RCB vs SRH Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025 Match-65, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams
Published on: May 22, 2025 11:54 pm IST|Updated on: May 23, 2025 1:23 pm IST
In a quest to remain among the top 2 on the points table, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will square off against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. RCB has been brilliant this season and will look to finish among the top 2. A win in this fixture will surely help their cause of finishing among the top 2.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, have nothing to lose, but they would like to ensure that RCB goes through some roadblocks before finalizing their spot among the top 2. A win here for SRH will dent RCB’s hopes for a top 2 finish, as Punjab Kings is also in contention along with RCB and GT for the top two finish. It would be interesting to see how this contest will pan out at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the RCB vs SRH Dream11 prediction.
RCB vs SRH: Match Details
Date: 23rd May 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
RCB vs SRH Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 25
SRH won: 13
RCB won: 11
No Result: 1
Tied: 0
Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans have faced each other six times, with GT holding the edge by winning four of those encounters, while LSG has secured two victories. However, in their most recent meeting at Ekana Stadium, LSG turned the tables on GT, claiming a comfortable six-wicket win in front of their home crowd.
RCB vs SRH, Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, Pitch Report
The surface at Ekana Stadium has evolved over the years, moving away from its reputation as a slow, spin-friendly track. Recent matches have seen high-scoring encounters, with batters enjoying good bounce and carry. Fast bowlers can extract movement early on, while spinners become effective as the match progresses. A score of 180+ could be competitive, with teams likely to prefer chasing due to the potential impact of dew in the second innings.
RCB, known for their aggressive batting lineup, will look to capitalize on the conditions, while SRH’s bowlers, led by Harshal Patel, will aim to exploit any assistance from the surface. The toss could play a crucial role, with captains factoring in the evening dew while making their decisions.
Here are the IPL stats for Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow:
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 20 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 8 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 11 |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 12 |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 6 |
| Matches with No Result | 1 |
| Highest Team Score | 235/6 (Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants, 2024) |
| Lowest Team Score | 108 (Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 2023) |
| Highest Individual Score | 89* (Marcus Stoinis vs Mumbai Indians, 2023) |
| Best Bowling Figures | 5/14 (Mark Wood vs Delhi Capitals, 2023) |
RCB vs SRH Team News and Expected Playing XI
RCB Team News
- Josh Hazlewood has confirmed his availability for the remainder of the season but is still recovering from a shoulder niggle. If he remains unfit, Lungi Ngidi will continue in the playing XI.
- Philip Salt’s participation is uncertain. If he misses out again, Jacob Bethell will step in as the opener.
- Mayank Agarwal, who replaced the injured Devdutt Paddikal, is expected to bat at No. 3.
- Rajat Patidar has regained fitness and will take his regular position at No. 4.
- RCB has included Blessing Muzarabani in their squad as a replacement for Lungi Ngidi, who will be unavailable for the playoffs.
- Also, RCB has signed NZ wicket-keeper batter Tim Seifert as a replacement for Jacob Bethell, who will leave for national duties following this fixture.
- Suyash Sharma will serve as an impact substitute when RCB is bowling.
GT Expected Playing XI: Jacob Bethell, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar/Swastik Chikara, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal
IMPACT PLAYERS: Suyash Sharma
SRH Team News
- Atharva Taide, the left-handed batter, will open the innings alongside Abhishek Sharma and will feature as an impact substitute.
- Travis Head remains unavailable due to COVID-19 and will miss this fixture.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad are expected to stick with the same playing XI from their previous match against Lucknow Super Giants, given their winning momentum.
SRH Expected Playing XI: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Harsh Dubey, Zeeshan Ansari, Eshan Malinga
IMPACT PLAYERS: Atharva Taide
Who Will Win RCB vs SRH IPL 2025 Match No. 65?
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.
Where to watch RCB vs SRH IPL 2025 Match no. 65?
The all-important clash between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad will take place on Friday, May 23, at 07:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV streaming will take place on Star Sports Network.
RCB vs SRH Dream11 Fantasy Team
Wicket-keepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Jitesh Sharma
Batters: Virat Kohli, Nitesh Reddy, Jacob Bethell, Mayank Agarwal
All-Rounders: Abhishek Sharma
Bowlers: Pat Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Zeeshan Ansari, Yash Dayal
C/VC Options- Abhishek Sharma, Virat Kohli, Heinrich Klaasen, Jacob Bethell
