SRH vs RR IPL 2026 Match Result: Debutants Praful Hinge & Sakib Hussain Demolish Rajasthan Royals
Sunrisers Hyderabad secures a dominant 57-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. Read our full match report on Praful Hinge's record-breaking debut and Ishan Kishan’s batting masterclass.
The "Orange Army" finally found its rhythm in the IPL 2026 season with a statement 57-run victory over the previously unbeaten Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on April 13, 2026. In a match that will be remembered for generations, two debutant pacers—Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain—systematically dismantled one of the most formidable batting lineups in the tournament.
The Scorecard Summary
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: 216/6 (20 Overs)
- Rajasthan Royals: 159 all out (19 Overs)
- Result: SRH won by 57 runs
1. First Innings: Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen Power SRH to 216
After being put in to bat, SRH faced an early setback when Abhishek Sharma fell for a golden duck. However, Captain Ishan Kishan took charge, smashing a brilliant 91 off just 44 balls, including 8 fours and 6 sixes.Kishan's aggressive approach ensured that SRH reached a commanding position, supported by Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive 40 off 26 balls. Despite Jofra Archer picking up two crucial wickets for RR, the home side finished with a massive total of 216/6. During this innings, Klaasen also momentarily snatched the Orange Cap by reaching 223 total runs for the season.
2. The Hinge Effect: A Debut for the History Books
The chase for Rajasthan Royals turned into a nightmare in the very first over. Making his IPL debut, Praful Hinge delivered a spell for the ages. He became the first bowler in IPL history to take three wickets in his first over.
- Ball 1: Dismissed the Orange Cap holder Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for a duck.
- Ball 4: Removed Dhruv Jurel.
- Ball 6: Sent back Lhuan-dre Pretorius.
Hinge eventually finished with figures of 4/34, leaving RR reeling at 9/5 within the first three overs.
3. Sakib Hussain’s Slower Ball Masterclass
While Hinge provided the initial shock, fellow debutant Sakib Hussain ensured there was no comeback for the Royals. Hussain utilized his slower variations to perfection, claiming 4 wickets for 24 runs. He effectively wiped out the middle and lower order, dismissing key players like Yashasvi Jaiswal early on and later cleaning up the tail.
4. RR’s Lone Resistance: Ferreira and Jadeja
The only bright spot for Rajasthan was a resilient 100-run partnership between Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja. Ferreira fought valiantly for his 69 off 44 balls, while Jadeja contributed 45 off 32 balls. However, the mountain of 216 was too steep after their disastrous start, and the team was bundled out for 159 in 19 overs.
Conclusion: A Shift in Momentum?
The Sunrisers' bowling, which had been their "Achilles' heel" earlier in the season, looked transformed under the lights in Hyderabad. With debutants like Hinge and Hussain stepping up, SRH suddenly looks like a balanced unit capable of defending large totals.
