The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is in full swing, and the cricketing world’s eyes are on the 69th match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday, May 19, 2024. The match is scheduled to start at 03:30 PM local time.
Toss update: Sunrisers Hyderabad wins the toss, and they bat first. Expect a 220-plus score and a cracker of a climax.
Toss; Punjab Kings win toss and decide to bat first
Toss update: Rain could delay the toss yet again, but a full match is expected as rain is not expected throughout the day.
Sunrisers Hyderabad, a team that has already secured a spot in the playoffs, will be looking to solidify their position further and potentially claim the top spot in the league standings. Their recent performances have been commendable, and a string of victories has boosted their confidence.
On the other hand, despite not making it to the playoffs, the Punjab Kings have the chance to end their season on a high note.
Head to head:
SRH 15 – 7 PBKS.
Sunrisers have won their previous two matches against Punjab, including their away match earlier in this edition in Mullanpur, which they won by two runs, defending 182 runs.
Their previous encounter earlier in the season was a nail-biting finish, with SRH edging out PBKS by a mere two runs. N. Reddy from SRH, a player known for his swift runs and crucial wickets, was the standout Player, earning him the Player of the Match title.
PBKS vs SRH tv channels and online stream
Cricket enthusiasts worldwide can catch the action live through different channels and platforms.
India
- TV Channel: Star Sports and Hotstar
- Online Streaming: Jio Cinema app and website
United Kingdom
- TV Channel: Sky Sports
United States and Canada
- TV Channel: Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here)
Australia
- TV Channel: Fox Sports (Foxtel Go)
- Online Streaming: Kayo Sports
Pakistan
- Online Streaming: Yupp TV
New Zealand
- Online Streaming: Yupp TV
Bangladesh
- TV Channel: T Sports
Afghanistan
- TV Channel: Ariana Television Network
Sri Lanka
- TV Channel: Star Sports
- Online Streaming: Yupp TV
Maldives
- TV Channel: Star Sports
- Online Streaming: Yupp TV
Singapore
- TV Channel: StarHub
Pitch and weather report
Hyderabad has been a hotspot for high-scoring encounters, and this match will likely follow suit.
However, the tale has a twist: showers disrupted practice sessions on Saturday (May 18), and the weather forecast predicts more rain during the afternoon and evening on match day. The rain gods might add an intriguing dimension to the game.