- SRH posted 286/6, the second-highest IPL total ever, with Ishan Kishan scoring 106* off 47 balls.
- RR lost three early wickets in their chase, struggling under pressure.
- Jofra Archer’s nightmare spell, conceding 76 runs in four overs, became the worst in IPL history.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) delivered a batting masterclass, putting up a mammoth 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Ishan Kishan announced himself in the orange jersey with an unbeaten 106 off just 47 balls, while Travis Head’s aggressive 67 off 31 balls laid the foundation.
Rajasthan Royals, already struggling with the absence of Jos Buttler and an injured Sanju Samson, had a tough outing. Their bowlers failed to contain SRH’s relentless assault, with Jofra Archer having the worst bowling figures in IPL history.
Ishan Kishan’s Blazing Century Powers SRH to a Record-Breaking IPL 2025 Win
SRH set the stage on fire with their explosive batting lineup, continuing their trend of high-scoring encounters from last season. The likes of Ishan Kishan, Travis Head, and Heinrich Klaasen dismantled RR’s bowling attack, punishing their lack of depth. Their aggressive intent puts them in a strong position early in the season.
Despite Jofra Archer’s presence, Rajasthan Royals failed to execute their bowling plans, allowing SRH to dominate. Archer’s 76-run spell went down as the most expensive in IPL history, highlighting RR’s struggles with an inexperienced attack. Only Tushar Deshpande managed respectable figures, taking three wickets but at the cost of 44 runs.
Chasing 287 was never going to be easy, and Rajasthan’s top order crumbled under the pressure. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag failed to capitalize on their starts, while SRH’s bowling attack, led by Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami, ensured RR never gained momentum.
With this dominant performance, SRH has sent a strong message to other teams. Their mix of firepower and depth makes them one of the most dangerous sides this season. Meanwhile, RR needs to rethink their approach, especially in the absence of key players.
SRH’s powerful batting display, coupled with RR’s struggles, set the tone for an exciting IPL 2025. If their performance is anything to go by, Sunrisers look poised for another deep playoff run.
“Champions keep playing until they get it right.” – Billie Jean King. SRH embodied this spirit with their relentless batting and disciplined bowling.
