RR VS SRH: IPL 2023 52nd Pre-match Predictions

The pre-match predictions for the 52nd game of the IPL 2023 season between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). A panel of experts are discussing the strengths and weaknesses of both teams and making their predictions for the match outcome.

The Rajasthan Royals will lock horns with the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 52nd match of the TATA Indian Premier League 2023. Both the teams are high on confidence and would look to translate their momentum into two more valuable points in the initial stages of the league. Both teams have found their combination right and Rajasthan Royals stand in the top half of the points table.

Basic information about the match:

🗓️ Date07-May-23
⏰ Time7:30 PM
🏏 TeamsRajasthan Royals VS Sunrisers Hyderabad
⚡ Match52
🏟️ VenueJaipur

RR Players List and Roles

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) players list and their respective roles for the cricket match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The list includes the player's name, jersey number, and position such as batsman, bowler, all-rounder, or wicket-keeper.
PlayerRole
Riyan ParagAll-Rounder
Jason HolderAll-Rounder
Donovan FerreiraAll-Rounder
Akash VashishtAll-Rounder
Abdul PAAll-Rounder
Jos ButtlerBatsman
Yashasvi JaiswalBatsman
Shimron HetmyerBatsman
Devdutt PadikkalBatsman
Joe RootBatsman
Sanju Samson (c)Batsman/Wicket-keeper
Dhruv JurelBatsman/Wicket-keeper
R. AshwinBowler
Trent BoultBowler
KC CariappaBowler
Sandeep SharmaBowler
Yuzvendra ChahalBowler
Navdeep SainiBowler
Obed McCoyBowler
Kuldeep SenBowler
Kuldip YadavBowler
Adam ZampaBowler
KM AsifBowler
Murugan AshwinBowler
Kunal RathoreWicket-keeper

SRH Players List and Roles

The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) players list and their respective roles for the cricket match against Rajasthan Royals (RR). The list includes the player's name, jersey number, and position such as batsman, bowler, all-rounder, or wicket-keeper.
PlayerRole
Abdul SamadBatter
Umran MalikBowler
Washington SundarAll-Rounder
Rahul TripathiBatter
Abhishek SharmaAll-Rounder
Kartik TyagiBowler
T NatarajanBowler
Bhuvneshwar KumarBowler
Aiden Markram (c)Batter
Marco JansenBowler
Glenn PhillipsBatter/Wicket-keeper
Fazalhaq FarooqiBowler
Harry BrookBatter
Mayank AgarwalBatter
Heinrich KlaasenWicket-keeper
Adil RashidBowler
Mayank MarkandeBowler
Vivrant SharmaAll-Rounder
Samarth VyasAll-Rounder
Sanvir SinghAll-Rounder
Upendra Singh YadavWicket-keeper
Mayank DagarBowler
Nitish Kumar ReddyAll-Rounder
Akeal HoseinBowler
Anmolpreet SinghBatter

First Face-Off

The first face-off between cricket teams Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The players are lined up on opposite sides of the pitch, with the umpires in the background.

Rajasthan Royals emerged as the winners of the first-ever IPL, the 2008 edition, while the Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged as the champions of the 2016 edition. It was in the 2013 edition that both teams met each other for the first time. Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious in that match held on 27 April 2013 by 8 wickets because of amazing performances by Shane Watson and James Faulkner.

Previous IPL Results

Both teams have faced each other 16 times in TATA IPL including in the final of the 2022 edition. They share an extremely close record as both teams have won 8 out of these 16 matches each and it is going to be a fierce rivalry to watch out for. 

Previous Results

DateWinnerMarginVenue
29-Mar-2022Rajasthan Royals61 RunsPune
27-Sep-2021Sunrisers Hyderabad7 WicketsDubai
2-May-2021Rajasthan Royals55 RunsDelhi
22-Oct-2020Sunrisers Hyderabad8 WicketsDubai
11-Oct-2020Rajasthan Royals5 WicketsDubai
27-Apr-2019Rajasthan Royals7 WicketsJaipur
29-Mar-2019Sunrisers Hyderabad5 WicketsHyderabad
29-Apr-2018Sunrisers Hyderabad11 RunsJaipur
9-Apr-2018Sunrisers Hyderabad9 WicketsHyderabad
6-May-2015Sunrisers Hyderabad7 RunsMumbai
15-Apr-2015Rajasthan Royals6 WicketsVisakhapatnam
7-May-2014Sunrisers Hyderabad32 RunsAhmedabad
17-Apr-2014Rajasthan Royals4 WicketsAbu Dhabi
21-May-2013Rajasthan Royals4 WicketsDelhi
16-May-2013Sunrisers Hyderabad23 RunsHyderabad
26-Apr-2013Rajasthan Royals8 WicketsJaipur

Pre-match Analysis

Pre-match analysis for the cricket match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). There are several experts discussing the players, strategies, and strengths of both teams.

Both teams are looking in amazing form and would like to continue the same. Almost all batters and bowlers of both teams have shown glimpses of their abilities and have helped the team by contributing at different stages of the various matches they have played. It is going to be a thrilling contest as both teams of a high calibre will be up against each other.    

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Jos Butler has shown why he is regarded as one of the most dangerous batters in T20 cricket. He struck every ball that came his way and showed his power and skills for the Rajasthan Royals in various matches over the years. This is why he may be the best batter of the match between the Rajasthan Royals and the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Probable the Best Bowler of the Match

Yuzvendra Chahal has trapped multiple batters in the magic of his spin bowling. He has bowled economically and has also picked up wickets at crucial moments to ensure that Rajasthan Royals restrict the opponent from scoring runs. The leggie is in red-hot form. This is why he may be the best bowler of the match between the Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. 

Match Details

Rajasthan Royals will be up against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 52nd Match of TATA Indian Premier League 2023 from the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on 7th May 2023. For the viewers, the match will be telecast live at 7:30 pm on Star Sports network on television and Jio Cinema on your mobile handset.

Pitch Report

The Sawai Mansingh Stadium’s pitch is always slightly green, and the pacers have some movement in the first few overs of the game. The SMS stadium has one of the largest outfields in the world, which the spinners may use to their advantage during middle overs. Once the surface is in place, the batters will be able to play their strokes since the wicket has a proper bounce and the outfield is also pretty quick. Because it is tough to smash sixes at this venue, both teams’ hitters will concentrate on the boundaries, and the larger ground size will enable them to make some runs as well.

Today’s match prediction: Final Thoughts

It looks like we are in store for a cracker of a contest between both sides who have performed immensely well till now. Both the teams have quality spin attacks for the pitch and it will be dependent on the batsmen to turn the game. Seeing the form and home advantage, it looks like Rajasthan Royals might end up winning this match.