🏏 Match Overview
In what turned out to be one of the most thrilling encounters of the IPL 2025 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a jaw-dropping run chase of 246 to defeat Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 8 wickets, marking the second-highest successful run chase in IPL history. The match was a showcase of explosive batting, with records tumbling and fans witnessing one of the most entertaining matches in recent IPL memory.
🔴 Punjab Kings (PBKS) Innings – 245/6 in 20 Overs
The Punjab Kings, batting first, posted a mammoth total of 245 runs on the board, thanks to some fearless hitting from their top and middle order.
⭐ Key Performers for PBKS:
- Shreyas Iyer: 82 (36 balls) – A stunning knock laced with boundaries and sixes, anchoring the innings beautifully.
- Prabhsimran Singh: 42 (21 balls) – A quickfire cameo that gave PBKS early momentum.
- Priyansh Arya: 36 (18 balls) – Played a supporting role with a solid strike rate.
🔥 Bowling Highlights from SRH:
- Harshal Patel: 4/42 – Despite going for runs, he was the only bowler to consistently take wickets and somewhat contain the onslaught.
PBKS looked well on course to defend their total, but what followed was a historic batting masterclass.
🟠 Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Innings – 247/2 in 18.3 Overs
Chasing 246 runs is no small feat—but SRH made it look easy, thanks largely to an unbelievable knock from Abhishek Sharma, who played one of the greatest innings in IPL history.
⭐ Key Performers for SRH:
- Abhishek Sharma: 141 (55 balls) – This epic century set the tone, featuring 10 massive sixes and 14 boundaries. Sharma’s innings is now the highest individual score by an Indian batter in IPL history.
- Travis Head: 66 (37 balls) – Provided strong support, forming a 171-run opening partnership with Sharma.
- Heinrich Klaasen: 21* (8 balls) – Finished the match in style.
- Ishan Kishan: 8* (5 balls) – Provided finishing support alongside Klaasen.
🔥 Notable Milestones:
- Second-highest run chase in IPL history
- SRH’s highest successful chase ever
- Abhishek Sharma: Fastest IPL century of the 2025 season (off 42 balls)
📊 Match Stats Summary
| Team | Score | Top Scorer | Top Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|
| PBKS | 245/6 (20) | Shreyas Iyer – 82 | Arshdeep Singh – 1/39 |
| SRH | 247/2 (18.3) | Abhishek Sharma – 141 | Harshal Patel – 4/42 (PBKS) |
📈 Points Table Impact
This victory lifted Sunrisers Hyderabad up the table, ending their four-match losing streak and reigniting their campaign in IPL 2025. PBKS, despite posting a huge total, were left stunned and will need to bounce back quickly in upcoming fixtures.
