As the IPL 2024 playoffs race intensifies, game 65 will see Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) facing off against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
Gujarat Titans’ playoff chances have taken a hit following a rain-washed match against Kolkata Knight Riders. Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad, with seven wins out of twelve matches and 14 points, need at least one more victory in their upcoming clashes to secure a playoff spot.
Here’s a quick rundown of match predictions, tips, and top players to watch for the SRH vs GT showdown. 
SRH vs GT: Head-to-Head Stats
The Sunrisers have won just a solo game against their upcoming opposition while the Titans have been triumphant thrice in four matches.
SRH vs GT: Pitch Report
The surface is a run-scoring ground, and the batters enjoy their time if they can negate the early new ball swing. The spinners do not get much help, and bowlers need to be clever.
Matches: 76
Matches Won batting first: 34
Matches won batting second: 42
Average first innings total: 195 (IPL 2024)
Average runs per wicket: 26.80
Highest total: 277/3 by SRH vs MI, in 2024.
Venue Stats:
SRH vs GT: Toss Predictions
The toss-winning captain may choose to bat first, pile up runs and ask the opposition to chase it down. There is less chance of dew in this game.
SRH vs GT: Match Facts
- SRH openers- Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head are the only openers to have strike rate over 200 in IPL 2024.
- B Sai Sudharsan is the fourth-highest run-getter in the tournament.
- This is going to be the first match between GT and SRH in Hyderabad.
SRH vs GT: Top Batters Predictions
B Sai Sudharsan (GT): The southpaw notched up a brilliant ton in their last complete game. Sudharsan is also the fourth highest run-getter of the mega-event with 527 runs from twelve innings, averaging 47.91 with a strike rate of 141.29. He may be a slow starter but tends to accelerate quickly after settling.
Travis Head (SRH): One of the most aggressive openers in recent times, Travis Head has lit up the tournament with his assaulting approach. Head has smashed 533 runs from eleven innings at an average of 53.30 and a strike rate of 201.89. He has often stormed around the park with his ferocious batting and has a great record at the venue.
SRH vs GT: Top Bowler Predictions
Mohit Sharma (GT): despite getting whacked for aplenty during the middle phase of the tourney, Mohit Sharma bounced back with a three-fer in their last game against Chennai Super Kings. He has a good slower one and bouncer that can often befuddle the opposition.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH): The swing king of India has found his mojo back and looks in terrific control of the cricket ball of late. Bhuvneshwar covered up his rocky start with an impressive performance, not just with the new hard SG but also with his exceptional slog-over bowling skills.
SRH vs GT: Winner Predictions
The Sunrisers Hyderabad are favourites to win the battle but the Titans would look to end the season with some pride. However, the Orange Army have dominated oppositions at their home and so SRH could be the likely winner.
SRH vs GT: Predictions
According to parimatch, the home side could score over 76.5 inside eight overs (1.71), courtesy of the intent Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head have been showcasing this season. Meanwhile, the opposition i.e. GT have a solid opening pair that tends to play risk free strokes and could set up for a score of over 120.5 (1.71) in 15 overs. This is another reason why GT’s opening stand is expected to be over 29.5 (1.85) in the contest.
