SRH vs KKR: Top 5 Dream11 fantasy picks for match 45 of IPL 2026
The SRH vs KKR match of the IPL 2026 will be played in Hyderabad on Sunday.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are ready to take on each other for the second time in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The forthcoming contest is scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM IST on Sunday at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. SRH beat KKR by 65 runs in the previous meeting.
Pat Cummins and co. have recorded five wins in a row, and they will fancy a sixth consecutive win. KKR are also coming off two close wins. But their season has been disappointing. Their qualification depends on this game, because a defeat can hurt their chances.
Irrespective of all chances or scenarios, this game can do well on the fantasy platforms. There are several superstars on both sides to choose from.
Hence, we have suggested five players from the SRH vs KKR clash who could be a perfect choice for your Dream11 teams on various fantasy cricket platforms.
Top Dream11 fantasy picks for the SRH vs KKR clash
1. Abhishek Sharma
The No. 1-ranked T20I batter, Abhishek Sharma, is in six-hitting form. He has scored the second most runs this season. Abhishek has 425 runs at 53.12 and an excellent strike rate of 209.35.
He has scored one century and three half-centuries with 40 fours and 31 sixes off 203 balls he has faced. He hits a boundary every third ball. So far, he has earned 921 fantasy points, which is the most among two teams.
2. Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan is another in-form batter for SRH this season. He has scored 312 runs at an average of 34.66 and a strike rate of 197.46, with three half-centuries.
Ishan also deals in boundaries and sixes. He has earned 712 fantasy points at an average of almost 80 per match. His keeping is another area where he can earn extra fantasy points.
3. Heinrich Klaasen
Heinrich Klaasen started the IPL 2026 with a scratchy form. But he is peaking at the right time. Klaasen has batted in nine innings, and his lowest score is 29, which is an incredible stat.
Overall, he has scored 414 runs at an average of 59.14 and a strike rate of 157.41, with four half-centuries. Klaasen has earned 838 fantasy points, which is an average of 93-94 per match.
4. Cameron Green
The Australian all-rounder had a tough start to the IPL 2026. But the last few games have been pretty good for him. He has started bowling, where he can earn fantasy points.
With the bat, he has scored 196 runs at a strike rate of 153.12. He has earned 476 fantasy points, which is the second-most by a KKR player.
5. Ajinkya Rahane
The last few games have been tough for Ajinkya Rahane with the bat. He has two ducks in the last three innings. But everyone knows how good he can be when he gets going.
He has played some really good knocks this season and has scored 162 runs. But as KKR need this win, one can expect the captain to fire.
When will the SRH vs KKR match 45 of the Indian Premier League 2026 take place?
The SRH vs KKR match will take place on Sunday, May 3.
When will the toss in the SRH vs KKR match 45 of the Indian Premier League 2026 take place?
The toss of SRH vs KKR match will take place at 3 PM IST on Sunday.
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Karan Rawat is a seasoned cricket writer with a deep passion for the game and over 5 years of experience covering everything that the game can offer. He loves to share the analysis, match reports, and player profiles and tries to bring stories to life with a unique blend of statistics and storytelling. Whether breaking down Test match tactics or capturing the drama of a T20 thriller, Karan's work connects fans with the soul of the sport.