SRH vs CSK, IPL 2026 Match 27: Head-to-Head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

Sunrisers Hyderabad will play against Chennai Super Kings in Match 27 of IPL 2026 on 18 April at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. Both teams have done well in previous games, and this particular match holds significance in terms of the points table.

Sunrisers Hyderabad are currently in the top four after a big win in their last match. They defeated Rajasthan Royals by 57 runs and improved their net run rate. Ishan Kishan played a brilliant knock of 91 runs. In bowling, debutants Praful Hinge (4 wickets) and Sakib Hussain (4 wickets) impressed everyone. SRH will look to continue this form and stay in the top spots.

Chennai Super Kings are also getting back into form. They have won their last two matches and are currently in 8th place on the table. In their previous match, they defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 32 runs. Their batting unit, including Sanju Samson, Dewald Brevis, and Ayush Mhatre, performed well. Noor Ahmad was the best bowler with 3 wickets. CSK will look to win again and move up in the standings.

SRH vs CSK: Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played: 22
Sunrisers Hyderabad Won: 7
Chennai Super Kings Won: 15
Tied: 0
No Result: 0

SRH vs CSK: Pitch Report

The pitch in Hyderabad is expected to be balanced, helping both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers and spinners may get some support from the surface. Since it is an afternoon match, the pitch could be dry due to hot and sunny weather. The ball might swing a little in the first few overs during the power play. Once batters are set they can score well. A first innings total of around 170 is likely here.

SRH vs CSK: Predicted Playing XIs

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):

Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (c), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora (wk), Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga

Impact Player: Sakib Hussain

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh

Impact Player: Mukesh Choudhary