The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) rivalry has quietly become one of the most entertaining contests in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Since SRH entered the tournament in 2013, both teams have produced thrilling last-over finishes, record-breaking run chases, and several unforgettable individual performances.
Although neither franchise considers the other its biggest rival, their matches have consistently delivered drama. Over the years, SRH have generally enjoyed the upper hand, especially in recent seasons, but Punjab Kings have also pulled off memorable victories.
SRH vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record (As of IPL 2026)
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 22 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad Wins | 16 |
| Punjab Kings Wins | 6 |
| No Result | 0 |
SRH extended their dominance after splitting the two league meetings in IPL 2026, winning the second clash convincingly in Hyderabad.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings Timeline
2013 – The Rivalry Begins
- Date: April 19, 2013
- Venue: Hyderabad
- Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad
This was the first-ever meeting between the two franchises after Sunrisers Hyderabad replaced the Deccan Chargers. Led by a disciplined bowling attack, SRH began the rivalry with a victory.
Later in the season:
- Date: May 11, 2013
- Venue: Mohali
- Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad
SRH completed a league double over Punjab, announcing themselves as one of the strongest bowling teams in IPL history.
2014 – Punjab Dominate
Punjab, then known as Kings XI Punjab, enjoyed one of their best IPL seasons.
Match 1
- Winner: Kings XI Punjab
Match 2
- Winner: Kings XI Punjab
Glenn Maxwell, David Miller, and the Punjab batting unit dominated SRH in both encounters.
2015 – SRH Bounce Back
The two sides shared victories.
- Hyderabad won one game through disciplined bowling.
- Punjab responded with a victory in the reverse fixture.
The rivalry remained evenly balanced.
2016 – Champions Show Their Strength
This season belonged to SRH.
- Hyderabad defeated Punjab during the league stage.
- David Warner continued his incredible consistency.
- SRH eventually lifted their maiden IPL trophy.
2017 – Close Battles
Both matches were highly competitive.
One match went down to the final over, highlighting the growing competitiveness between the franchises.
2018 – Kane Williamson Era
Under Kane Williamson, SRH reached another IPL final.
Against Punjab:
- Rashid Khan dominated with the ball.
- SRH’s bowling attack defended modest totals successfully.
2019 – High-Scoring Encounters
The rivalry became more batting-friendly.
Highlights included:
- David Warner explosive starts
- Jonny Bairstow partnerships
- KL Rahul consistency for Punjab
2020 – One Win Each
Match 1
October 8, 2020
- SRH: 201/6
- Punjab: 132 all out
Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad by 69 runs.
Match 2
October 24, 2020
- Punjab: 126/7
- SRH: 114 all out
Winner: Kings XI Punjab by 12 runs.
Punjab’s bowlers defended a modest score in one of the season’s lowest-scoring thrillers.
2021 – SRH Win One, PBKS Reply
April 21, 2021
- Punjab: 120
- SRH: 121/1
Winner: SRH by 9 wickets.
September 25, 2021
- Punjab: 125/7
- SRH: 120/7
Winner: Punjab by 5 runs.
Another low-scoring thriller where Punjab held their nerve.
2022 – Split Results
April 17
- Punjab: 151
- SRH: 152/3
Winner: SRH by 7 wickets.
May 22
- Punjab: 160/5
- SRH: 157/8
Winner: Punjab by 5 wickets.
2023 – Comfortable SRH Victory
April 9, 2023
- Punjab: 143/9
- SRH: 145/2
Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets.
Rahul Tripathi and captain Aiden Markram guided SRH to an easy chase.
2024 – Two Instant Classics
Match 1
April 9, 2024
- SRH: 182/9
- PBKS: 180/6
Winner: SRH by 2 runs.
A dramatic finish saw SRH defend the target by the narrowest of margins.
Match 2
May 19, 2024
- PBKS: 214/5
- SRH: 215/6
Winner: SRH by 4 wickets.
Abhishek Sharma and Nitish Kumar Reddy helped SRH chase another 200-plus total in one of the season’s best matches.
2025 – Record-Breaking Run Fest
April 12, 2025
- Punjab Kings: 245/6
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: 247/2
Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets.
One of the greatest IPL chases ever.
Highlights included:
- 492 combined runs
- Massive opening partnership
- SRH chased 246 with ease
2026 – One Win Each
Match 17
April 11, 2026
- SRH: 219/6
- PBKS: 223/4
Winner: Punjab Kings by 6 wickets.
Punjab successfully chased another 200-plus target in a high-scoring contest.
Match 49
May 6, 2026
- SRH: 235/4
- PBKS: 202/7
Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad by 33 runs.
SRH responded emphatically, powered by another explosive batting display at Hyderabad.
Year-by-Year Results
| Year | Matches | Winner(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | SRH, SRH |
| 2014 | 2 | PBKS, PBKS |
| 2015 | 2 | 1 each |
| 2016 | 2 | SRH dominant |
| 2017 | 2 | Shared/close contests |
| 2018 | 2 | SRH edge |
| 2019 | 2 | Mixed results |
| 2020 | 2 | SRH, PBKS |
| 2021 | 2 | SRH, PBKS |
| 2022 | 2 | SRH, PBKS |
| 2023 | 1 | SRH |
| 2024 | 2 | SRH, SRH |
| 2025 | 1 | SRH |
| 2026 | 2 | PBKS, SRH |
Biggest Moments in the Rivalry
- First meeting between the franchises in 2013.
- SRH’s IPL title-winning era strengthened the rivalry.
- 2024 produced two thrilling finishes.
- 2025 featured a record chase of 246, one of the highest successful run chases in IPL history.
- 2026 continued the trend of high-scoring contests, with both teams posting 200-plus totals multiple times.
Conclusion
The Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings timeline reflects how this fixture has evolved from low-scoring, bowling-dominated contests into one of the IPL‘s most entertaining batting spectacles. While SRH have historically held the advantage in the head-to-head record, Punjab Kings have shown they can challenge Hyderabad on any given day. With both teams embracing aggressive cricket in recent seasons, future meetings promise even more excitement.
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