Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals have met 21 times since SRH joined the IPL in 2013, creating one of cricket’s most competitive rivalries.
The Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals timeline shows SRH leading 12-9 overall, with recent matches becoming increasingly high-scoring thrillers.
Their first clash on April 27, 2013 saw RR win by eight wickets at Jaipur with a dominant performance. Since then, both franchises have traded victories across different venues, building a rivalry filled with memorable performances and record-breaking moments.
Complete Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals Match Timeline (2013-2025)
| Year | Date | Season | Venue | Result | Score | Key Player |
| 2013 | Apr 27 | 1 | Jaipur | RR by 8W | RR 152/2, SRH 144/9 | Shane Watson 98 |
| 2013 | Sep 8 | 1 | Hyderabad | SRH by 23R | SRH 157, RR 134 | Dale Steyn |
| 2014 | Apr 27 | 7 | Jaipur | RR by 8W | RR 162/2, SRH 130 | Shane Watson 56 |
| 2014 | May 10 | 7 | Hyderabad | SRH by 36R | SRH 161, RR 125 | Dale Steyn |
| 2015 | May 1 | 8 | Hyderabad | SRH by 4W | SRH 172/6, RR 169/8 | Venugopal Rao 43 |
| 2015 | May 11 | 8 | Jaipur | RR by 61R | RR 176/5, SRH 115 | Jos Buttler 53 |
| 2016 | Apr 26 | 9 | Jaipur | RR by 55R | RR 182/6, SRH 127 | Jos Buttler 71 |
| 2016 | May 14 | 9 | Hyderabad | SRH by 7W | SRH 175/3, RR 173 | Travis Head 48 |
| 2017 | Apr 14 | 10 | Hyderabad | RR by 5W | RR 162/5, SRH 162 | Sanju Samson 54 |
| 2017 | May 24 | 10 | Jaipur | SRH by 8W | SRH 176/2, RR 165 | Naman Ojha 64 |
| 2018 | Apr 10 | 11 | Jaipur | SRH by 5W | SRH 175/5, RR 172 | David Warner 63 |
| 2018 | May 9 | 11 | Hyderabad | RR by 7W | RR 160/3, SRH 124 | Sanju Samson 67 |
| 2019 | Mar 30 | 12 | Jaipur | SRH by 9W | SRH 162/1, RR 160 | David Warner 70 |
| 2019 | May 17 | 12 | Hyderabad | RR by 6W | RR 162/4, SRH 160 | Jos Buttler 63 |
| 2021 | May 2 | 14 | Jaipur | SRH by 11R | SRH 164, RR 153 | Manish Pandey 42 |
| 2022 | May 8 | 15 | Hyderabad | RR by 4W | RR 165/6, SRH 142 | Trent Boult 2/23 |
| 2023 | May 24 | 16 | Hyderabad | RR by 72R | RR 203/5, SRH 131/8 | Jos Buttler 54 |
| 2024 | May 2 | 17 | Hyderabad | RR by 2R | RR 181/9, SRH 179 | Sanju Samson 50 |
| 2024 | May 18 | Playoff | Chennai | SRH by 36R | SRH 175, RR 139 | Abhishek Sharma 42 |
| 2025 | Mar 23 | 18 | Hyderabad | SRH by 44R | SRH 286/6, RR 242/6 | Ishan Kishan 106 |
| 2025 | Apr TBD | 18 | Jaipur | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Head-to-Head Record and Statistics
Sunrisers Hyderabad lead 12-9 in their IPL head-to-head record with Rajasthan Royals across 21 completed matches.
At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, SRH dominate with an 8-5 record, averaging 175 runs while RR averages 164.
At Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, the record is perfectly balanced at 4-4, showing RR’s home advantage offers equal competition. SRH’s recent 44-run victory in March 2025 extended their lead to 12-9, their largest margin in this rivalry since 2019.
The gap narrows when examining recent form. In their last five meetings, both teams have won two matches each (one abandoned for RR in 2024).
This shows the rivalry has evolved into a more competitive affair than earlier seasons when SRH consistently dominated.
Top Performers Against Each Other
Sanju Samson holds the record for most runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad with 864 runs from 21 matches, averaging 54.0 with a strike rate exceeding 156. He’s the primary RR threat in this fixture and has delivered crucial performances in tight matches.
Jos Buttler occupies the second spot with 354 runs from 9 matches, averaging 44.3 with a strike rate of 165.4.
For detailed career statistics and head-to-head breakdowns, ESPN Cricinfo’s IPL database provides comprehensive player performance metrics against each opponent.
Ajinkya Rahane recorded 347 runs from 8 matches before moving to other franchises. His consistency against SRH proved him one of RR’s most reliable batsmen in this fixture.
Top Bowlers vs Each Other:
Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads all bowlers with 15 wickets from 18 matches for Sunrisers Hyderabad. His economy rate of 7.2 highlights exceptional consistency, and he’s the primary reason SRH maintain bowling control against RR’s attacking batsmen.
James Faulkner picked up 12 wickets in just 6 matches for RR, earning the distinction of taking two five-wicket hauls against SRH within 20 days in IPL 2013.
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His 5/20 in the first-ever meeting and 5/16 in their fourth match make him the standout bowler in this rivalry.
Yuzvendra Chahal has 11 wickets from 19 matches with an economy rate of 7.5. Trent Boult recorded 9 wickets across 8 matches, providing crucial breakthroughs in middle overs for RR.
| Bowler | Team | Matches | Wickets | Economy | Average |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 18 | 15 | 7.2 | 21.6 |
| James Faulkner | RR | 6 | 12 | 6.8 | 15.2 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 19 | 11 | 7.5 | 28.0 |
| Trent Boult | RR | 8 | 9 | 7.8 | 23.4 |
Venue-Specific Breakdown
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has hosted 13 of 20 completed matches between these teams.
SRH hold 8-5 advantage there with higher averages, exploiting home advantage and ground familiarity across multiple seasons.
Matches at this venue consistently exceed 350 combined runs. The 2025 encounter produced 528 combined runs, setting a new record with SRH’s 286 and RR’s 242 in a thrilling contest at this venue.
Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur has split perfectly 4-4 between both teams. Historical venue performance data and ground-specific insights are available on the Official IPL Website, which maintains comprehensive records of all matches played at each stadium.
RR remain unbeaten away from home in early season matches, though this record has been tested in recent years. The venue advantage at Jaipur typically manifests as RR reaching totals above 170 across both innings and chase scenarios.
Milestone Moments and Records
Rajasthan Royals’ largest victory came in May 2023, defeating SRH by 72 runs at Hyderabad. RR scored 203/5 with Buttler’s 54 and Samson’s contribution driving the total, while SRH managed only 131/8 despite batting second.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s biggest win occurred in March 2025, a 44-run triumph on a record-breaking 286 total. Ishan Kishan’s unbeaten 106 and Travis Head’s 67 powered the hosts to the second-highest IPL total of all time.
James Faulkner etched his name into history with two five-wicket hauls against SRH within 20 days in IPL 2013. His 5/20 in their opening encounter and 5/16 in their fourth match make him the only Royals bowler with multiple five-fers against this opponent.
Ishan Kishan’s unbeaten 106 in March 2025 marked his first IPL century and SRH’s highest individual score against RR. Jos Buttler’s 124-run knock in April 2025 remains the highest individual IPL score by any player, scored against SRH at Delhi.
Recent Encounters and 2025 Season
Sunrisers Hyderabad eliminated Rajasthan Royals from IPL 2024 playoffs with a 36-run victory in Qualifier 2. SRH’s 175 at Chennai proved too much as RR managed only 139, ending the Royals’ championship hopes that season.
The teams resumed their rivalry in IPL 2025’s opening week at Hyderabad on March 23. SRH dominated with 286/6, powered by Ishan Kishan’s unbeaten 106 and Travis Head’s 67.
RR fought back with 242/6 from Sanju Samson’s 47 and Dhruv Jurel’s 40, falling 44 runs short. An upcoming Jaipur clash later in the 2025 season will give RR their home-ground opportunity for revenge.
FAQs
What is the head-to-head record between SRH and RR?
Sunrisers Hyderabad lead 12-9 in 21 IPL matches since 2013. SRH dominate at home venues while RR compete equally at Jaipur, creating a balanced rivalry.
Who has scored the most runs in SRH vs RR matches?
Sanju Samson holds the record with 864 runs from 21 matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad, averaging 54.0 with a strike rate exceeding 156 runs per 100 balls.
Which bowler has taken the most wickets against RR?
Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads with 15 wickets for Sunrisers Hyderabad across 18 matches. His economy rate of 7.2 highlights exceptional consistency in this rivalry.
What was the biggest win in SRH vs RR history?
Rajasthan Royals won by 72 runs in May 2023 at Hyderabad, scoring 203/5 while restricting SRH to 131/8 in a dominant performance.
Where do SRH and RR most often play each other?
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad has hosted 13 matches with SRH leading 8-5. Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur has hosted 8 matches split 4-4 between both teams.
What happened in their 2024 playoff match?
SRH defeated RR by 36 runs in Qualifier 2 at Chennai, scoring 175 while RR managed 139. This eliminated RR from playoff contention that season.
How many times has each team won at home?
At Hyderabad venues, SRH won 8 of 13 matches completed. At Jaipur venues, both teams won 4 matches each, showing perfectly balanced competition at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
Who won the SRH vs RR match in IPL 2025?
Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 44 runs on March 23, 2025 at Hyderabad. SRH scored 286/6 while RR managed 242/6, marking a record-breaking high-scoring encounter.
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