Here’s the match preview for the 41st match of IPL 2025 between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI), scheduled for April 23, 2025, at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad:
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Match Overview
- Result: Yet to begin
- Start Time: 7:30 PM IST
Match Info
- SRH’s Last Match: Sunrisers Hyderabad have struggled this season, winning only two out of their seven matches. They lost their last game against Mumbai Indians earlier this season by four wickets.
- MI’s Last Match: Mumbai Indians have picked up momentum after a shaky start, securing three consecutive wins. They are currently sixth on the points table with four wins from eight matches.
Squads
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Key Players: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami, Eshan Malinga.
- Impact Player: Rahul Chahar.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Key Players: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwani Kumar.
- Impact Player: Rohit Sharma.
Venue Guide
- Stadium: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
- Pitch: A batting-friendly surface with high-scoring games expected. Teams chasing have had a slight advantage due to the dew factor.
Live Streaming Guide
- TV Channels: Star Sports Network.
- Online Streaming: JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.
Key Players to Watch
SRH
- Travis Head: Leading run-scorer for SRH with 242 runs in seven matches.
- Pat Cummins: SRH captain and a key bowler.
- Heinrich Klaasen: A dangerous middle-order batter with a strike rate of 180.20.
MI
- Suryakumar Yadav: Has 460 IPL runs against SRH at a strike rate of 151.81.
- Jasprit Bumrah: MI’s pace spearhead with 18 wickets in 16 matches against SRH.
- Hardik Pandya: MI captain, leading from the front with 58 runs and 1 wicket in their last match against SRH.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches: 24
- MI Wins: 14
- SRH Wins: 10
- Last Encounter: MI defeated SRH by four wickets earlier this season.
Weather and Pitch Conditions
- Weather: Clear skies with temperatures around 36°C.
- Pitch: A high-scoring surface with some assistance for bowlers in the second innings.
Conclusion
Both teams are fighting for crucial points. Mumbai Indians will look to extend their winning streak, while Sunrisers Hyderabad aim to turn things around at home. Expect an exciting contest!