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IPL 2026 • Match 45
Sunrisers HyderabadSunrisers HyderabadHome
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Kolkata Knight RidersKolkata Knight RidersAway
3 May 2026 03:30 pm IST Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad

SRH vs KKR Match Preview

SRH host KKR in a double-header afternoon game at Uppal. Travis Head vs Varun Chakravarthy — the most exciting batting vs bowling matchup of this round.

Why You Should Watch This Match

  • 1Double-header day — first match in afternoon conditions
  • 2Travis Head vs Varun Chakravarthy — power vs mystery
  • 3KKR defending champions vs SRH runners-up — last year's final replay
  • 4Liam Livingstone's power-hitting at Uppal

SRH vs KKR Head to Head Record

12
SRH Wins
22
Total Matches
10
KKR Wins
55%
45%
View detailed head-to-head stats

Uppal Pitch Report

BalancedAvg 1st Innings: 170-185

Uppal in afternoon conditions plays fair for both sides. Scores of 170-185 are expected.

Toss Decision

No strong toss preference in afternoon at Uppal.

Key Player Battle

Travis Head vs Varun Chakravarthy

Sunrisers Hyderabad

SRH Key Players

  • Travis Head
  • Heinrich Klaasen
  • Pat Cummins
  • Abhishek Sharma
  • Liam Livingstone
Kolkata Knight Riders

KKR Key Players

  • Sunil Narine
  • Ajinkya Rahane
  • Varun Chakravarthy
  • Rinku Singh
  • Finn Allen

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is SRH vs KKR IPL 2026?

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2026 Match 45 is scheduled for 3 May 2026 at 03:30 pm IST at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad.

What is the SRH vs KKR head to head record?

In 22 IPL encounters, Sunrisers Hyderabad leads 12-10. There have been 0 no results.

What is the pitch report for SRH vs KKR at Uppal?

Uppal in afternoon conditions plays fair for both sides. Scores of 170-185 are expected.

Who will win SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match 45?

Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.

What is the average score at Uppal?

The average first innings score at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad is approximately 170-185. Both bat and ball are competitive at this venue.

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Last updated: 22 May 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.