Sunrisers Hyderabad will resume their IPL 2025 journey with a clash against Mumbai Indians in their next fixture. The two teams are set to meet in the 41st match of the tournament at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Wednesday, April 23.
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Ahead of the 2019 ODI World Cup in England and Wales, fan scorecards were quietly redesigned to register team totals up to 500—a direct response to England’s explosive new batting style on flat, batter-friendly pitches that threatened to redefine conventional scoring limits. Yet, the update proved overly ambitious. Across 48 matches in the tournament, not a single total surpassed 400, and only four innings crossed the 350 mark.
Fast forward nearly six years, and a similar wave of anticipation surrounded the start of IPL 2025. Conditions seemed ripe for a run-fest: the Impact Player rule had subtly reshaped team strategies, a fearless new generation of Indian batters had emerged, and pitch preparation had evolved into a precise craft. The hype machine was already humming. At a Sunrisers Hyderabad fan event before the season, Pat Cummins held up three fingers with a grin and teased the magic number: 300.
While Cummins may have been indulging the crowd, the dream felt within reach after SRH launched their campaign with a staggering 286 for 6—the second-highest total in IPL history. The performance supercharged the excitement. Dale Steyn, mirroring the early optimism, cheekily predicted a 300-run total when SRH were set to face Mumbai Indians on April 17 at the Wankhede. Given the stadium’s reputation, the forecast didn’t feel outlandish.
But when the day arrived, reality didn’t quite match the script. Wankhede served up its slowest track of the season—dry, sluggish, and wholly unexpected. SRH, seemingly content to bat first, never looked like the juggernaut from opening night. Instead, they resembled a side navigating unfamiliar terrain, struggling to replicate their earlier dominance.
The clash at Wankhede was, in many ways, a microcosm of the season—much like the 2019 ODI World Cup, which promised a run-scoring revolution but instead delivered a tournament of ebbs and flows. This IPL too has teased fireworks, only for batters’ power and intent to be tempered by late reverse swing and pinpoint yorkers.
Now, the stage shifts to Hyderabad for the rematch. SRH welcome Mumbai to their fortress, and a more reliable surface—possibly the infamous Pitch No. 2 at Uppal—could finally provide the canvas that Wankhede never did. A 300-run innings? April 23 might just be the night the dream takes flight. Then again, in a season that’s defied predictions at every turn, nothing is certain.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) always knew they were rolling the dice with their fearless, all-out batting strategy. It was a high-risk, high-reward approach that divided opinions—but nearly clinched them the IPL 2024 title. They had burst out of the blocks last season, winning five of their first seven games. In stark contrast, IPL 2025 has seen them stumble through the opening stretch, with the script flipped entirely.
Their blueprint for success has largely hinged on explosive starts from Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. But the very nature of that approach meant failures were inevitable. What’s been more concerning, especially in their most recent outing against the same opponents, is not quick dismissals—but the openers getting bogged down. For a team built to avoid the traps of conservative cricket, that’s a worse outcome than losing wickets early.
That stagnation at the top has exposed deeper cracks. Nitish Kumar Reddy is averaging just 21, and Heinrich Klaasen—usually a pillar in the middle order—has yet to cross 35 this season. When the openers don’t fire, SRH’s lack of middle-order stability becomes glaring.
And it doesn’t help that the bowling unit has failed to pick up the slack. Mohammed Shami’s average of 52.20 and Pat Cummins’ 36 are far from reassuring. The spin department, meanwhile, has struggled even more—claiming the fewest wickets and operating at the worst economy rate among all teams this season.
It’s been a season of fine margins, and for SRH, the bold blueprint that almost brought them glory last year is beginning to show its cracks.
Mumbai Indians (MI) find themselves in a familiar and favorable position amidst all the chaos. Over the last decade, they’ve built a legacy on slow starts and strong finishes—and IPL 2025 is shaping up to be no different. After managing just one win in their first five matches, MI turned things around with a hat-trick of victories that catapulted them to sixth on the table. Despite losing their first three away games, they made a statement by ending Delhi Capitals’ unbeaten run with a dramatic comeback.
Trent Boult has been a key figure in their revival, not just for his early swing with the new ball but also for smartly deploying his variations within the powerplay. Jasprit Bumrah, back from injury, is rediscovering his mojo—though in typical Bumrah fashion, he’s doing it with remarkable pace, precision, and control. The return of reverse swing, aided by the reintroduction of saliva to shine the ball, has given him an additional edge.
That could prove vital in Hyderabad, where the pitch is unlikely to offer the kind of assistance bowlers enjoyed at Wankhede. Still, under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy and with a seasoned bowling unit, MI have the tactical flexibility to adapt quickly to the conditions. Their ability to read the surface, rotate plans, and execute with experience might just give them the edge in a game where margin for error could be slim.
Hyderabad has firmly established itself as a batter’s paradise this season. With the highest strike rate for batters and the most sixes hit at any venue, it has lived up to its reputation as a high-scoring fortress. That trend sets the stage perfectly for two sides—MI and SRH—looking to unleash their firepower in a crucial clash.
MI’s batting fortunes have seen a dramatic uptick. In their first four games, their batters averaged 28.50 and scored at a run rate of 8.60. But in their last four matches, those numbers have surged to 36.04 and 10.25, respectively. Their aggression during the middle overs has been particularly impressive—they’ve scored at a rate of 10.51 since April 7, the best among all teams during that phase.
SRH, on the other hand, have relied heavily on their top-order, especially the explosive Abhishek Sharma. The left-hander has been in scintillating form, racking up seven T20 centuries—six of which have come since January 2023. His early assaults often set the tone for SRH’s innings.
However, not all SRH batters have thrived. Ishan Kishan, who announced his arrival with a blazing 47-ball ton on debut for the franchise, has struggled since. He’s managed only 32 runs in six innings—a worrying dip in form as the tournament progresses.
SRH’s biggest concern, though, lies in their spin department. Their spinners have managed just 7 wickets in 7 games—the worst return among all teams. For context, even the second-worst, Punjab Kings, have taken more than double that (16 wickets in 8 games).
As Hyderabad braces for another run-fest, Mumbai’s surging form and tactical edge may face their toughest test yet against an SRH side desperate to reclaim momentum at home.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians: Recent Form
Sunrisers Hyderabad LWLLL (last five matches, most recent first)
Mumbai Indians WWWLL
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians: Head-to-Head
MI 14 – 10 SRH
- Matches Played: 24
- Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad: 10
- Won by Mumbai Indians: 13
- Tied: 1
- No Result: 0
- First-ever Fixture: April 30, 2013
- Most-recent Fixture: April 17, 2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians: Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
SRH has struggled to find what they’ve been searching for at away venues, but Hyderabad offers the perfect conditions: a flat pitch with true bounce and an enthusiastic sea of orange in the stands. The chasing side has won three out of the four games at this venue this season, and while the weather will be hot, there’s no rain expected.
The pitch in Hyderabad is expected to be a run-fest, not just due to the usual nature of the ground, but also because SRH’s batters need to bounce back. With four scores over 240 already this season from eight innings, plenty of runs are on the cards. The evening will be warm, following a scorching day with a maximum temperature of 38°C.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians: Team News and Predicted XI
Sunrisers Hyderabad – Team News
The squad is injury-free at the moment. In their previous match, SRH opted for Rahul Chahar as their impact player due to the conditions, while Abhinav Manohar was left out after they chose to bat first. To bolster their lineup, they may bring Manohar back or consider introducing Atharva Taide.
Rohit Sharma played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 76 in MI’s most recent match, but prior to that, he had not faced much of a challenge past the PowerPlay. In the upcoming match, he’ll be up against two Sunrisers bowlers, Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami, who both have a strong track record against him. Cummins has dismissed Rohit five times, while Shami has him out three times in IPL history.
Sunrisers Hyderabad – Predicted XI
- Travis Head
- Abhishek Sharma
- Ishan Kishan
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Heinrich Klaasen (wk)
- Aniket Verma
- Abhinav Manohar/Atharva Taide
- Pat Cummins (capt)
- Harshal Patel
- Mohammed Shami
- Zeeshan Ansari
- Eshan Malinga/Wiaan Mulder
Mumbai Indians – Team News
Karn Sharma missed the previous match against CSK due to stitches on his right thumb, but he could be available for the upcoming game. Mumbai Indians are unlikely to make any changes following their recent victory, as all players are fit. They have a well-balanced lineup, featuring seven bowling options, including Will Jacks, and seven specialist batters, with Mitchell Santner providing depth at No. 8.
SRH’s recent victories have been largely driven by strong opening partnerships. The duo of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma has an impressive average of over 81 in wins, but just 18 in losses. Breaking this partnership early will be a key focus for MI, although it may not be easy. Trent Boult has only taken two wickets in the PowerPlay so far. However, he has favorable matchups against two of SRH’s top-three batters. Abhishek strikes at just around 100 against Boult (30 runs off 29 balls, with 2 dismissals), while Ishan Kishan, who bats one-down, has a worse record (43 runs off 46 balls, with 3 dismissals).
Mumbai Indians – Predicted XI
- Rohit Sharma
- Ryan Rickelton (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (capt)
- Naman Dhir
- Will Jacks
- Mitchell Santner
- Deepak Chahar
- Trent Boult
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Ashwani Kumar
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians: Players To Watch Out For
Nitish Reddy (Sunrisers Hyderabad)
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s form has significantly declined. In seven matches, he has accumulated 131 runs at an average of 21.33 and a strike rate of 113.91.
Additionally, he has yet to bowl this season. SRH likely requires a batter capable of playing long innings, but Reddy has struggled to fulfill that role so far.
Mitchell Santner (Mumbai Indians)
MI’s comeback victory against DC was largely inspired by Mitchell Santner’s crucial dismissal of Karun Nair. He bowled a brilliant delivery, pitched around middle and off, and clipped the top of off-stump, all at a pace of around 90ks.
However, Santner is versatile, capable of also delivering slower balls at 77ks that draw batters forward, leading to dismissals like the stumping he achieved against Chennai Super Kings’ Shaik Rasheed. His adaptability to bowl both defensively and aggressively, depending on the situation, makes him a highly effective fingerspinner, less reliant on specific conditions than many of his counterparts.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians: Prediction
Scenario 1
- Toss: Sunrisers Hyderabad win the toss and bat
- Powerplay Score: 75-85
- Sunrisers Hyderabad Total: 215-230
- Match Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad win the match
Scenario 2
- Toss: Mumbai Indians win the toss and bat
- Powerplay Score: 65-75
- Mumbai Indians Total: 230-245
- Match Result: Mumbai Indians win the match
When and Where To Watch Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details
The Indian Premier League 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday, April 23, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.
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FAQs
How has Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) performed in IPL 2025 so far?
SRH has struggled in the opening matches of IPL 2025, facing challenges with their batting and bowling, particularly in the middle order and spin department.
What has been Mumbai Indians’ (MI) turnaround in IPL 2025?
MI made a strong comeback after a slow start, winning three consecutive matches and showing improved performances in both batting and bowling, especially with players like Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah.
What is the key strength of SRH’s batting lineup?
SRH’s success has largely relied on explosive starts from openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, with Sharma averaging over 81 in victories.
Which players could make a difference for MI in their upcoming match?
Mitchell Santner’s versatile bowling and Rohit Sharma’s recent form, including an unbeaten 76 in their last game, could play crucial roles in MI’s strategy moving forward.
Why is Hyderabad considered a “batter’s paradise”?
The pitch at Hyderabad has the highest strike rate for batters and has witnessed the most sixes in IPL 2025, making it a high-scoring venue for teams like MI and SRH.
