Who will win SRH vs RR? Sunrisers Hyderabad lead the head-to-head 12-9 in 21 IPL meetings and have won 4 of their last 5 encounters against Rajasthan Royals.
However, RR are slight favorites with 1.80 odds due to their unbeaten run (4 wins from 4 matches) in IPL 2026. SRH are priced at 2.05 despite home advantage.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (200 runs, Orange Cap) has taken IPL 2026 by storm at just 15 years old. Meanwhile, Heinrich Klaasen (184 runs, 2 fifties) anchors SRH’s explosive batting lineup.
This blockbuster encounter at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on April 13, 2026, promises fireworks on a batting paradise.
What Time Does SRH vs RR IPL 2026 Match 21 Start?
SRH vs RR begins at 7:30 PM IST on Monday, April 13, 2026. The toss takes place at 7:00 PM IST. This evening fixture means dew will significantly impact the second innings.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad hosts this clash. This is SRH’s home fortress where they have won 5 of 6 meetings against RR historically.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | 21st Match, Indian Premier League 2026 |
| Teams | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals |
| Date | 13 April, 2026 |
| Timings | 7:30 PM IST • 2:00 PM GMT • 10:00 AM ET |
| Toss | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
What Are the SRH vs RR Match 21 Betting Odds?
Rajasthan Royals are slight favorites with 1.80 odds based on their unbeaten run in IPL 2026. SRH’s home advantage keeps them competitive at 2.05. Consequently, RR have approximately 55-60% win probability based on current form.
The betting market reflects RR’s superior bowling balance over SRH’s struggling attack.
| Platform | RR Win Odds | RR Win % | SRH Win Odds | SRH Win % | Toss Odds (RR) | Toss Odds (SRH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.78 | 56% | 2.05 | 49% | 1.90 | 1.90 |
| Stake | 1.82 | 55% | 2.00 | 50% | 1.91 | 1.89 |
| 4RABET | 1.75 | 57% | 2.10 | 48% | 1.88 | 1.92 |
| BetVibe | 1.80 | 56% | 2.05 | 49% | 1.90 | 1.90 |
| Parimatch | 1.78 | 56% | 2.06 | 49% | 1.91 | 1.89 |
What Is the SRH vs RR Head-to-Head Record?
SRH lead the head-to-head 12-9 in 21 IPL matches. Sunrisers have won 4 of their last 5 meetings against Royals. Moreover, SRH scored 286 against RR in IPL 2025—the second-highest total in IPL history.
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Venue Records: At Hyderabad, SRH have dominated with 5 wins in 6 meetings against RR. However, RR lead 6-5 at neutral venues. Additionally, the 2025 meeting produced 528 combined runs—one of the highest-scoring IPL matches ever.
Last 5 Meetings:
| Season | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPL 2025 | Hyderabad | SRH | 44 runs |
| IPL 2024 | Chennai (Qualifier 2) | SRH | 36 runs |
| IPL 2024 | Hyderabad | SRH | Last ball |
| IPL 2024 | Jaipur | RR | 20 runs |
| IPL 2023 | Hyderabad | RR | 72 runs |
What Are the Key Stats in SRH vs RR Rivalry?
Sanju Samson (now at CSK) leads all run-scorers with 764 runs in this rivalry. Jos Buttler’s 124 in 2021 remains the highest individual score in SRH vs RR matches. Additionally, Ishan Kishan’s 106* in 2025 is the highest by an SRH batter against RR.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads the bowling charts with 15 wickets against RR. His devastating spell in 2024 dismissed both Buttler and Samson for ducks in the very first over.
| Stat | Record Holder | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Most Runs (Active) | Jos Buttler (RR) | 354 runs |
| Most Wickets | Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH) | 15 wickets |
| Highest Team Score | SRH | 286/6 (2025) |
| Highest Individual | Jos Buttler (RR) | 124 (2021) |
| Lowest Team Score | RR | 102 (2014) |
Who Will Win SRH vs RR Match 21?
Rajasthan Royals should edge this contest despite SRH’s head-to-head dominance. RR’s unbeaten run (4 wins from 4) showcases their balanced squad. Their bowling attack featuring Jofra Archer (powerplay), Ravi Bishnoi (middle overs, 9 wickets), and Nandre Burger (death) is superior across all phases. Additionally, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 78 off 26 balls against RCB has transformed their top order.
SRH’s bowling has been their Achilles heel—Jaydev Unadkat (10.91 economy), Eshan Malinga (11.36), and Harshal Patel (12.26) have leaked runs consistently. Moreover, Pat Cummins’s absence (back injury) has hurt both leadership and death-over execution. Unless Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma produce another explosive partnership, RR’s superior balance should prevail.
Our Final Verdict: Who Wins SRH vs RR IPL 2026 Match 21?
Rajasthan Royals should win Match 21 against struggling Sunrisers Hyderabad. RR’s bowling attack is simply superior across all phases—Archer in powerplay, Bishnoi and Jadeja in middle overs, and Burger at death. Furthermore, Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal’s explosive opening partnership can chase any total on this batting paradise.
SRH’s inability to defend totals has cost them three matches already. Their bowling inconsistency and Pat Cummins’s absence make defending at Uppal significantly harder. Even SRH’s home advantage and head-to-head record cannot compensate for their current form slump. If RR win the toss and chase, they should win comfortably.
Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win Match 21 of IPL 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions: SRH vs RR Odds & Prediction
Rajasthan Royals are slight favorites with betting odds of 1.80 due to their unbeaten run in IPL 2026.
SRH lead 12-9 in 21 IPL matches. Sunrisers have won 4 of their last 5 encounters.
Sanju Samson (now at CSK) leads with 764 runs. Among active players, Jos Buttler has 354 runs.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads with 15 wickets against RR at SRH.
SRH scored 286/6 against RR in IPL 2025—the second-highest team total in IPL history.
No, Pat Cummins remains unavailable due to a back injury. Ishan Kishan is leading SRH in his absence.
SRH have 1 win and 3 losses from 4 matches, sitting 6th with 2 points.
RR are unbeaten with 4 wins from 4 matches, sitting 1st with 8 points.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR) leads with 200 runs, including a sensational 78 off 26 balls vs RCB.
Ravi Bishnoi (RR) leads with 9 wickets from 4 matches.
