Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru standings

By Rohan Mehta / 29.03.2026

In a decisive match on March 28, 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) triumphed over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by six wickets, propelling RCB to the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 points table.

RCB successfully chased down a target of 201 runs in just 15.4 overs, securing two crucial points and achieving a net run rate of +2.907. In contrast, SRH remains at zero points with a net run rate of -2.907.

This victory marks a significant moment for RCB, who are the defending champions after clinching their first title in 2025. Historically, RCB has won 11 out of 25 matches against SRH, although SRH leads the overall head-to-head record with 14 wins.

RCB’s success at home has been notable, as they have a better record against SRH in Bengaluru, leading 5-3. Key players for RCB included Virat Kohli, who has scored 805 runs against SRH in 24 matches at an average of 36.59.

Looking ahead, Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma are expected to open for SRH, while Virat Kohli and Phil Salt are anticipated to take the crease for RCB.

As the tournament progresses, all other eight teams currently sit at zero points and a net run rate of 0.000, highlighting the competitive nature of this season.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the upcoming matches and player performances, but the early standings indicate a promising start for RCB and a challenging road ahead for SRH.