Stat-blast: All the key stats ahead of SRH vs RCB

Later in the day, two Southern stalwarts in the roster of the IPL will be stepping into the searing yard where a lot will be on the lines, especially considering the upshot that consumed the Challengers in the preceding encounter of this rivalry.

However, no matter what twisted roles history may have in mind, cricket unfolds on the pitch and on any given day even the mightiest of heroes may fall to incidents that will alter the course for eons. Before the maddening clash of two fierce rivals unveils ahead of us, let us quickly glide through the important numbers.

Head-to-head:

Despite the rivalry being slightly more tipped towards the Sunrisers Hyderabad, over the years, it has produced some very close affairs. The last time these two juggernauts clashed, it was more of a forgettable affair for the Challengers as they were skittled out for an ignominious total.

Royal Challengers Bangalore – 8

Sunrisers Hyderabad – 11

Highest run-scorers amongst active players:

Virat Kohli – 569

Highest wickets taken amongst active players:

Mohammed Siraj – 9 wickets

Highest score in an innings for RCB against SRH:

Virat Kohli – 93*

The knock came back in 2013 where Virat Kohli made Chinnaswamy his hunting ground with the Sunrisers running for shelter. Riding on his unbeaten 93 from just 47 balls, the Challengers would secure a total of 162 with 14 balls to spare.

Best bowling performance in an innings for RCB against CSK:

Yuzvendra Chahal – 3/18

This was an electric contest between the two Southern stalwarts as the Challengers would successfully defended their total of 163 riding on Chahal’s wizardry.