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Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings IPL 2025: Abhishek Sharma’s Thunderous 141 Powers SRH to Record Chase

Summary

The IPL 2025 season witnessed one of its most unforgettable nights as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off the highest successful run chase in their franchise history against Punjab Kings (PBKS). In match number 27 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, the hero of the night was undoubtedly Abhishek Sharma, whose breathtaking 141 off just 55 balls set the stadium alight. SRH chased down PBKS's mammoth 245/6, reaching 247/2 in just 18.3 overs, registering an emphatic 8-wicket victory.

Scorecard

Punjab Kings Innings: 245/6 (20 Overs)

• Shreyas Iyer (c) – 82 (36)

• Prabhsimran Singh – 42 (23)

• Priyansh Arya – 36 (13)

Best Bowler (SRH)
Harshal Patel – 4/42 (4 overs)

Sunrisers Hyderabad Innings: 247/2 (18.3 Overs)

• Abhishek Sharma – 141 (55)

• Travis Head – 66 (37)

• Heinrich Klaasen – 21* (14)

Best Bowler (PBKS)
Arshdeep Singh – 1/37 (4 overs)

Player of the Match: Abhishek Sharma (SRH)

For his explosive 141 runs off just 55 balls

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SRH vs PBKS IPL 2025: A Night Where Batting Ruled Everything

The encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings was a run-fest of the highest order. From the very first ball, the Hyderabad crowd knew they were in for a treat, but even they couldn’t have imagined the sheer carnage that would unfold, thanks to Abhishek Sharma’s brutal power-hitting.

Punjab Kings' Strong Start: 245/6 and Looking Comfortable

Winning the toss and opting to bat first, PBKS looked to pile up a big score and they succeeded. Priyansh Arya set the tone with a blistering 36 off 13, while Prabhsimran Singh and skipper Shreyas Iyer combined to dominate the SRH bowlers.

Shreyas Iyer’s quickfire 82 off 36 balls, studded with 6 sixes, was the anchor around which PBKS built their innings. Cameos from Nehal Wadhera and Marcus Stoinis further pushed PBKS beyond the 240-mark, a total that looked insurmountable on most days.

However, IPL 2025 has been anything but predictable.

Harshal Patel was the standout bowler for SRH, picking 4 crucial wickets despite the run-fest, while young Eshan Malinga chipped in with 2 wickets to stem the flow in the middle overs.

Abhishek Sharma Turns Hyderabad Into His Backyard

If there was ever a performance that could overshadow a 245-run innings, it came in the form of Abhishek Sharma’s magical 141. From the very first over, Abhishek meant business. His attacking intent was clear, but what impressed fans and experts alike was his ability to mix power with placement.

Alongside the explosive Travis Head, who smashed 66 off 37, the duo stitched together a match-winning 171-run partnership for the first wicket. PBKS bowlers, despite their experience, were left clueless as Sharma targeted every part of the ground with ease.

The highlight was Sharma reaching his half-century in just 19 balls and converting that into a 40-ball century matching some of the fastest centuries seen in IPL history.

His fearless approach against bowlers like Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, and Yuzvendra Chahal showcased his evolution from a promising youngster to a genuine match-winner.

Punjab Kings Left Searching for Answers

Despite their formidable total, PBKS bowlers were left helpless against the SRH opening pair. Every attempt to mix lengths or pace was countered with savage intent. Even after Travis Head’s dismissal at 171, Sharma ensured SRH stayed on course.

When Sharma finally fell to Arshdeep Singh for a magnificent 141, SRH only needed 24 more runs a task easily completed by Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan in a mere 12 balls.

PBKS tried everything pace, spin, variations but on this night, Abhishek Sharma was simply untouchable.

Abhishek Sharma’s 141: More Than Just Runs, It’s a Statement

Sharma’s innings didn’t just win SRH the game it announced his arrival as one of India’s most dangerous T20 batters. The effortless six-hitting ability, coupled with fearless stroke play, reminded many of vintage Sehwag or modern-day Rishabh Pant.

Social media erupted with praise for Sharma, with hashtags like #AbhishekSharma141 and #SRHvsPBKS trending worldwide. Experts like Harsha Bhogle called it "the innings of the season," while fans dubbed him "The Orange Army's Nuclear Weapon."

SRH’s Chase of 247 – The Highest in Their History

This successful chase of 247 is now officially the highest target ever hunted down by Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL history. It is also among the top successful run-chases in IPL history across all teams.

For a team often criticized for its traditional batting style, SRH’s approach in IPL 2025 led by the aggressive duo of Head and Sharma has redefined their identity.

Looking Ahead: What This Means for SRH & Abhishek Sharma

With this victory, SRH not only climbed higher on the points table but sent a powerful warning to other teams. If Abhishek Sharma continues in this vein of form, opposition bowlers are in for a nightmare every time SRH steps out to bat.

As for Sharma himself, this innings could very well be the defining knock that catapults him into the national T20 setup. With a T20 World Cup around the corner, selectors will be watching and it’s hard to ignore someone who can dismantle attacks this comprehensively.