SRH vs RCB: The explosive match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2025 at Lucknow has put a dent in RCB’s hopes of finishing in the top two, with Pat Cummins’ SRH outclassing RCB and winning by 42 runs. RCB now solely relies on other teams for a chance to finish in the top two. Ishan Kishan won the player of the match for his match-winning knock of 94* of 48 balls.
SRH Posts a Mammoth Total of 231 Courtesy Ishan Kishan’s Heroics
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Sunrisers Hyderabad batted first and scored a winning total of 231/6. The player of the match was Ishan Kishan, who achieved the remarkable feat of securing 94 not out from just 48 balls with 7 fours and 5 sixes. Kishan’s aggressive approach had SRH remain dominant and apply pressure on the opposition for the entire innings.
Other Batsmen Contributions:
Abhishek Sharma: 34 off 17 balls
Heinrich Klaasen: 24 off 13 balls
Aniket Verma: 26 off 9 balls
Travis Head: 17 off 10 balls
The opening duo of Head and Abhishek gave a fiery start, bringing up SRH’s 50 in just 3.3 overs. Though wickets fell at regular intervals, the run rate never dipped thanks to explosive middle-order contributions.
RCB Bowlers Struggle Under Pressure
RCB’s bowling attack couldn’t keep SRH batters in check, except economical and effective Romario Shepherd, who took 2 wickets for only 14 runs in his two overs. Other bowlers who contributed by taking a wicket each included:
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Lungi Ngidi
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Suyash Sharma
Krunal Pandya
Hyderabad’s steady scoring kept RCB on the back foot despite these attempts.
RCB’s Chase Falters Despite a Promising Start
In reply, Royal Challengers Bangalore began their chase deliberately, but after 14 overs, they had reached 163-3. However, after the next 5 overs, they lost 7 wickets for an additional 26 runs to be bowled out for 189 in the final over. The conditions changed dramatically after the 15th over, and RCB lost its balance and could never get back on track.
While there were contributions at various points from different individuals, there was no one who could be counted on who had the same impact as Kishan had on the match. As such, RCB not only lost the match but also squandered a major opportunity to solidify a place in the top-2.
Playoff Scenarios: RCB’s Fate Now Hinges on Other Results
While RCB has already qualified for the IPL 2025 playoffs, their dream of securing a top-2 finish is now uncertain. They needed to win both of their remaining matches to stay in contention for the top spots. With this defeat, RCB must now rely on the outcomes of other fixtures in the league to determine their final position.
Standout Performer: Ishan Kishan’s Match-Winning Knock
Undoubtedly, the standout performer of the SRH vs RCB IPL 2025 match was Ishan Kishan. His aggressive yet composed innings laid the foundation for a daunting total and eventually proved to be the difference in the game. His calculated hitting and mature shot selection earned him the Player of the Match award.
Final Thoughts
The SRH vs RCB IPL 2025 match was a show of power-hitting, tactical bowling, and high-octane drama. Sunrisers Hyderabad reinforced their own playoff push with this victory, and RCB’s route to the final has now been made more complex.
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