Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants Prediction & Preview – IPL 2026, 10th Match

Sunrisers Hyderabad play Lucknow Super Giants in the tenth match of IPL 2026 at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday, 5 April. It is an afternoon game, starting at 3:30 pm local time.

Hyderabad’s squad lists Pat Cummins as captain and features Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat. Lucknow’s group includes Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis, Mohammed Shami and Mayank Yadav.

The pitch is fair to both sides, so partnerships and strong middle-over and death-over scoring should decide the game. Spinners may come into play as the surface slows, and the afternoon heat of 36–38 °C will test stamina. With little dew expected, the chasing advantage is small. Our preview picks Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Pitch report

The Hyderabad surface is generally balanced, with true bounce and good carry, and a quick outfield that turns timing into boundaries. Fast bowlers may get early help that eases as the innings goes on. The pitch tends to slow slightly in the middle overs, giving spinners a chance. Dew can help chasers in evening games, though the batters hold a slight edge overall.

Weather

Hyderabad should be hot and dry at around 3:30 pm, with temperatures near 36–38 °C, mostly clear to partly cloudy skies and low to moderate humidity. Rain is very unlikely and light winds should not affect play, though the heat will be demanding.

Expected scores

• 1st innings: 165–185
• 2nd innings: 160–180

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