Sunrisers Hyderabad will take on Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026 at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on May 3. The match starts at 3:30 p.m. IST. SRH aims to temporarily top the standings with a win, while KKR is desperate for points to secure a playoff berth.
SRH has won their last five matches in the tournament. Their captain, Pat Cummins, won the toss and elected to bat first. KKR seeks revenge after losing to SRH in the first leg at Eden Gardens.
Key statistics:
- SRH’s current win probability is 46%.
- KKR’s win probability stands at 54%.
- SRH has achieved five consecutive wins in IPL 2026.
This match is crucial for both teams’ playoff chances. KKR must win all remaining matches to secure a playoff spot. If SRH bats first, predictions estimate they will score between 215 and 225 runs. Conversely, if KKR bats first, they are projected to score between 195 and 205 runs.
Quotes from analysts:
“It’s a must-win clash for KKR if they want to remain in the hunt for a playoff spot.” and “Sunrisers Hyderabad to secure a victory.”.
