Hyderabad, April 14, 2026 – Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off a stunning 57-run victory over table-toppers Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Match 21 at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, thanks to explosive batting from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and dream debuts by pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain.
SRH vs RR IPL 2026 Match Highlights
SRH posted 216/6, powered by skipper Ishan Kishan’s blistering 91 off 44 balls and young gun Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s aggressive cameo. RR crumbled to 159 all out in 19 overs, as debutants Hinge (4/34) and Hussain (4/24) triggered a collapse, entering SRH into the top 4 points table.
Hinge scripted history with the most successful IPL first over, while Bihar’s Sakib Hussain, 21, joined elites like Shoaib Akhtar with his fiery spell. This win halted RR’s streak after SRH’s recent losses.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi IPL 2026 Form
The teenage sensation Sooryavanshi, RR’s opener, has been a revelation this season with 122 runs including a half-century. His quickfire knock kept RR in chase early, but SRH’s bowling duo dismantled the batting lineup.
Fans came for Sooryavanshi’s fireworks but stayed for Hinge and Hussain’s demolition – a perfect blend of youth and pace.
Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain Debut Impact
- Praful Hinge: 4/34, dreamed of a four-fer; delivered on debut partnering the new ball.
- Sakib Hussain: 4/24, ex-KKR benchwarmer bought for ₹30 lakh; shook RR with raw speed.
- Combined: Dismantled RR’s top order, best debut pair in IPL lore.
| Bowler | Figures | Milestone | Team Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Praful Hinge | 4/34 | Best IPL debut over | Triggered collapse |
| Sakib Hussain | 4/24 | Elite list w/ Akhtar | 57-run win |
| RR Total | 159 | All out in 19 overs | Top spot intact |
IPL 2026 points table update: SRH climbs to 4th with 2nd win. Catch SRH vs RR highlights on Hotstar.
