The second match of IPL 2025 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals is underway at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, with both teams unveiling their starting XIs and impact substitutes. Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first, a decision influenced by the dry conditions and expectations of dew later in the evening.
Led by young captain Riyan Parag, Rajasthan Royals have shown faith in their core unit, with overseas stars Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, and Fazalhaq Farooqi included in the starting lineup. Dhruv Jurel will keep wickets in the absence of Sanju Samson, who is listed among the impact substitutes along with Kunal Singh Rathore, Akash Madhwal, Kumar Kartikeya, and Kwena Maphaka.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, under the leadership of Pat Cummins, will open the batting with Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. Ishan Kishan and Abhinav Manohar are set to make their debuts for the franchise. Their Impact Subs list includes Sachin Baby, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Adam Zampa, and Wiaan Mulder.
Speaking at the toss, Pat Cummins said the team is confident and looking to carry forward their form from the previous season, while Riyan Parag expressed excitement at captaining RR and noted that the wicket looked good for batting later in the game.
With both teams fielding power-packed lineups and debutants keen to make a mark, this encounter promises to be a thrilling contest.
