The IPL 2025 season continues with an electrifying clash as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 7 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, on March 27. This encounter holds significant importance, given the recent history between the two teams, particularly SRH’s record-breaking chase against LSG last season.
Match Preview
SRH and LSG come into this contest with contrasting journeys. While SRH retained a strong core from last season, LSG underwent major changes, including a leadership switch from KL Rahul. The visitors also face concerns over their injury-hit bowling lineup. Despite these challenges, they will aim to make an impact early in the tournament.
On the other hand, SRH, led by Pat Cummins, have shown dominance at home and will look to continue their momentum. With the pitch at Hyderabad known for high scores, another run-fest is on the horizon.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches: 4
LSG Wins: 3
SRH Wins: 1
At Hyderabad: 1-1
Team News & Strategy
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Injury/Availability: No injury concerns for SRH. The team is expected to stick to their winning combination.
Tactics & Key Match-Ups:
Nicholas Pooran’s explosive batting against spin could be countered by Adam Zampa, who has dismissed him twice in the IPL.
Mitchell Marsh, coming off a powerful innings against DC, could be a key threat if SRH’s pacers don’t execute their plans effectively.
Probable XII:
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Adam Zampa, Mohammed Shami, Simarjeet Singh
Lucknow Super Giants
Injury/Availability: Avesh Khan is fit and likely to replace Manimaran Sidharth in the XI. However, Akash Deep and Mayank Yadav remain unavailable.
Tactics & Key Match-Ups:
Shardul Thakur will play a crucial role in restricting Abhishek Sharma, having dismissed him twice in the IPL.
Leg-spinner Digvesh Rathi faces a tough test, as SRH boasts multiple left-handers who are strong against spin.
Probable XII:
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), David Miller, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Ravi Bishnoi, Digvesh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Prince Yadav
What to Expect?
Hyderabad’s flat pitch has been a batting paradise, with an average first-innings score of 216 in the last seven IPL matches. Given the firepower in both line-ups, another game with a combined total of 500+ runs is likely.
While SRH holds an edge with a settled squad and home advantage, LSG’s aggressive top order could make it a thrilling contest. With both teams looking to bounce back from recent setbacks, fans can expect an entertaining showdown under the lights in Hyderabad.
