Pat Cummins is making his return to competitive cricket as he takes back the captaincy of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for their upcoming IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Jaipur. Cummins, who has been sidelined due to a back injury since December 2022, is expected to bolster SRH's bowling attack, which has shown improvement in his absence. SRH enters this match with a 5-0 winning streak against RR, and they are looking to capitalize on their recent form, having won three of their last five games. Meanwhile, RR captain Riyan Parag is facing challenges with his batting performance, averaging only 13.50 this season, which raises concerns about his leadership during crucial moments. The match will take place at Sawai Man Singh Stadium, marking RR's first home game of the season, and both teams are eager to secure a win to strengthen their positions in the league.