Match Result
Sunrisers Hyderabad
won by 55 runs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
LostSRH
255/4(20 ov)
RCB
200/4(20 ov)
🕐 Fri, 22 May, 2026, 07:30 pm IST
📍 Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium witnessed an absolute masterclass as Sunrisers Hyderabad took on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a thrilling IPL 2026 encounter, with the home team ultimately emerging victorious by a convincing 55-run margin. In the end, it was SRH who came out on top, outplaying RCB in a match that will be remembered for its electrifying batting displays and disciplined bowling performances, as the IPL 2026 season continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
The match was a testament to the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, with SRH's decision to bat first after winning the toss proving to be a masterstroke, as they posted a formidable total thanks to some scintillating batting from the likes of Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen. The powerplay set the tone for the innings, with SRH's batsmen taking advantage of the fielding restrictions to accelerate their scoring rate, and the death overs proved to be particularly fruitful for the hosts, with wickets in hand and a high run rate allowing them to dictate terms. RCB's bowlers, on the other hand, struggled to stem the flow of runs, despite their best efforts, and the visitors were left with a daunting task as they chased a mammoth total in the second innings. The turning point came during SRH's innings, as they capitalized on the momentum gained during the powerplay to build a strong foundation, which ultimately proved too much for RCB to overcome. As the crowd watched in awe, SRH's batsmen made the most of the batting-friendly conditions at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, and the team's total proved to be a winning one, as RCB's batsmen, despite some impressive individual performances, were unable to mount a successful chase, with the likes of Rajat Patidar and Krunal Pandya putting up a valiant fight but ultimately falling short.
As the dust settles on this thrilling encounter, fans are left to ponder what might have been, with RCB supporters no doubt feeling a sense of heartbreak and disappointment, while SRH fans are basking in the glory of a well-deserved win. This result has significant implications for the points table, with SRH consolidating their position and RCB seeking to regroup and revive their campaign, and fans can catch all the action live on Watch IPL. With the IPL 2026 season hanging in the balance, the SRH vs RCB rivalry is about to get even more intense, so be sure to tune in to Watch IPL next time to catch the next epic encounter in the IPL 2026 season.
Full Scorecard
🪙 Toss: sunrisers hyderabad chose to bat
🏆 Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 55 runs
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Abhishek Sharma caught out | 56 | 22 | 4 | 5 | 254.6 |
Travis Head bowled | 26 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 162.5 |
Ishan Kishan caught out | 79 | 46 | 8 | 3 | 171.7 |
Heinrich Klaasen caught out | 51 | 24 | 2 | 5 | 212.5 |
Nitish Kumar Reddy* | 29 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 241.7 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 4 | 0 | 51 | 0 | 12.75 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 4 | 0 | 55 | 0 | 13.75 |
| Rasikh Salam Dar | 4 | 0 | 52 | 2 | 13.00 |
| Suyash Sharma | 3 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 12.00 |
| Romario Shepherd | 3 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 12.33 |
| Krunal Pandya | 2 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 12.00 |