IPL 2025: SRH Playoff Chances – Can Sunrisers Hyderabad still qualify for Top 4 spot?

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have had a rough run in IPL 2025, winning just two out of their seven matches so far. This poor performance has placed them near the bottom of the points table, putting immense pressure on the team. To keep their playoff hopes alive, SRH now needs to win the majority of their remaining games, making each upcoming match a must-win situation in this highly competitive season.

Their recent loss to Mumbai Indians (MI) proved costly, not just in terms of points but also in worsening their Net Run Rate (NRR). In the IPL, NRR plays a crucial role, especially when multiple teams are tied on points. A poor NRR can keep a team out of the playoffs, even if they have enough wins. This makes every run and wicket vital for SRH moving forward in the tournament.

While SRH’s bowling unit has shown glimpses of quality, their batting lineup has failed to consistently deliver. The team has struggled to produce balanced performances, often faltering in one department or the other. To stay in the playoff race, SRH will need both their bowlers and batters to rise to the occasion and perform as a cohesive unit in the remaining fixtures.

Matches Left for SRH

SRH still have seven matches to play in the league stage:

Home matches (in Hyderabad):

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Away matches:

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings in Chennai
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans in Ahemadabad
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangaluru in Bengaluru
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow

What SRH Needs to Do	How Many Matches to Win	Total Points	Chance of Reaching Playoffs	Why It Matters
Win all remaining matches	7 out of 7	18	Very High	Almost a sure shot. But winning every game from here is very tough.
Win 6 out of 7 matches	6 out of 7	16	Good	Good chance to qualify, especially if they win big and improve their run rate.
Win 5 out of 7 matches	5 out of 7	14	Maybe	Depends on how other teams perform and if SRH’s run rate is better than others.
Win 4 or fewer matches	4 or less	12 or less	Very Low	Very hard to qualify unless many unexpected things happen in other matches.

What SRH Needs to Do to Qualify

To qualify for the IPL 2025 playoffs, Sunrisers Hyderabad must aim to win at least six of their remaining seven matches. This would take them to 16 points, giving them a strong chance of making the top four. However, just winning may not be enough—they’ll need to ensure those victories come with significant margins to boost their Net Run Rate (NRR), which can be a crucial tiebreaker if multiple teams end the league stage with similar points.

Alongside chasing wins, SRH must focus on improving their consistency, especially in the batting department. While their bowlers have shown potential throughout the season, the batters haven’t delivered consistently. A balanced performance across departments is essential to convert close games into victories. With tough matches ahead, every player must step up and contribute, ensuring the team builds momentum and confidence. Winning consistently and maintaining a healthy NRR is SRH’s clearest path to securing a playoff spot this season.