In a thrilling encounter SRH vs PBKS IPL 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) broke their four-match losing streak in style by chasing down 246 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) — the second-largest run chase in IPL history.
The hero of the evening was Abhishek Sharma, who illuminated the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad with a record 141 off 55 balls, ably supported by Travis Head in a match-winning partnership. Abhishek also won the Player Of The Match award for his swashbuckling innings.
Travishek Duo Finally Fires for Sunrisers
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Entering the game with disappointing scores, the dynamic opening duo nicknamed “Travishek” finally rose to expectations. The duo pummelled a 171-run partnership in 12.2 overs, the highest in the season.
The tone was set early by Abhishek Sharma, who clubbed three consecutive boundaries off Marco Jansen, while Head contributed to the attack by pounding Arshdeep Singh.
Abhishek was handed a lifeline when a no-ball denied PBKS a breakthrough, and he made the most of it. That moment initiated his six-hitting spree — the left-hander, who had not cleared the ropes throughout the season, went on to hit six sixes on his way to a 40-ball century.
Abhishek Sharma’s Century Steals the Spotlight
The young Indian batsman produced the highest individual score by an Indian in IPL history, scoring his first IPL hundred with class and aggression.
His helicopter shot from Marco Jansen followed by bonkers scoops and flicks behind the wicket-keeper were mesmerizing shots demonstrating his range.
Even after Travis Head got out for 65, Abhishek kept his foot on the gas and hit five more sixes before getting out for 141 in the 17th over. His gesture of holding up a piece of paper saying “This one is for the Orange Army” was meaningful in showing his emotional connection and attachment to the franchise.
Heinrich Klaasen, Ishan Kishan Seal the Chase
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After Abhishek’s exit, Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan made sure there were no hiccups in the last mile, completing the chase with nine balls to spare. The way SRH chased 246 left everyone stunned, particularly a PBKS team that had otherwise dominated this season so far.
PBKS Batting Highlights: Arya and Iyer Lead the Charge
Batting first, Punjab Kings appeared in a good position to score 250+ runs, courtesy a scintillating beginning by Priyansh Arya, who struck the equal-fastest half-century of IPL 2025, and a free-flowing 82 from 36 deliveries by Shreyas Iyer.
Following Arya’s dismissal in the powerplay, Iyer maintained the momentum going, with assistance from Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, the latter of whom struck 27 runs from the last over bowled by Mohammed Shami, who yielded his most expensive spell in his career (4-0-75-0).
The usually under-rated Harshal Patel changed the script with an astonishing spell of 4 for 42. Brought into the powerplay, Harshal struck early, but his most significant contribution came during the death overs. In a game-turning 18th over, he dismissed Maxwell and Iyer, employing clever slower balls and off-cutters that derailed PBKS’s charge.
Malinga Impresses on Debut
In his IPL debut, Sri Lankan bowler Eshan Malinga impressed with a good first impression by taking two crucial wickets and maintaining discipline in the high-scoring game. His performances aided SRH in limiting PBKS to 245/6, which later turned out to be chaseable on a flat Hyderabad track.
SRH vs PBKS IPL 2025 – Match Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | SRH vs PBKS – IPL 2025 |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Result | Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 6 wickets |
| PBKS Score | 245/6 (20 overs) |
| Top PBKS Batters | Shreyas Iyer (82 off 36), Priyansh Arya (50), Marcus Stoinis (27*) |
| Top PBKS Bowler | Harshal Patel (4/42) |
| SRH Score | 250/4 in 18.3 overs |
| Top SRH Batters | Abhishek Sharma (141 off 55), Travis Head (65), Heinrich Klaasen (finisher) |
| Top PBKS Impact Sub | Yash Thakur (overstepped on a crucial wicket) |
| Key Moments | Second-largest IPL chase, Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking ton |
SRH Back with a Bang in IPL 2025
The SRH vs PBKS IPL 2025 encounter was a match for the ages, with Abhishek Sharma’s masterclass taking center stage. With this historic chase, Sunrisers Hyderabad returned to winning ways and made a strong statement to the rest of the league. In the meantime, PBKS will need to regroup quickly after losing the match and top pacer Lockie Ferguson to injury.
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