In a high-octane clash on Saturday, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) emerged victorious with a dominant eight-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their IPL 2025 encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad.
Abhishek Sharma’s Record-Breaking Knock Steals the Show
The highlight of the match was Abhishek Sharma, who played a record-breaking innings, scoring an unbeaten 141 runs off 55 balls. His blistering knock, which included 14 fours and 10 sixes, shattered the previous record for the highest individual score by an Indian in IPL history, surpassing KL Rahul’s 132*. This outstanding performance made Abhishek the new record holder, with SRH chasing down PBKS’s massive total with ease.
Shreyas Iyer’s Explosive Knock Sets PBKS a Massive Target
Earlier in the day, Punjab Kings set a challenging target of 246 runs with the help of a powerful 82 runs off 36 balls from Shreyas Iyer. His innings was studded with 6 fours and 6 sixes, showcasing his aggressive approach to the game. Iyer’s efforts, alongside Marcus Stoinis’ late fireworks — including four consecutive sixes off Mohammed Shami’s bowling — pushed PBKS to a formidable total of 245/6.
SRH Chase Down the Target with Ease
In response, Sunrisers Hyderabad got off to a flying start. The opening partnership between Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head was crucial. Head’s quickfire 66 runs off 37 balls provided the momentum, but it was Abhishek’s incredible power-hitting that sealed the win for SRH. His knock was steady and calculated, taking SRH to the target in just 18.4 overs.
Key Stats from the Match:
- Shreyas Iyer: 82 runs off 36 balls (PBKS total: 245/6)
- Abhishek Sharma: 141* runs off 55 balls (SRH total: 246/2)
- Travis Head: 66 runs off 37 balls
- Marcus Stoinis: Four consecutive sixes in the final over
With this thrilling victory, Sunrisers Hyderabad not only made a statement with their powerful chase but also saw Abhishek Sharma rewrite the IPL record books. This match is one to remember for both the SRH fans and those who witnessed Abhishek’s brilliance.