What is SRH’s head-to-head record against RCB?
The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set to heat up with a thrilling encounter between SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday. As the two teams gear up to face each other, cricket enthusiasts are eager to know the head-to-head record between the two franchises. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the stats and explore SRH’s head-to-head record against RCB.
A Look at the History
SRH and RCB have faced each other 24 times in the IPL, making their head-to-head record one of the most intriguing in the league. Interestingly, the first match between the two teams ended in a tie in 2013. Since then, both teams have won 12 matches each, leaving the overall record evenly poised.
A glance at the statistics reveals that SRH has won 7 matches at home, while RCB has emerged victorious in 5 matches. On the road, RCB has a slight edge, having won 7 matches to SRH’s 5.
RCB’s Highest and Lowest Scores
RCB’s highest score against SRH is 262, which they achieved in 2016. On the other hand, their lowest score is a meager 68, which they managed in 2014. SRH, on the other hand, has scored their highest total against RCB of 207/7 in 2019, while their lowest score is 57/8 in 2014.
Recent Form
In their last 5 matches against each other, SRH has won 3 matches, while RCB has emerged victorious in 2 matches. SRH’s recent victories have come in 2020 (by 5 wickets), 2021 (by 6 wickets), and 2022 (by 6 runs). RCB’s wins, on the other hand, have come in 2020 (by 8 wickets) and 2022 (by 7 wickets).
Key Players
Some key players have played a significant role in SRH’s and RCB’s matches against each other. For SRH, players like David Warner, Kane Williamson, and Rashid Khan have been instrumental in their victories. Warner, in particular, has been in great form against RCB, scoring 523 runs at an average of 52.30 and a strike rate of 131.25.
For RCB, players like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Glenn Maxwell have been crucial in their victories. Kohli has scored 641 runs at an average of 32.15 and a strike rate of 125.50, while de Villiers has amassed 531 runs at an average of 53.10 and a strike rate of 141.94.
Predictions
As the two teams face off on Friday, it’s difficult to predict a clear winner. Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, and the match is likely to be a close contest. However, given SRH’s recent form and their strong batting lineup, they might have an edge over RCB.
Conclusion
SRH and RCB’s head-to-head record against each other is a testament to the intense rivalry between the two teams. With 12 wins each and a tied match to their credit, the two teams are evenly matched. As they face off on Friday, fans can expect a thrilling contest that will go down to the wire. Will SRH continue their winning streak, or will RCB bounce back to victory? Only time will tell.
Source: https://stats.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/stats/index.html
