SRH vs DC IPL 2025 Match Prediction: Weather Forecast, Pitch Report & Probable Playing XI

Hyderabad, India — May 5, 2025: The 55th match of the IPL 2025 season is all set to be a playoff-defining encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. With both teams vying for a playoff spot, this evening clash at 7:30 PM IST promises high-stakes cricket action.

SRH vs DC

Weather Forecast for Hyderabad

Cricket fans can breathe easy, as weather conditions in Hyderabad are expected to be clear and dry:

• Temperature: Around 35°C

• Rain Probability: 0%

• Humidity: Moderate

• Wind Speed: Light breeze

No interruptions are expected, ensuring a full 20-over game with smooth playing conditions under the lights.

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch & Venue Stats

The pitch at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium has a reputation for producing high-scoring matches, though recent games have also shown some help for bowlers, especially under lights.

• Total IPL matches played: 82

• Batting first wins: 35

• Chasing wins: 46

• Highest total: 286 (by SRH)

• Lowest total: 80

Chasing teams hold a better record, suggesting the toss winner might opt to bowl first.

Probable Playing XI for SRH vs DC Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Probable XI

Abhishek Sharma

Travis Head

Ishan Kishan (wk)

Heinrich Klaasen

Aniket Verma

Kamindu Mendis

Nitish Kumar Reddy

Pat Cummins (c)

Harshal Patel

Jaydev Unadkat

Zeeshan Ansari / Mohammad Shami

Note: SRH’s combination balances strong overseas firepower with domestic bowling depth.

Delhi Capitals (DC) Probable XI

Faf du Plessis

Abhishek Porel (wk)

Karun Nair

KL Rahul

Axar Patel (c)

Tristan Stubbs

Viparaj Nigam

Mitchell Starc

Kuldeep Yadav

Dushmantha Chameera

Mukesh Kumar / Ashutosh Sharma

Note: DC relies on its all-rounders and pace trio to challenge SRH’s aggressive top order.

Match Prediction & Key Players to Watch

With both teams in strong form and battling for playoff contention, this could be one of the most closely contested matches of the season.

• Players to Watch:

  • SRH: Travis Head, Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins

  • DC: Faf du Plessis, Axar Patel, Mitchell Starc

• Prediction: On current form and home advantage, Sunrisers Hyderabad may have a slight edge — especially if they chase.