DC Eye Playoff Push Against Eliminated SRH in Hyderabad Showdown
The IPL 2025 caravan heads to the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Monday, May 5, for Match 55, featuring Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) taking on Delhi Capitals (DC). With the playoff race heating up, both teams will step onto the field with contrasting agendas.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, are all but out of the playoff contention, having registered just three wins in 10 games. Their campaign has been marred by inconsistency, particularly in the top order and fast bowling department. In their previous outing, they suffered a 38-run defeat against Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring affair in Ahmedabad. With no pressure of qualification, SRH could look to play freely and potentially spoil the Capitals' plans.
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals find themselves in a tricky situation. Despite a strong start, their momentum has dipped significantly in the latter half of the season, with four defeats in their last six matches. Captain Axar Patel will be desperate for a turnaround as DC remains in the playoff hunt. The Capitals had earlier defeated SRH by seven wickets this season and will look to replicate that performance.
The pitch at Hyderabad promises another run-fest, with an average scoring rate of 11.28 this season. While seamers might get some movement early on, the surface heavily favours batters, especially in the powerplay. Spinners have struggled here, conceding over 10 runs per over. Toss will be crucial, and the winning captain may prefer to chase.
Given SRH’s dwindling form and DC’s higher stakes, Delhi Capitals enter as favourites. However, with SRH having nothing to lose, an upset can't be ruled out in what promises to be an entertaining contest.
