Social Media Erupts as RCB vs SRH Match Approaches

The IPL 2026 is all set to commence from 28 March, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad in the season opener. Each passing day feels big for the fans, as they just can't wait for the big game. But right before the opener, Sunrisers Hyderabad received two positive news.

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be facing each other in the IPL 2026 opener. The match is scheduled on 28 March but for the cricket fans, each passing day feels like an eternity. As of now, there are still 4 days left for the match to take place, and the fans just can't wait.

Both RCB and SRH displayed impressive performances in their training matches. This has already set the stage for 300+ run expectations from the stalwarts. Just before the tournament, both teams were missing out on their key bowlers. Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins both had not joined their teams in time.

They are also set to miss on the initial games, coming in as a setback for both RCB and SRH. But now, it is just RCB who is having a setback, as Pat Cummins is all set to join SRH in Bengaluru. However, it is unlikely for him to play, since the team has already announced Ishan Kishan as the interim captain.

Let's see how fans on Twitter are reacting to this match.

Silencer

Pat Cummins is known as the silencer, as he has silenced the crowd a number of times. And now, he is arriving for the IPL 2026, eager to silence all the remaining 9 teams.

Why so Unfair?

Things have been slightly unfair for Royal Challengers Bengaluru this time. Pat Cummins is all set to join SRH, but there are no updates on the availability of Josh Hazlewood.

Abhishek's Statement

Abhishek Sharma also made a statement at an SRH event. He said that Travis Head loves to bat against RCB, and they might even make the 300 run mark possible this time. Last time they managed to put just 277 runs.