📅 April 12, 2025 | 🏟 Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
By ScoreGuff
⚡ Abhishek Sharma Lights Up Hyderabad with a Historic Century!
In one of the most thrilling matches of IPL 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a stunning victory against Punjab Kings (PBKS), chasing down a mammoth target of 246 runs with sheer dominance. The hero of the night? None other than Abhishek Sharma, who smashed an unbelievable 141 off just 55 deliveries — rewriting the history books and etching his name into IPL folklore.
🧠 Match Summary:
PBKS Innings: 245/6 in 20 overs
PBKS started strong with explosive performances from their top order. Their aggressive batting saw boundaries flowing in all directions, setting what looked like an unchaseable total. Despite SRH rotating their bowlers, they couldn’t stop PBKS from reaching 245, led by solid partnerships and a flurry of late-innings sixes.SRH Response: 247/2 in 18.3 overs
When most would fold under pressure, SRH thrived. Sharma’s incredible composure, power-hitting, and shot selection had the stadium erupting. He was well-supported by Rahul Tripathi and Heinrich Klaasen, but it was Sharma’s night. His innings included 10 towering sixes and 14 boundaries, delivering one of the most iconic knocks in IPL history.
🔍 Key Highlights:
🏏 Abhishek Sharma’s 141 (55) – Highest score by an Indian in IPL history
💥 SRH’s successful chase of 246 – Second-highest run chase in IPL
🎆 Electrifying atmosphere with fireworks and fans roaring until the final ball
🔥 PBKS’s strong start overshadowed by SRH’s fearless counter-attack
📊 Turning Point:
When Sharma hit 3 consecutive sixes in the 14th over, the momentum shifted completely in SRH’s favor. PBKS bowlers were left scrambling, and their wide yorkers and slower deliveries were ruthlessly punished.
🏅 Player of the Match:
Abhishek Sharma – A once-in-a-lifetime performance under pressure. His knock not only sealed the game but also announced his arrival as a future superstar.
🗣️ Final Verdict:
This match had it all – high scores, jaw-dropping shots, electrifying energy, and a performance for the ages. SRH’s fearless chase will go down as one of the greatest in IPL history. For PBKS, it’s a lesson in finishing games and not underestimating the opposition’s belief.
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