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IPL 2026 Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium pitch report: Batting and bowling records, average scores and chances of dew in Hyderabad
TL;DR
Sunrisers Hyderabad will host Kolkata Knight Riders at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, aiming for a sixth consecutive win. KKR, recovering from a poor start, seeks to continue their winning streak against SRH.
Key points
- Sunrisers Hyderabad hosts Kolkata Knight Riders
- SRH is on a five-match winning streak
- KKR has won two consecutive matches
- Pitch report indicates good conditions for batting and bowling
- Dew conditions are a factor in Hyderabad
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Sunrisers Hyderabad will march into the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium this Sunday, brimming with confidence on the back of a five-match winning streak, when they host Kolkata Knight Riders.
SRH are on a roll at the moment and they would now hope to build on the momentum and make it six wins in a row when they face KKR at home.
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Meanwhile, KKR, after a disastrous start, have stitched together two wins on the trot against Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants.
They are gradually finding their rhythm, and with prominent names like Sunil Narine and Rinku Singh getting back to form, they might stop SRH's juggernaut.
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Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium pitch report: Is it a batting or bowling wicket in Hyderabad?
The Rajiv Gandhi International is generally considered to be one of the best venues for batsmen. However, the pitch also supports bowlers, especially spinners, if the track is utilised properly.
What are the chances of dew at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL?
There are very low chances of dew in Hyderabad during the peak summer months of April and May.
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What is the highest score by a team at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL?
SRH hold the record for the highest team score on the ground as they put up 286/6 on the board against Rajasthan Royals in 2025.
What is the lowest score by a team at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL?
The lowest total recorded at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium to date was a score of 80 all out, posted by the Delhi Capitals during a game against SRH in 2013.
What is the average score at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL?
The average first-innings score at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is 166.
What is the highest individual score at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL?
Q&A
What are the average scores at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL 2026?
The average scores at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium vary, but specific figures for IPL 2026 are not detailed in the current report.
What is the pitch report for IPL matches at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium?
The pitch report indicates favorable conditions for both batting and bowling, with specifics on dew conditions not provided.
How has Sunrisers Hyderabad performed recently in IPL 2026?
Sunrisers Hyderabad is currently on a five-match winning streak as they prepare to face Kolkata Knight Riders.
What is Kolkata Knight Riders' recent form in IPL 2026?
Kolkata Knight Riders have recently won two matches in a row after a poor start to the season.
