SRH vs LSG: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium IPL Records & Pitch Stats

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Sunrisers Hyderabad will host Lucknow Super Giants in the 58th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 on Saturday, May 13 at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

Lucknow's super Giants have had an up-and-down season in the IPL 2023, winning five of their 11 matches and having one game cancelled due to rain.

They currently hold the fifth spot in the points table with 11 points. Following a heavy loss to the Gujarat Titans, the team will be looking to stage a comeback and stay in contention for a playoff spot.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, have won four out of their 10 matches so far in the tournament, placing them in second last position on the points table. 

They come into this game with the momentum of a four-wicket win over the Rajasthan Royals. With their playoff hopes on the line, this game is a virtual knockout for them as a loss here would significantly hamper their chances of making it to the playoffs.

However, before we dive into the upcoming game, let's take a moment to review the pitch report and Rajiv Gandhi international stadium surface stats:


Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report

Traditionally, the surface at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has been known for its slow nature, but this year, we've seen teams amass huge scores on it.

While overall IPL records show that chasing has been more fruitful at this ground, this season, the team batting first has won most games. This is possibly due to the pitch slowing down as the match progresses, making it difficult for batters to score and allowing spinners to take charge. 

Given that this is an afternoon game, the pitch is likely to be dry early on. If a team wins the toss, they should look to bat first and post a big score on the board. As the match progresses, the pitch may become slower, which will bring spinners into the game, and it would be easy to defend here.


Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium IPL Records and Stats

• Matches Played: 69

• Batting First Won: 31

• Batting Second Won: 38


• Highest Total: 231/2 by SRH vs RCB, 2019

• Highest Run Chase: 217/7, RR vs Deccan Chargers in 2008


• Lowest Total: 80 All Out by DC vs SRH, 2013

• Lowest Total Defended: 126 by SRH vs Pune Warriors India, 2013


• Average 1st Innings Score: 159

• Average 2nd Innings Score: 146


What’s SRH’s record at their home turf?

Sunrisers Hyderabad has created a stronghold at their home ground, winning 30 out of 49 IPL matches they played here in the history of the tournament. Of those 30 wins, 17 came while chasing, and 13 have been while defending at this venue.