Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans Match Scorecard 2026: GT Win by 82 Runs

A single match can change everything in the IPL. For Sunrisers Hyderabad, the 56th match of the 2026 season against Gujarat Titans was that moment — a chase that crumbled to 86 all out, ending their playoff hopes.

Latest match result (GT vs SRH, 2026): Gujarat Titans 168/5 (20) beat Sunrisers Hyderabad 86 (14.5) by 82 runs ·
SRH IPL titles: 1 (2016) ·
GT IPL titles: 1 (2022) ·
Head-to-head in 2026 season: GT leads 1-0

The 82-run defeat at the Narendra Modi Stadium on May 12 sent a clear signal about the gap between the two sides. Here’s the full scorecard and what it reveals about both franchises.

What is the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans match scorecard?

Match summary: Gujarat Titans 168/5 (20) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad 86 (14.5)

• Match: 56th match, IPL 2026, played on 2026-05-12 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad (NDTV Sports)
• Gujarat Titans: 168/5 in 20 overs — Sai Sudharsan 61, Washington Sundar 50 (ESPNcricinfo match report)
• Sunrisers Hyderabad: 86 all out in 14.5 overs — Pat Cummins 19 (top score) (Gujarat Titans official site)
• Result: Gujarat Titans won by 82 runs — SRH’s lowest total of the season

Key performances: GT top scorers, SRH batting collapse

• Sai Sudharsan anchored GT’s innings with 61 off 47 balls, combining with Washington Sundar (50 off 38) for a 98-run partnership (ESPNcricinfo match report)
• Kagiso Rabada led GT’s bowling with 3 wickets for 28 runs, while Mohammed Siraj struck early in the powerplay (ESPNcricinfo)
• SRH were reduced to 34/4 in the powerplay, effectively ending the chase before it began
• Pat Cummins’ 19 was the only SRH batter to reach double figures — a damning stat for the batting lineup

Where to find official scorecards

For the full ball-by-ball scorecard, visit ESPNcricinfo’s official match page or the Gujarat Titans official site. The IPL T20 official match report also provides a detailed summary and commentary.

The implication: SRH’s batting order showed no resistance after the early blows, and the collapse was systemic — not a single batter stood up when it mattered.

Which team is best, GT or SRH?

Head-to-head record in IPL history

The head-to-head data reveals a pattern: GT has dominated recent encounters while SRH holds the historical edge in titles.

The catch: SRH has more playoff qualifications over a longer period, but GT’s consistency in fewer seasons gives them the current edge.

Strengths of GT vs SRH

• GT: Deep bowling attack led by Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj, strong batting core with Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, and a proven playoff temperament (IPL T20 Official Report)
• SRH: Explosive batting on paper with record-breaking potential (287 in 2024), but inconsistent execution and a fragile middle order exposed in 2026
• GT’s bowling unit has been more disciplined in high-pressure chases, while SRH’s batting collapses have become a recurring weakness

Recent form and squad analysis

GT entered the 56th match on a four-match winning streak, while SRH had lost three of their previous five. The form disparity was evident in the powerplay: GT’s bowlers struck early, and SRH’s batters had no answer. The official IPL report described GT’s total as a “masterclass in defending a par total” (IPL T20 Official Report).

Has SRH ever won the IPL?

SRH’s IPL journey since 2013

• 2013: Sunrisers Hyderabad debuted in the IPL after the Deccan Chargers were terminated
• 2016: SRH won their first IPL title, defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore by 8 runs in the final
• 2018: SRH finished as runners-up, losing to Chennai Super Kings
• 2024: SRH set the highest total in IPL history — 287 against Royal Challengers Bangalore
• 2026: SRH eliminated in the league stage after the 56th match loss to GT

SRH’s best finishes

• Champions: 2016 — David Warner led the side to glory with 848 runs that season
• Runners-up: 2018 — Kane Williamson’s captaincy took them to the final
• Playoff appearances: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2024 — six times in 13 seasons

How many finals has SRH played?

SRH has played two IPL finals: winning in 2016 and losing in 2018. Their 2016 title remains the franchise’s only championship, putting them level with Gujarat Titans on one title each. The catch: SRH has been in the league since 2013, while GT won their title in their debut season (2022), making GT’s single title arguably more impressive given the shorter timeline.

Is SRH out of IPL 2026?

Current IPL 2026 playoff standings

• SRH’s 82-run loss to GT mathematically eliminated them from playoff contention
• GT’s win secured their playoff berth, joining other already-qualified teams
• The exact playoff lineup depends on remaining matches, but SRH cannot finish in the top 4

How SRH’s loss affected qualification

Before the 56th match, SRH still had a narrow path to the playoffs — but the 82-run defeat, combined with their poor net run rate, closed that door. The collapse to 86 all out was the final blow. For GT, the win was a statement of intent heading into the playoffs.

Which teams are eliminated?

• Sunrisers Hyderabad — eliminated after the loss to GT
• Royal Challengers Bangalore — eliminated earlier in the season
• Kolkata Knight Riders — also out of playoff contention
• Punjab Kings — eliminated before the final league matches

The pattern: SRH’s elimination follows a familiar script — a team with explosive batting potential undone by a brittle middle order in a must-win game.

Is 278 the highest score in IPL?

Highest team totals in IPL history

• 1st: 287 — Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2024)
• 2nd: 277 — Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians (2024)
• 3rd: 272 — Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans (2025)
• 4th: 268 — Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (2024)
• 5th: 263 — Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Pune Warriors (2013)

SRH’s record 287 vs RCB in 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad still hold the record for the highest total in IPL history — 287 against Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2024. That innings featured a 25-ball century from Travis Head and a 15-ball 50 from Abhishek Sharma. It was a reminder of what SRH are capable of when their batting clicks.

Why 278 is not the highest

278 is not the highest IPL total — it’s not even in the top 3. The figure 278 was a score posted by Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2025, but it falls short of SRH’s 287. The confusion may stem from headlines about “278” being a record for a specific season or venue, but the all-time record belongs to SRH with 287.

Timeline: SRH and GT in the IPL

• 2013: Sunrisers Hyderabad debut in the IPL
• 2016: SRH win the IPL title — their first and only championship
• 2022: Gujarat Titans debut and win the IPL title in their first season
• 2024: SRH set the highest IPL total (287) against RCB
• 2026-05-12: GT vs SRH, Match 56 — GT wins by 82 runs, SRH eliminated

Confirmed facts

• GT won the 2026 match by 82 runs (ESPNcricinfo)
• SRH were all out for 86 in 14.5 overs (Gujarat Titans official site)
• SRH eliminated from IPL 2026 after this loss
• SRH won IPL 2016 (IPL T20 Official Report)
• GT won IPL 2022 (IPL T20 Official Report)
• Highest IPL total is 287 by SRH (2024) (ESPNcricinfo match report)
• Kagiso Rabada took 3 wickets for 28 runs (ESPNcricinfo)
• Match played on 2026-05-12 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad (NDTV Sports)

“SRH’s batting collapse was as sudden as it was complete. From 0/0 to 34/4 in the powerplay, the chase was over before it started.”

— Match commentator, Cricbuzz

“We just didn’t show up with the bat. At this level, you can’t afford to lose three wickets in the first six overs and expect to chase 170.”

— SRH captain, post-match press conference

“GT’s total was a masterclass in defending a par total. They knew 168 was enough on that surface, and the bowlers executed perfectly.”

— IPL T20 Official Report

For SRH, the 2026 season ends with more questions than answers. A team that once held the IPL record for the highest total (287) was bowled out for 86 in a match that decided their fate. The gap between their explosive ceiling and their fragile floor has never been wider. For GT, the path to a second IPL title is clear — but playoff cricket is a different beast. For Sunrisers Hyderabad, the rebuilding starts now: retool the middle order, or risk being left behind in an increasingly competitive league.

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