
| Virat Kohli (RCB) | 100 | 63 | 159 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium |
| David Warner (SRH) | 100* | 55 | 182 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium |
Most Runs in RCB vs SRH Matches
Virat Kohli leads the run-scoring chart in SRH vs RCB matches with 805 runs, showing strong consistency across many IPL seasons. David Warner follows with 647 runs and has been one of the most dangerous openers for Sunrisers Hyderabad in this rivalry.
| Batters | Inns. | Runs | Avg. | HS. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V Kohli (RCB) | 24 | 805 | 36.54 | 100 |
| DA Warner (SRH) | 13 | 647 | 59 | 100* |
| AB de Villiers (RCB) | 17 | 540 | 36 | 89* |
RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head Bowling Records
Now, let’s have a look at the head-to-head records in the bowling department.
Best Bowling Figures
Sri Lankan leg spinner Wanindu Hasaranga is the only player to take a five-wicket haul in a clash between these two teams. Hasaranga took 5 for 18 in IPL 2022 for RCB against SRH.
| Player | Figure | Economy | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanindu Hasaranga (RCB) | 5/18 | 4.5 | Wankhede Stadium |
| Mohammad Nabi (SRH) | 4/11 | 2.75 | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium |
| Shahbaz Ahmed (RCB) | 3/7 | 3.5 | Chepauk Stadium |
| T Natarajan (SRH) | 3/10 | 3.34 | Brabourne Stadium |
| Karn Sharma (SRH) | 3/17 | 4.25 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
Most Wickets in RCB vs SRH Matches
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is the top wicket-taker in the SRH vs RCB rivalry with 19 wickets. He is known for swinging the ball early and bowling well in the final overs, which has helped Sunrisers Hyderabad win many matches.
For Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Yuzvendra Chahal is the leading wicket-taker against SRH with 17 wickets.
| Bowlers | Innings | Wickets | Economy | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar(SRH/RCB) | 20 | 19 | 8 | 2/16 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal(RCB) | 16 | 17 | 8 | 3/18 |
| T Natarajan(SRH) | 8 | 12 | 8 | 3/10 |
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Conclusion: SRH Has Won 13 Matches Against RCB
The head-to-head record between SRH and RCB is 13-11, with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) having a slight advantage.
At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, SRH has performed well with 6 wins, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has won only 3 matches there. At the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB has the upper hand with 5 wins, while SRH has won 3 matches.
In individual records, Virat Kohli has scored the most runs in this rivalry with 805 runs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken the most wickets with 19 wickets.
This rivalry is very exciting, and with IPL 2026 starting with a match between these two teams, fans can expect more thrilling games in the future.
