Sunrisers Hyderabad need a win against Gujarat Titans to rise to number one in the standings with 15 points.
The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will bowl first after winning the toss at Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad. Captain Pat Cummins chose to bowl as SRH aim to continue their strong run, having won six of their last seven matches. They made one change, bringing in seamer Praful Hinge, while the Gujarat Titans fielded an unchanged side after securing four consecutive wins ahead of this clash.
Shubman Gill, Gujarat Titans’ captain, praised the pitch as batting-friendly, calling it an improvement over recent matches. In the last two games at this venue, teams batting first scored just 155 and 163 runs for nine wickets.
Gujarat Titans have dominated SRH here, winning all three meetings since 2023, making this a tough challenge for the visitors.
This match holds major playoff implications, as both teams are tied on 14 points after 11 games. A win would push the winning team to the top of the points table, while a loss could complicate their path to qualification.
SRH’s decision to bowl first sets up a high-pressure contest where early breakthroughs will be crucial.