IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad's strongest predicted XI against Kolkata Knight Riders

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial reverse fixture of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on May 3.

SRH have emerged as one of the standout teams this season, currently placed third on the points table with six wins from nine matches. Riding high on confidence, they previously outclassed KKR by 65 runs and will look to replicate that dominance. Another win here could push them closer to the top spot, significantly boosting their playoff hopes.

Here is Sunrisers Hyderabad’s strongest predicted XI vs Kolkata Knight Riders:

Top Order: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (WK)

SRH opener Abhishek Sharma has been in sublime touch, scoring 425 runs in nine matches, including three fifties and a century and is currently the second-highest run-getter in the IPL 2026. Travis Head has contributed 262 runs, providing solid starts, while wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has added 312 runs with three half-centuries, strengthening the top order.