SRH vs RR Dream11 Prediction [Source: @CricCrazyJohns, @digital_marwadi/x.com]
The IPL 2025 caravan is rolling and one of the juiciest fixtures in the early half of the tournament is ready to light up Hyderabad. Sunrisers Hyderabad, the most entertaining side of IPL 2024, are back at their fortress, the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, and they will kick off their campaign against a fired-up Rajasthan Royals unit on Sunday, March 23 at 3:30 PM IST.
SRH were heartbreak heroes last year. They shone all season, turned heads with their fearless approach and came within touching distance of the title before falling at the final hurdle. But make no mistake, this SRH squad is even more dangerous now. With batters like Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen, and a bowling unit led by Cummins, Shami, Rahul Chahar and Harshal Patel, this team is stacked.
Rajasthan Royals are no pushovers either. They have handed the captaincy reins to Riyan Parag for the initial few games with Sanju Samson set to play as a pure batter while recovering from an injury. But with names like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Rana and a bowling line-up that features Jofra Archer, Hasaranga, Sandeep Sharma and Theekshana, they’re bringing the firepower too.
And when these two collide, there’s always fantasy gold up for grabs. So here are the top three captain and vice-captain choices for SRH vs RR IPL 2025 match.
3. Abhishek Sharma
Why Will Abhishek Sharma Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain In SRH vs RR?
Starting with Abhishek Sharma, the fearless left-hander who took IPL 2024 by storm. If Travis Head was the hurricane, Abhishek was the lightning bolt striking alongside. His shot selection, intent, and strike rate were tailor-made for the modern T20 game. In IPL 2024, he had a ridiculous strike rate of over 200, having scored 484 runs in 16 matches at an average over 32.
The best part? He doesn’t wait. He starts firing from ball one. Whether it’s the off-spinner in the first over or a short ball from the pacer, Abhishek treats every delivery like it’s begging to be hit. If you’re looking for a slightly out-of-the-box captain or vice-captaincy choice that can separate you from the crowd, Abhishek’s your man.
2. Sanju Samson
Why Will Sanju Samson Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain In SRH vs RR?
Sanju Samson has always been a class act, but this time he is entering the season with something he hasn’t had in years: freedom. No captaincy pressure, no extra baggage. Just pure, unfiltered Sanju. And when that happens, he becomes dangerous. He’s the highest run-scorer in SRH vs RR match-ups with nearly 700 runs at a stunning average of over 43.
Against Hyderabad, he has always looked like he’s batting on a different pitch. With his timing, quick wrists and clean six-hitting ability, he makes it all look effortless. He’s coming off a stellar 2024 season where he piled up over 500 runs at a strike rate of 153. With nothing holding him back and all eyes off him for once, Sanju could quietly turn into the match-winner, which makes him the perfect captain or vice-captain choice.
1. Travis Head
Why Will Travis Head Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain In SRH vs RR?
Travis Head smashed the IPL to bits last year, finishing as the fourth-highest run scorer in the tournament. He opens like a man on a mission and bats like there’s no tomorrow. With over 560 runs at a strike rate near 192, Head was virtually unplayable in IPL 2024. And it wasn’t just power, it was placement and the ability to pick the right bowler to attack.
He jas already got the better of RR in previous clashes and given the Royals’ spin-heavy middle overs, Head will fancy his chances again. Whether you’re playing fantasy on instinct or logic, Travis Head makes a strong case to wear the captain’s armband in your team.