SRH vs RCB Head to Head: IPL Records, Stats, and Full Match Results

Forget the standard rivalry rundown. Having followed every SRH vs RCB head-to-head clash, what truly aroused my interest is the unseen battle of philosophies playing out. On paper, it’s a fight between RCB’s renowned aggressive spirit—their attacking cricket a hallmark—and SRH’s authentic team performance, often built from collective grit over individual glam. Yet, their history is full of surprising twists. Yes, IPL 2016 is iconic where SRH defeated RCB in the finals, but their encounters at RCB’s home ground, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, have produced both their best season runs and their worst defeat. These nail-biting clashes between two competitive sides are high-pressure meetings that consistently make for an exciting match experience.

This unique history means every new IPL clash feels like a fresh battle. The teams have traded being the strong side, and the fans are excited by more than just star power; they’re drawn to the competitive narrative. It’s why, for some, watching these iconic encounters adds a layer of thrill, akin to the anticipation one might feel on a trusted platform before an exciting bet. You never know if you’ll see a nail-biting finish or a surprising, dominant display—that’s the glam and tension of this specific rivalry.

SRH vs RCB Head to Head Record

Looking beyond the hype, the raw data of their war tells its own compelling story—these teams have faced off 26 times in the IPL, and that sheer volume of competitive history is what fuels the narrative. In my years tracking this, the balance is fascinating: SRH has been victorious in 13 games, while RCB has came out on top in 11 games. That slim two-win margin for Hyderabad feels deceptive because it includes the most high-stakes finals of them all, IPL 2016, where SRH famously defeated RCB to claim their first-ever IPL trophy. It’s that kind of pivotal winning moment that forever tilts the psychological scale, no matter how close the overall tally gets.

Category	Statistics
Total Matches Played	26
SRH Won	13
RCB Won	11
Tied (SRH won in Super Over)	1
No Result (Abandoned)	1
SRH Highest Score	287/3
RCB Highest Score	262/7

RCB vs SRH Head to Head: Complete IPL Match Results and Stats

Examining their match outcomes, from the latest high-stakes meetings to their historic early battles, shows how this duel has evolved.

Season	Venue	Winner	Margin	Man of the Match
2025	Lucknow	SRH	42 Runs	Ishan Kishan (94* off 48)
2024	Hyderabad	RCB	35 Runs	Rajat Patidar (50 off 20)
2024	Bengaluru	SRH	25 Runs	Travis Head (102 off 41)
2023	Hyderabad	RCB	8 Wickets	Virat Kohli (100 off 63)
2022	Mumbai	RCB	67 Runs	Wanindu Hasaranga (5/18)
2022	Mumbai	SRH	9 Wickets	Marco Jansen (3/25)
2021	Abu Dhabi	SRH	4 Runs	Kane Williamson (C & 31 runs)
2021	Chennai	RCB	6 Runs	Shahbaz Ahmed (3/7)
2020	Abu Dhabi	SRH	6 Wickets	Kane Williamson (50* off 44)
2020	Sharjah	SRH	5 Wickets	Sandeep Sharma (2/20)
2020	Dubai	RCB	10 Runs	Yuzvendra Chahal (3/18)
2019	Bengaluru	RCB	4 Wickets	Shimron Hetmyer (75 off 47)
2019	Hyderabad	SRH	118 Runs	Jonny Bairstow (114 off 56)
2018	Bengaluru	RCB	14 Runs	AB de Villiers (69 off 39)
2018	Hyderabad	SRH	5 Runs	Kane Williamson (56 off 39)
2017	Bengaluru	Abandoned	No Result	None awarded
2017	Hyderabad	SRH	35 Runs	Yuvraj Singh (62 off 27)
2016	Bengaluru	SRH	8 Runs (Final)	Ben Cutting (39* & 2/35)
2016	Hyderabad	SRH	15 Runs	David Warner (92 off 50)
2016	Bengaluru	RCB	45 Runs	AB de Villiers (82 off 42)
2015	Hyderabad	RCB	6 Wickets	Virat Kohli (44* off 19)
2015	Bengaluru	SRH	8 Wickets	David Warner (57 off 27)
2014	Hyderabad	SRH	7 Wickets	Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/16)
2014	Bengaluru	RCB	4 Wickets	AB de Villiers (89* off 41)
2013	Bengaluru	RCB	7 Wickets	Virat Kohli (93* off 47)
2013	Hyderabad	Tied (SRH)	Super Over	Hanuma Vihari (44* & 1/5)

RCB vs SRH Overall Record: Full Head-to-Head History

Here’s an overview of the top team performances in RCB vs. SRH encounters:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Overall Records vs SRH

The most memorable team performances in this rivalry paint a picture of contrasting triumphs.

Category	Record Details
Highest Team Total	262/7 (IPL 2024)
Lowest Team Total	68 (IPL 2022)
Most Runs	Virat Kohli (805 runs)
Highest Individual Score	Chris Gayle (128*)
Most Wickets	Yuzvendra Chahal (17 wickets)
Best Bowling Figures	Wanindu Hasaranga (5/18)

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Overall Records vs RCB

The numbers show SRH has generally had the upper hand when playing specifically against RCB.

Category	Record Details
Highest Team Total	287/3 (IPL 2024)
Lowest Team Total	72 (IPL 2022)
Most Runs	David Warner (647 runs)
Highest Individual Score	Jonny Bairstow (114)
Most Wickets	Bhuvneshwar Kumar (18 wickets)
Best Bowling Figures	Mohammad Nabi (4/11)

SRH Vs RCB Head-to-Head at Home Ground

1) SRH Record at Home Ground Against RCB

Looking beyond the overall head-to-head stats, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s success at their home ground, the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, tells a more specific story in matches against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. In these home encounters, SRH has firmly dominated, having won 7 games compared to RCB’s 3 victories at this venue. The ground has seen its share of drama, with at least one of these clashes being decided by a super over, a situation where SRH has managed to win, further solidifying their fortress. When RCB does return to Hyderabad, the historical weight of those 7 games lost looms large, making every visit a steep challenge.

Category	Statistics
Total Matches Played	10
SRH Won	7
RCB Won	3
Tied (SRH won Super Over)	1 (Counted in SRH Wins)
Highest Total (SRH)	231/2 (2019)
Highest Total (RCB)	206/7 (2024)
Lowest Total (SRH)	146
Lowest Total (RCB)	113

2) RCB Record at Home Ground Against SRH

The narrative shifts at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, where the Royal Challengers Bengaluru have historically held a slight step ahead when Sunrisers Hyderabad visit. The teams have faced each other 9 times at this home stadium, with RCB having won 5 games. SRH has been able to win 3 matches there, a notable one being the IPL 2016 Final, proving they can conquer this fortress on the biggest stage. Apart from that winning memory for Hyderabad, one game was abandoned due to a rain disruption, adding another layer of unpredictability to this fiery Bengaluru chapter of their rivalry.

Category	Statistics
Total Matches Played	9
RCB Won	5
SRH Won	3
No Result (Abandoned)	1
Highest Total (RCB)	262/7 (2024)
Highest Total (SRH)	287/3 (2024)
Lowest Total (RCB)	130/8
Lowest Total (SRH)	130/7

SRH Vs RCB Head-to-Head at Away Ground

1) SRH Record at Away Ground Against RCB

While the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is considered an RCB stronghold, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s record away from home in this derby is surprisingly resilient. Across all matches at this ground, the teams have a tight history: RCB has won 6, SRH has won 5, and one match was abandoned due to rain. This includes their most memorable triumph—the IPL 2016 final where SRH famously beaten Royal Challengers Bengaluru on their own turf, proving they can crack the code even in the most hostile conditions.

Category	Statistics
Total Away Matches Played	12
SRH Won	5
RCB Won	6
No Result (Abandoned)	1
SRH Highest Away Score	287/3 (2024 – Bengaluru)
SRH Lowest Away Score	125
Most Recent Result	SRH won by 42 runs (2025 – Lucknow*)

2) RCB Record at Away Ground Against SRH

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad has been a notoriously tough venue for visiting teams, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s record in these away matches underscores that challenge. The two sides have faced off 10 times at this stadium, where SRH has been dominant, having won 7 matches. In contrast, RCB has found it difficult to be successful, having only won 3 matches there. This stark contrast—7 matches won at their home stadium versus 3 matches lost as the away team—highlights the significant home-ground advantage Sunrisers Hyderabad enjoys in this particular rivalry.

Category	Statistics
Total Away Matches Played	10
RCB Won	3
SRH Won	7
Tied (RCB lost Super Over)	1 (Counted in SRH Wins)
RCB Highest Away Score	206/7 (2024)
RCB Lowest Away Score	113
Most Recent Result (Away)	RCB won by 35 runs (April 2024)

SRH Vs RCB Head-to-Head at Neutral Venues

When stripped of home advantage, the head-to-head comparisons at a neutral venue offer a purer contest. The matches played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on such grounds are limited but telling. In these neutral venues, the orange army has fared better, having won these contests 5 times. RCB has been able to win 3 games in these settings, with one crucial victory coming in the Eliminator match beyond the league stage during IPL 2020, proving that on a level playing field, either side can seize the day.

Category	Statistics
Total Matches Played	8
SRH Won	5
RCB Won	3
Tied / No Result	0
SRH Highest Score	231/6 (2025 – Lucknow)
RCB Highest Score	192/3 (2022 – Wankhede)
SRH Lowest Score	125
RCB Lowest Score	68

Player Contributions in RCB vs SRH Fixtures

Whenever these two sides clash, the stage has been set alight by individual brilliance, with players like Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle rising to the occasion to deliver match-winning performances.

1. Virat Kohli (RCB)

When discussing key player contributions, Virat Kohli’s name is central to any RCB vs SRH analysis. He hasn’t just played innings; he’s consistently delivered match-winning performances that have often shifted the momentum of this rivalry. His unique ability lies in constructing an anchor innings, meticulously building a platform before decisively accelerating. He distinctly thrives in the high-pressure situations these fixtures create, having countered SRH’s potent bowling attack time and again.

The method to his success is a clinic in batting. It’s built on masterful stroke play, finding gaps in the field with incredible precision and ruthlessly punishing any loose deliveries. Furthermore, his ability to rotate the strike seamlessly and finish strong in the death overs has repeatedly left the Sunrisers struggling to regain momentum, showcasing how a single batter can dismantle a well-laid plan.

2. David Warner (SRH)

If Virat Kohli is RCB’s answer to pressure, then David Warner has been the relentless question for their bowlers. As one of the most destructive openers in IPL history, he was a constant thorn in RCB’s side, setting the tone with aggressive intent from the outset. A knock like Warner’s 92 off 50 balls in 2019 in Hyderabad stands as a classic display of his dominance in this fixture.

His opening innings were a masterclass in attacking RCB’s pacers with fearless stroke play, systematically dismantling their plans with an array of boundaries. Warner’s ability to perfectly mix pure power-hitting with clever placement made it nearly impossible for captains to stem the flow of runs, often deciding the game’s fate within the powerplay itself.

3. Yuzvendra Chahal (RCB)

While batsmen often grab headlines, the impact of a wily spinner in these tense games can never be overstated. During his time with RCB’s, Yuzvendra Chahal was their go-to spinner in crucial encounters against SRH, a role underscored by remarkable figures like his 4/25 in 2016. His ability to turn games with his guile and control was a defining feature.

Against SRH, he consistently dismantled their middle-order batting with his clever variations in flight and pace. Chahal had a particular knack for breaking partnerships, especially on turning tracks, which proved pivotal in keeping their aggressive batsmen in check during the middle overs, often shifting momentum silently but decisively.

4. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH)

If ever a bowler was tailor-made to dismantle a batting order, Bhuvneshwar Kumar against RCB is a prime example. His ability to swing the ball both ways upfront and execute those pinpoint yorkers at the death has been a recurring nightmare for RCB’s batting lineup. A spell like his 3/14 in the 2018 eliminator was a masterclass in pressure bowling, delivered with his trademark calm demeanor.

What made him so effective in the death overs was this dual-threat ability: to extract movement even on flat pitches and then slam the blockhole at will. He consistently troubled even the most established of RCB’s finishers, choking the flow of runs and taking key wickets when it mattered most, proving that control can be as destructive as raw pace.

5. Chris Gayle (RCB)

When talking about pure, unadulterated power in this rivalry, the conversation begins and ends with Chris Gayle. Affectionately known as the Universe Boss, he left an indelible mark on the RCB vs. SRH rivalry with innings of sheer destruction. His unbeaten 128 off 62 balls back in 2012 remains not just a highlight of this fixture, but one of the greatest innings in all of IPL history.

From the moment he began his opening innings, he unleashed a relentless assault on SRH’s bowlers, smashing 13 towering sixes and 7 fours in a display of explosive batting. His ability to clear the boundary seemingly effortlessly completely demoralized SRH’s attack that day. That knock single-handedly set the platform for RCB’s massive total, showcasing a brand of dominance that redefined what was possible in a T20 knock.

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Conclusion: RCB And SRH Are Close Head To Head

In my years watching the IPL, what makes the SRH versus RCB fixture special isn’t just the raw numbers; it’s the feeling you get before each encounter. While the stats show SRH with a slight edge in the overall win count, any fan will tell you this rivalry thrives on RCB’s incredible resilience and their star-studded lineup that can explode on any given day. Every meet between these two teams feels like a fierce battle, a series of close contests that have gifted us some truly memorable moments. Now, as we look ahead to IPL 2026, the anticipation among fans is electric—we’re all eagerly awaiting the next chapter of these electrifying encounters, knowing another classic is just around the corner.

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