Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium — IPL Pitch Report & Betting Guide 2026
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad · Capacity: 39,200
Last updated: 17 March 2026 · By CricketPrediction.com
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad is the most chase-friendly venue in recent IPL history. All-time chase win rate is 57%, but since 2024 it has climbed even higher. Toss winners choose to field 60% of the time at Uppal. For totals betting: anything under 170 batting first is below par. In 2024-25, par shifted above 190.
163
Avg 1st Innings
57%
Chase Win Rate
60%
Toss → Field
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Key Betting Fact
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has hosted 83+ IPL matches. The 39,200-capacity Hyderabad ground has a 57% chase win rate and since 2024, the highest-scoring stretch in IPL history.
Rajiv Gandhi Stadium Pitch Report
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad has transformed since 2024. Once a balanced pitch, now producing run feasts. All-time average first innings: 163, but since 2024, scores regularly exceed 200. Flat batting surfaces with minimal seam movement at Uppal.
Batting at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium
Run-scoring has exploded at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium since 2024. All-time average first innings is 163, but recent seasons push far higher. The highest total is 286/6 (SRH vs RR, 2025), surpassing the 277/3 set in 2024. The Hyderabad pitch offers true bounce with minimal lateral movement. Death overs at Uppal see carnage where the flat pitch and dew combine.
Highest Total
286/6 (SRH vs RR, 2025)
Lowest Total
80 (DD vs SRH, 2013)
Bowling at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium
Pace economy (10.2) is worse than spin economy (9.8) — both are high, reflecting the batting-friendly conditions. Death bowling is punished severely. The best strategy for bowlers is variation: slower balls, wide yorkers, and cutters. Pure pace gets hit. Spinners can contain in the middle overs if they keep the ball full, but anything short disappears.
Spin Economy
9.8
Pace Economy
10.2
Try It: Pitch Simulator
Switch between pace, spin, and slower deliveries to see how Rajiv Gandhi's flat surface affects what the ball does. Drag the dew slider to see how evening moisture changes conditions. Each metric links directly to specific betting markets.
Pitch Simulator
Rajiv Gandhi · Flat Deck · 60-65m
Bounce Height
1.90m
Chest height
Movement
Seam
Off the pitch
Speed Retained
80%
Skids on
Pace carries through at chest height. True bounce surface. Keeper and slips in play. Speed retention 80%.
Toss Impact at Rajiv Gandhi
Toss matters at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Winners field 60% of the time, reflecting the chase advantage. All-time chase win rate of 57% is among the highest in IPL. Heavy dew at the Hyderabad ground makes bowling second harder. In recent seasons (2024-25), the toss-field preference has been even more extreme at this Uppal venue.
Weather & Dew at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Extreme. Hyderabad's humid climate produces heavy dew from the first ball of the second innings. Outfield becomes a skating rink. Bowling second is a nightmare.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Capacity & Dimensions
Capacity: 39,200 · Boundaries: 55-71m (sq 66-69m, str 69-71m)
Tonight's Dew Impact
Pre-loaded with typical Hyderabad evening conditions. Adjust to tonight's forecast for a venue-specific betting recommendation.
Dew Impact Calculator
Pre-set for Rajiv Gandhi evening conditions
Dew Point
23.0°C
Spread
5.0°C
Dew Risk
LOW
Chase Prob
57%
Rajiv Gandhi Betting Recommendation
Minimal dew at Rajiv Gandhi tonight. The 57% chase rate reflects the ground's natural character. Focus on team matchups and bowling quality rather than conditions.
Dew point: Td = T − (100−RH)/5. Chase adjustment: HIGH +8%, MODERATE +4%, LOW +0% applied to venue's historical 57% chase rate. Adjust sliders to tonight's weather forecast. Full toss prediction guide →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average score at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in IPL?
The all-time average first innings score at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is 163 across 83+ matches. However, since the pitch was relaid in 2024, scores have averaged well above 200 in Hyderabad.
Is Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium good for chasing in IPL?
Yes — one of the best chase venues in IPL. All-time chase win rate is 57% and toss winners choose to field 60% of the time. Heavy dew at Hyderabad makes bowling second harder.
How does dew affect matches at Hyderabad?
Dew at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium is extreme. Hyderabad's humid climate produces heavy dew from the first ball of the second innings. The outfield becomes very fast, the ball skids through, and bowlers cannot grip their variations. This gives the chasing side a significant advantage.
What is the highest IPL score at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium?
SRH posted 286/6 against RR in 2025 — the venue record. This surpassed the 277/3 set against MI in 2024. Multiple 200+ totals have been scored at Hyderabad since the pitch was relaid.
Should I bet on SRH at their home ground?
SRH's explosive batting lineup (Klaasen, Abhishek, Head, Cummins) is perfectly suited to this high-scoring venue. However, the toss matters more than home advantage. Back whichever team bats second regardless of which team it is.
What is the par score at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium?
All-time par score is 165-175 at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Since 2024, par has shifted to 195-210. Totals below 170 are below par historically, and anything under 190 is vulnerable in recent seasons at this Hyderabad ground.
Is pace or spin better at Hyderabad?
Neither is effective on this batting paradise. Spin economy (9.8) is marginally better than pace (10.2). The best bowling strategy is variation — slower balls, cutters, wide yorkers. Pure pace gets punished in the death overs.
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