{"id":42134,"date":"2026-04-01T15:34:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T15:34:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/scorecard\/?p=42134"},"modified":"2026-04-01T15:34:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T15:34:18","slug":"sunrisers-hyderabad-vs-royal-challengers-bengaluru-match-scorecard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/scorecard\/sunrisers-hyderabad-vs-royal-challengers-bengaluru-match-scorecard\/","title":{"rendered":"SRH vs RCB: Thrilling Rivalry Ignites IPL 2026 with RCB Victory","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

The much-awaited SRH vs RCB clash has always been one of the most electrifying fixtures in the Indian Premier League. Fans across the globe eagerly anticipate these high-scoring battles between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, two teams known for their explosive batting lineups and intense competition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you call it SRH vs RCB or RCB vs SRH, this rivalry never fails to deliver fireworks. In the latest encounter, the opening match of IPL 2026, RCB delivered a masterclass in chasing, scripting history with the fastest 200-plus chase in IPL annals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Storied Rivalry: SRH vs RCB Head-to-Head<\/h2>\n

The SRH vs RCB rivalry dates back to the early days of the IPL, when both franchises represented contrasting styles. RCB with star power led by Virat Kohli, and SRH with a balanced, aggressive approach under leaders like David Warner and later Pat Cummins. Over 26 meetings before the 2026 opener, SRH held a slight edge with 13 wins to RCB\u2019s 12 (one tied with SRH winning the Super Over). High-scoring thrillers have defined RCB vs SRH encounters, with both sides often posting totals above 200.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the 2025 season, SRH edged RCB by 42 runs thanks to Ishan Kishan\u2019s unbeaten 94. However, the 2026 opener flipped the script dramatically. The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, known for its batting-friendly pitch and short boundaries, set the stage for another classic <\/span>SRH vs RCB<\/b> battle. RCB, the defending champions, chose to bowl first after winning the toss, a decision that paid rich dividends.<\/span><\/p>\n

RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 Opener \u2013 A Historic Chase<\/h2>\n

Played on March 28, 2026, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, the SRH vs RCB match lived up to the hype. SRH posted a competitive 201\/9 in 20 overs, but RCB chased down the 202-run target in just 15.4 overs, winning by 6 wickets with 26 balls to spare. This became the fastest-ever 200+ chase in IPL history, surpassing the previous record of 15.5 overs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Highlights from the SRH Innings<\/h3>\n

SRH got off to a shaky start but recovered through a blazing knock from stand-in captain Ishan Kishan. The pitch offered pace and bounce early, helping RCB\u2019s new-ball bowlers. Jacob Duffy starred with the ball, picking up 3 wickets for just 22 runs in 4 overs to earn Player of the Match honors. Romario Shepherd complemented him with 3\/54.<\/span><\/p>\n

SRH Batting Scorecard Table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Batsman<\/b><\/td>\nDismissal<\/b><\/td>\nRuns<\/b><\/td>\nBalls<\/b><\/td>\n4s<\/b><\/td>\n6s<\/b><\/td>\nSR<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Travis Head<\/span><\/td>\nc Salt b Duffy<\/span><\/td>\n11<\/span><\/td>\n9<\/span><\/td>\n2<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n122.22<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Abhishek Sharma<\/span><\/td>\nc \u2020Sharma b Duffy<\/span><\/td>\n7<\/span><\/td>\n8<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n1<\/span><\/td>\n87.50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ishan Kishan (c)\u2020<\/span><\/td>\nc Salt b Abhinandan Singh<\/span><\/td>\n80<\/span><\/td>\n38<\/span><\/td>\n8<\/span><\/td>\n5<\/span><\/td>\n210.52<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nitish Kumar Reddy<\/span><\/td>\nc Abhinandan Singh b Duffy<\/span><\/td>\n1<\/span><\/td>\n6<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n16.66<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Heinrich Klaasen<\/span><\/td>\nc Salt b Shepherd<\/span><\/td>\n31<\/span><\/td>\n22<\/span><\/td>\n2<\/span><\/td>\n1<\/span><\/td>\n140.90<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Salil Arora<\/span><\/td>\nc Padikkal b Suyash Sharma<\/span><\/td>\n9<\/span><\/td>\n6<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n1<\/span><\/td>\n150.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Aniket Verma<\/span><\/td>\nc Kohli b Shepherd<\/span><\/td>\n43<\/span><\/td>\n18<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n4<\/span><\/td>\n238.88<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Harsh Dubey<\/span><\/td>\nc Padikkal b Shepherd<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n100.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Harshal Patel<\/span><\/td>\nc Padikkal b Kumar<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n2<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n0.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
David Payne<\/span><\/td>\nnot out<\/span><\/td>\n6<\/span><\/td>\n5<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n120.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jaydev Unadkat<\/span><\/td>\nnot out<\/span><\/td>\n4<\/span><\/td>\n3<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n0<\/span><\/td>\n133.33<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Extras<\/b><\/td>\n(lb 2, w 4)<\/span><\/td>\n6<\/span><\/td>\n–<\/span><\/td>\n–<\/span><\/td>\n–<\/span><\/td>\n–<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total<\/b><\/td>\n20 overs<\/span><\/td>\n201\/9<\/b><\/td>\n–<\/span><\/td>\n15<\/b><\/td>\n12<\/b><\/td>\n10.05<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Fall of Wickets<\/b>: 18 (2.1 ov), 23 (2.6), 29 (4.2), 126 (13.1), 137 (14.3), 155 (15.6), 167 (16.6), 174 (17.5), 192 (18.6).<\/span><\/p>\n

RCB Bowling Highlights<\/h3>\n