IPL 2024 – Match 18: SRH vs CSK Pitch Report of Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium with Stats and Records

Sunrisers Hyderabad scored 277 runs at this pitch in their previous match at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

On April 5th, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are set to compete at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad. This match marks the fourth encounter for both teams in IPL 2024.

Both teams will enter this match following defeats in their previous outings. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) suffered a loss against Gujarat Titans, while Chennai Super Kings (CSK) were defeated by Delhi Capitals. CSK currently holds the third position in the standings, whereas SRH finds themselves in sixth place.

In the points table, Hyderabad sits at number 6 with 2 points from 3 matches and a Net Run Rate (NRR) of +0.204, while Chennai holds the third position with 4 points from 3 matches and an NRR of +0.976.

CSK vs SRH: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report

In the initial matches, the Hyderabad pitch favoured the batter. SRH managed to score 277 against Mumbai Indians. 

The batters enjoy playing here as the ball comes on nicely to the bat. The dew factor might impact the choice of the captains.

Expectations are that the pitch will maintain its batting-friendly nature, potentially setting the stage for a high-scoring contest, with top-notch batters from both teams likely to capitalise on the conditions.

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Stats in the IPL

  • Total Matches: 72
  •  Batting 1st Won: 32
  •  Batting 2nd Won: 40 
  • Highest Total: 277/3 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians in 2024
  • Lowest Total: 80 all out by Delhi Daredevils vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2013

SRH Record at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium

  • Matches Played: 52
  • Won: 32
  • Lost: 20
  • Won Batting First: 14
  • Won Chasing: 18

CSK Record at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium

  • Matches Played: 6
  • Won: 3
  • Lost: 3
  • Won Batting First: 3
  • Won Chasing: 0

CSK vs SRH Key Stats

  • Out of the 19 matches played between the two sides, CSK emerged victorious in 14, including four out of the last five encounters.
  • MS Dhoni has scored almost 500 runs against SRH and is the leading run-scorer for his side.
  • Bhuvaneshwar Kumar has taken 10 wickets and is next to former CSK player DJ Bravo who has taken 18 wickets.
  • CSK has not been able to chase any total here and has lost all three matches while chasing at this venue.