Mumbai Indians will host Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium today. The two teams are known for their explosive batting, but they have struggled to make an impact so far in the tournament, finding themselves at the lower end of the points table. This match is particularly significant because of a prediction made by former South African cricketer Dale Steyn 25 days ago.
Steyn had predicted that the match could see a score of 300, a feat never achieved in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Sunrisers Hyderabad’s recent form, particularly the performances of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, suggests that they might just achieve this milestone.
Dale Steyn’s Prediction
On March 23, Steyn took to the X platform to make his bold prediction. He wrote, “Small prediction. April 17 we’ll see the first 300 in IPL. Who knows, I might even be there to see it happen.” Steyn has a connection with Sunrisers Hyderabad, having played for the team and been part of their support staff before opting out of the current season due to personal reasons.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Form
Sunrisers Hyderabad started the IPL 2025 season on a high note, scoring the second-highest total in IPL history with 286 runs against Rajasthan Royals. Although they fell short of 300 by 14 runs, their recent performance has been a mix of highs and lows. After a string of four consecutive losses, they bounced back in their last match, chasing down a target of 246 against Punjab Kings in just 18.3 overs, thanks to Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking 141 runs. This win was a testament to their ability to pull off high-scoring matches.
The stage is set for a thrilling encounter between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad, with the possibility of a historic 300-run score hanging in the balance. Will Steyn’s prediction come true, or will the teams fall short? The world will be watching.