Published on: May 21, 2026 7:30 pm IST | Updated on: May 20, 2026 3:22 pm IST
Arch rivals Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are all set to lock horns in match 67 of the Tata IPL 2026. The two teams that kicked off the season in Bengaluru saw the reigning champions getting the better of the Sunrisers, and now in match 67, they will be colliding against each other for the second time this season. RCB are the table toppers and are assured of a top-two finish, whereas SRH can keep their top-two hopes alive after a win in this encounter. Expect a riveting contest in this Southern derby in Hyderabad. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 67th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), SRH vs RCB, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
Both teams have played exceptional cricket this season, and their respective positions on the points table reflect their brilliant season. The Royal Challengers got the better of the Sunrisers in the first place and will look to do the same this time around. Having already secured a spot among the top two in the points, they will enter this contest with the upper hand. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the Royal Challengers. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 67th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), SRH vs RCB, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
RCB: 54% win chance SRH: 46% win chance
SRH's vice-captain is fresh off a match-winning knock against CSK. Ishan is closing in on 500 runs this season, having scored 490 from 13 innings with 5 fifties at a fabulous strike-rate of 179.48.
The RCB's heartbeat, Virat Kohli, is aging like fine wine. He is currently the leading run-getter for the side this season with 542 runs from 13 innings and has been striking at a fabulous rate of 165. Virat loves playing against this opposition, as he has scored as many as 874 runs in 25 innings at a fabulous average of 40 and a strike rate of 144.46.
Klaasen has been a class apart this season for SRH. He is the leading run-getter for SRH this season with 555 runs from just 13 innings, striking at 155.89. He will be the key weapon for SRH in the middle-order.
Devdutt at no. 3 has been a revelation for RCB this season. In just 12 innings the left-hander has notched up 412 runs with three fifties at a staggering strike-rate of 173.10.
Check out our prediction for the SRH vs RCB Indian Premier League 2026 match 67.
The Sunrisers Hyderabad face a crucial test in Match 67 of the Tata IPL 2026 as they take on arch‑rivals Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. RCB, already assured of a top‑two finish, enters the contest as table toppers, brimming with confidence after a dominant campaign.
For SRH, however, this clash carries immense significance. A win here would keep their hopes of finishing in the top two alive, giving them the advantage of two shots at reaching the final. Their recent form has been impressive, with a balanced unit of aggressive batters and disciplined bowlers, but they must overcome the psychological hurdle of having lost to RCB earlier in the season.
RCB, led by their in‑form batting lineup and a potent bowling attack, will look to replicate their earlier success against SRH and consolidate momentum heading into the playoffs. For the Sunrisers, this is about resilience and seizing the opportunity to prove they belong among the elite. With high stakes and fierce rivalry, this encounter promises fireworks and could shape the playoff dynamics dramatically.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will look to complete a season double over the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) when the two sides meet in Match 67 of the Tata IPL 2026. Both teams have shown strong form recently, winning three of their last five fixtures while enduring two defeats each.
Head‑to‑head, RCB hold a slight advantage, having won three of the last five meetings, while SRH have claimed two victories. Earlier this season, RCB got the better of the Sunrisers and will be eager to replicate that success. Their consistency has already secured them a top‑two finish, giving them the luxury of two chances to reach the final.
SRH, meanwhile, remain in contention for a top‑two spot themselves, but they must overcome the challenge of RCB’s in‑form batting and disciplined bowling attack. With both teams playing exceptional cricket this season, their positions on the points table reflect their dominance.
For RCB, this clash is about momentum and asserting superiority, while for SRH, it’s about resilience and keeping their hopes alive. Fans can expect a high‑intensity contest with playoff implications. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 27 RCB won: 12 SRH won: 14 No Result: 1
The RCB vs SRH rivalry has produced thrilling contests in the IPL. Across 27 meetings, SRH holds a slight edge with 14 wins, while RCB have managed 12 victories; one game ended without a result. RCB’s highest score in this match-up is 262, while SRH boasts a record 287.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Sunrisers Hyderabad, fare in the 67th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora (WK), Aniket Verma/Smaran Ravichandran, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Eshan Malinga IMPACT SUB: Sakib Hussain
Jacob Bethell/Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma/Venkatesh Iyer, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam Dar, Josh Hazlewood IMPACT SUB: Satvik Deswal/Suyash Sharma
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 67th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, chasing has often proven decisive with dew making conditions favorable for batters in the second innings. Captains winning the toss are expected to opt for bowling first, aiming to restrict the opposition before capitalizing under lights on a surface that supports high scores.
The online live streaming of the 67th IPL 2026 match between the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 HD and non-HD channels.
Both teams have already made it to the playoffs. RCB is assured of a top-two finish, but SRH will look to ensure they finish among the top two, and a win in this game would help their cause. Playing at home, SRH should fancy their chances of taming the reigning champions and current table-toppers and avenging their loss to this very opponent in the opening game of the season. Therefore, as per our prediction, Royal Challengers Bengaluru are expected to win IPL 2026 Match 67, SRH vs RCB.
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