New Chandigarh, May 26 – Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals are gearing up to face off in the IPL 2026 Eliminator at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Wednesday. With a spot in Qualifier 2 up for grabs, both teams are aware that a loss will lead to elimination. Sunrisers Hyderabad, finishing third on the points table, are entering the knockout match with confidence after defeating Rajasthan Royals twice in the league phase.
Rajasthan Royals secured the final playoff spot by defeating Mumbai Indians and finished fourth on the points table. They now face the challenge of overcoming Sunrisers Hyderabad, a team that has troubled them throughout the season. Sunrisers Hyderabad’s campaign has been defined by resilience and a strong batting unit, with players like Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan leading the charge. Their bowling attack, despite some inexperience, has delivered crucial performances.
For Rajasthan Royals, the Eliminator is an opportunity to turn the tables against Hyderabad after facing tough matches earlier in the tournament. Despite Hyderabad’s dominance in their previous encounters, Rajasthan will rely on their explosive batting lineup to make an impact. The match is set to be a thrilling showdown between two determined teams vying for a spot in the IPL 2026 final.
