SRH vs RCB Highlights | IPL 2025 | Ishan Kishan’s 94 Powers SRH to 42-Run Win in Lucknow

SRH vs RCB IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan’s Firepower Leads Hyderabad to Thumping 42-Run Win

Summary
Sunrisers Hyderabad posted a mammoth 231/6 on the back of Ishan Kishan’s explosive 94*.
RCB’s top order showed promise but collapsed under scoreboard pressure, folding for 189.
Pat Cummins led from the front with a 3-wicket haul as SRH dominated the death overs.
Virat Kohli and Phil Salt tried to anchor the chase but lacked support from the middle order.
SRH's win solidifies their playoff push, while RCB’s inconsistency continues to hurt their campaign.

Scorecard
Sunrisers Hyderabad: 231/6 (Ishan Kishan 94*, Abhishek 34; Romario 2/20)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 189 all out (Phil Salt 62, Kohli 43; Cummins 3/28)
Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 42 runs
Player of the Match: Ishan Kishan (94* off 48)

Ishan Kishan’s Masterclass Lights Up Lucknow as SRH Outclass RCB

The Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow bore witness to another high-octane IPL encounter as Sunrisers Hyderabad stormed past Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 42 runs in Match 65 of the Indian Premier League 2025. Powered by Ishan Kishan’s breathtaking 94* and a strong all-round bowling show led by Pat Cummins, SRH overwhelmed the hosts and tightened their grip on the playoff race.

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Sunrisers Hyderabad Batting: Kishan's Carnage and Powerplay Assault

After RCB opted to bowl first under lights, Sunrisers Hyderabad came out blazing. Abhishek Sharma (34 off 17) and Travis Head (17 off 10) gave SRH a fiery start, scoring 54 in just under 4 overs. However, the real show began when Ishan Kishan walked in.

The left-handed wicketkeeper-batsman displayed elite ball-striking, hammering 94 off just 48 deliveries*, peppered with 7 sixes and 8 boundaries. His strike rate of 195.83 proved crucial in sustaining the early momentum. Heinrich Klaasen (24 off 13) and Aniket Verma (26 off 29) added valuable middle-overs contributions as SRH crossed the 200-run mark for the third time this season.

Despite a couple of decent overs from Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Romario Shepherd, RCB were always on the back foot, unable to stem the run flow. Romario finished with 2 for 20 in his 2 overs, the only bright spot in an otherwise forgettable bowling performance. SRH eventually posted a massive 231/6, their highest total at the Lucknow venue.

RCB's Chase: Salt and Kohli Fight, But Collapse Follows

Chasing a stiff 232, Philip Salt and Virat Kohli started off with intent. Salt smashed 62 off 32 deliveries, taking on Harshal Patel and Cummins with disdain. Kohli, too, was elegant as ever with 43 off 25 balls. At the end of 7 overs, RCB had raced to 80/1, well above the asking rate.

But cricket is a game of pressure moments and SRH seized them. Harsh Dubey removed Kohli in the 7th over with a clever slower one, and Nitish Reddy followed it up by trapping Mayank Agarwal (11) soon after. Salt was caught on the boundary by Harshal Patel just when he looked set to carry on.

RCB’s middle and lower order collapsed spectacularly. Romario Shepherd, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar fell in quick succession. Eshan Malinga was electric with the ball, picking up two wickets including a sharp caught-and-bowled. Pat Cummins, ever-reliable, cleaned up the tail with 3/28, wrapping up RCB for 189 in 19.5 overs.

Cummins Leads Bowling Unit with Tactical Brilliance

While the spotlight remained on Ishan Kishan's blazing knock, Pat Cummins showed why he is one of the most respected leaders in world cricket. The Aussie quick mixed lengths, bowled heavy into the pitch deliveries, and applied pressure during the death overs. His 3 wickets, including that of Philip Salt and Krunal Pandya, came at crucial junctures.

Eshan Malinga, the young left-armer, bowled with heart and variation, outfoxing the batters with subtle changes in pace. Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat provided strong support with disciplined lines, ensuring RCB never got a sniff after the top order fell.

Kishan’s Return to Form a Big Boost for SRH Playoff Chances

This innings was a reminder of Ishan Kishan’s T20 pedigree. After a lukewarm season with inconsistent returns, the southpaw’s blistering 94* in a must-win game could not have come at a better time for Hyderabad. His ability to accelerate after the powerplay and pick the gaps with finesse showcased his maturity as a T20 finisher.

SRH now climb the table significantly, pushing closer to securing a top-four spot. With momentum on their side and their batting lineup firing, they look like serious title contenders once again.

RCB’s Woes Continue: Bowling Leaks and Middle-Order Meltdown

As for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, this was yet another match where their bowling let them down. Despite having seasoned campaigners like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya, they conceded too many boundaries early and never quite found rhythm.

Their batting unit has been over-reliant on Virat Kohli and Philip Salt, and the lack of stability in the middle overs cost them dearly. Jitesh Sharma and Tim David failed to produce the finishing punch, while Romario Shepherd’s golden duck highlighted their lower-order fragility.

What’s Next?

Sunrisers Hyderabad now turn their attention to their final league fixture with renewed confidence, while RCB will need a mathematical miracle to stay alive in the playoff hunt. If they are to stay relevant in IPL 2025, they must regroup, revamp their approach in the death overs, and hope for top-order consistency.