Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad, Pitch Report, Weather Report For SRH vs PBKS Match 49, IPL 2026

Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad [Source: AFP]

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) franchises will be squaring off in match number 49 of the IPL 2026 season. The match will be hosted by the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Wednesday, May 6 from 7:30 PM IST onwards.

Both teams are strong contenders for a playoff spot, with Punjab Kings currently occupying the top position on the IPL 2026 points table. 

However, the SRH franchise can dethrone the Shreyas Iyer-led side from the summit if they manage to win the upcoming fixture.

The SRH franchise has so far registered six wins from 10 matches to be ranked third on the 10-team standings. 

Prior to their latest defeat against the KKR, the team recently won five matches in a row after starting off the IPL 2026 season with a solitary win in four matches.

The Punjab Kings, on the other hand, remained the only unbeaten side for a major part of the tournament before losing to Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans in successive games. As of now, they have accumulated 13 points in just nine matches with a formidable NRR of 0.855.

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As both teams prepare for the mega clash, here are the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium pitch report and Hyderabad weather report for the SRH vs PBKS match. 

Rajiv Gandhi Stadium Pitch Report for SRH vs PBKS- Match 49, IPL 2026

(Rajiv Gandhi International stadium IPL records)

Even though the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium historically favours batters in IPL matches, it were the spin bowlers who dominated the proceedings in the latest match played at the venue this past weekend.

Spinners will once again be expected to have a huge say in the upcoming game, especially in the middle overs of the innings.

The stadium has also built a reputation for being a high-scoring venue, with the average scoring rate here falling well above eight runs an over. 

The average first innings total here this season so far has amounted to a staggering 195, which is considerably higher than the overall average first innings total here (167).

With both SRH and Punjab Kings franchises boasting of formidable batting line-ups, fans can expect yet another high-scoring cracker in Hyderabad.

The captain winning the toss will likely opt to bat first, considering chasing sides have lost three of the five matches played at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in IPL 2026 thus far.

Hyderabad weather report for SRH vs PBKS- Match 49, IPL 2026

(Source: AccuWeather)

Weather forecast indicates that there is little-to-no chance of rainfall at any point during the upcoming SRH vs PBKS match in Hyderabad on May 6. 

According to Accuweather.com, the temperature in the evening is expected to be around 27°C with clear skies. The wind speed is expected to be around 13 km/h, with some stronger gusts. All in all, fans can expect a cracking game at the venue with no interruptions.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the SRH vs PBKS might turn out to be a high-scoring contest at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Both teams boast of formidable batting line-ups, and are currently among the top three sides on the IPL 2026 points table.

With weather indicating a perfect setting for a cricket match, fans can expect an exciting evening of runs and wickets.

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