Experience the recap of a sensational IPL 2025 match where SRH chased down PBKS's huge 245! Highlights include Abhishek Sharma's epic 141, Iyer's blitz, and Stoinis's fireworks.
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Hyderabad Heist: SRH Pull Off Sensational Run Chase Against Punjab Kings
April 12th, 2025, etched itself into IPL history as the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium hosted a batting masterclass. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) engaged in an unforgettable T20 battle, smashing records and keeping fans on the edge of their seats, concluding with a breathtaking chase by the home team.
Punjab Kings Explode to Record Score
Opting to bat first, Punjab Kings unleashed havoc. Shreyas Iyer was instrumental, crafting a rapid 82 from only 36 deliveries. The innings received a powerful finishing touch from Marcus Stoinis, who hammered 34 not out off just 11 balls, including four sixes in a single over against Mohammad Shami. This collective onslaught propelled PBKS to a massive 245/6 – their highest score ever recorded against SRH, built on 18 fours and 16 sixes. While the PBKS bowlers later faced a tough challenge, Harshal Patel managed to scalp 4 wickets for 42 runs. Conversely, SRH's Mohammad Shami endured a difficult outing, leaking 75 runs in his wicketless four-over spell.
Abhishek Sharma Leads SRH's Fearless Response
Staring at a target of 246, Sunrisers Hyderabad needed something special, and Abhishek Sharma delivered exactly that. The SRH opener went on an absolute rampage, tearing through the PBKS attack to score a phenomenal 141 runs from just 55 balls. His innings single-handedly shifted the momentum and put SRH firmly in control of the chase.
With such a dominant platform, the rest of the SRH batting lineup ensured there were no hiccups. They crossed the finish line comfortably, reaching 247/2 with 9 balls to spare (in 18.3 overs), completing one of the most impressive run chases seen in the tournament.
Key Match Insights:
* PBKS Innings: 245/6 (20 Overs) - Top scorers: Shreyas Iyer (82), Marcus Stoinis (34*)
* SRH Innings: 247/2 (18.3 Overs) - Top scorer: Abhishek Sharma (141)
* Outcome: Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 8 wickets.
* Notable Performances: Abhishek Sharma (SRH), Shreyas Iyer (PBKS), Marcus Stoinis (PBKS), Harshal Patel (PBKS - 4 Wickets).
This match served as a stunning display of T20 batting prowess, ultimately highlighting SRH's chasing capabilities under immense pressure in front of their passionate Hyderabad supporters.
