SRH vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Today: Match 45 IPL 2026 Picks

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad is set to host a scorching afternoon clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders today. With SRH sitting comfortably in the top three and KKR desperate for points, the intensity will be at an all-time high. The "Orange Army" has been the most explosive batting unit this season, consistently crossing the 200-mark, while KKR is banking on a late-season resurgence led by the likes of Rinku Singh and Sunil Narine.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The Hyderabad surface has established itself as a "batting paradise" in 2026. This being a 3:30 PM IST start, the intense heat (touching 40°C) will dry out the pitch, making it even faster in the first innings.

Dew Factor: Negligible. Since it is an afternoon game, bowlers will not struggle with a wet ball in the second innings.
Spin vs. Pace: While the track offers true bounce for pacers early on, the dry surface will assist spinners like Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine as the match progresses.

SRH vs KKR Head-to-Head and Form

Historically, KKR leads the rivalry 20-11. However, current form tells a different story. SRH crushed KKR by 65 runs earlier this season at Eden Gardens. SRH has won five games on the trot, whereas KKR has only recently found some momentum with a Super Over win against LSG.

Top Fantasy Picks for SRH vs KKR

1. Abhishek Sharma (SRH): The second-highest run-scorer of the season with 425 runs at a strike rate of 210+. He is the safest captaincy choice.

2. Heinrich Klaasen (SRH): A beast at the Uppal stadium. His ability to destroy spin in the middle overs makes him a must-have.

3. Rinku Singh (KKR): The backbone of KKR’s middle order. His recent 83* shows he is in peak form for the death overs.

4. Pat Cummins (SRH): Returning from injury, the skipper’s leadership and knack for taking crucial wickets in the powerplay are vital.

Predicted Playing XI

SRH: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Salil Arora, Pat Cummins (c), Harsh Dubey, Eshan Malinga, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain.
KKR: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Finn Allen (wk), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Matheesha Pathirana, Blessing Muzarabani.

Dream11 Team Suggestion

Wicket-keepers: Heinrich Klaasen (VC), Ishan Kishan
Batters: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma (C), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi
All-rounders: Sunil Narine, Nitish Kumar Reddy
Bowlers: Pat Cummins, Varun Chakaravarthy, Eshan Malinga